2500 or 3500 Series Truck Recommendation for Towing Trailer 14,500 lb
Question:
Thanks for supporting and video BW 3670. Do you have any slider compatible with the BW 3670 and I don't need to jump in and out to unlock the slider? Please recommend.
asked by: Andy
Expert Reply:
For a trailer that weighs, 14,500 lbs I would strongly recommend a 3500 series truck. Even if the 2500 could technically tow it the 3500's higher rated suspension will make for a much better towing experience. Less sag and a smoother ride when towing. The ride quality will be a bit stiffer unloaded but that's not why you need the truck. I'd also recommend a long bed truck so that you have turning clearance without needing a slider hitch.
I'd also recommend a dually rear axle as that adds quite a bit more stability and in the event of a blow out you have a backup tire to rely on.
Some of the newer Ram trucks have factory fifth wheel rail kits like what the B and W Companion # BWRVK3600 is designed to fit. This hitch is regarded by many as the best hitch around and would be a great option.
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20K
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ram
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- B and W
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Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter for Ram OEM 5th Wheel Towing Prep Package - 25,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Adapters
- Rail Adapter
- Demco
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 21,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 5250 lbs Vertical Load
- 21000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 15-1/4 - 18 Inch Tall
- 14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- Demco
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ram
- 6500 lbs Vertical Load
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- B and W
more information >
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Andy
2/13/2018
Thanks for the update and support from Jameson C. Like you said and we are going to get 3500, but were love the mega cab with short bed and single rear wheel and will purchase the slide hicht from e trailer. You think that ok?