Recommended 5th Wheel Rails and Hitch for 2018 Ram 2500 Tall Bed Rails

Question:

Just purchased a 2018 RAM 2500 and the bed rails are high. F/W dealer said its going to be an issue hauling a lighter weight 30foot fifth wheel? Dealer didnt bother to inform us it might be an issue when we purchased the truck. UGH!

asked by: Mary M

Helpful Expert Reply:

For your 2018 Ram 2500, we haven't had anyone say they couldn't find a 5th wheel fit. You will want to go with a hitch that has the higher height adjustment and then you'll want to make sure your pin box of your trailer is adjustable as well. I recommend the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3200 which will use standard rails and will adjust up to 19 inches tall. This is a very strong hitch that is made in the USA.

For your rails, I recommend the Reese Quick-Install Custom Base Rails and Outboard Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP56009-53. These are easier to install, a custom fit for your truck, and give you a little more height than the other options. These rails are 1-7/8 inches tall compared to the standard 1-1/8 inches so you get 3/4 inches of extra height.

I also recommend you consider the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Wiring Harness 7-Pole # C56000 to add a wiring connection to the bed of your truck for greater accessibility and connection.

expert reply by: Jason S

Mike

6/17/2020

Bought a flagstaff trailer. Have a 2019 dodge 2500 with puck set up. Need to find adapter plate and possible hitch. Came with pull rite hitch but plate keeps breaking from trailer. Have a 6.5 bed

Chris R.

6/21/2020

Assuming your PullRite Hitch attaches to industry-standard rails, the Reese # RP30154 is a good replacement for the adapter on your Ram 2500. If you want to go with a completely new setup I really like the Demco Hijacker # DM8550035 with Adapter Rails # DM6099.