Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Ram 3500 with Factory Rail Kit
Question:
I have a new Ram 3500 with the fifth wheel prep package. I would like to put in a fifth wheel hitch for our camper. I would like to know what package I would need. Thank you,
asked by: Duane T
Expert Reply:
Congrats on the new truck! We have great hitch options for your truck but since I can't quite tell if you have a long or short bed I am going to give you two sets of recommendations that are pretty similar.
If you have a short bed truck you'll need a slider hitch to allow you the needed clearance to make tight turns. For that my favorite option is the B and W Companion hitch part # BWRVK3670 which is a slider hitch that fits your rail kit directly. Many refer to the Companion hitches as the nicest hitches around so this would be a fantastic option.
If you have a long bed truck you'd instead want the fixed hitch version part # BWRVK3600 which will also work really well.
Products Referenced in This Question
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
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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
more information >
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