5th Wheel Hitch Options for 2017 Ram 2500 with Factory Tow Prep Kit
Question:
What my choices for 5th wheel rail kit for factory plummed ram
asked by: Larry
Expert Reply:
For your 2017 Ram 2500 with the factory 5th wheel prep package you can directly install a 5th wheel hitch without having to first mount a set of above-bed base rails. You can simply drop in one of the hitches made for the special Ram prep package. This lets you have a clear bed when you need it for cargo use.
For example, if you have a 6-1/2-foot bed you would want to use a sliding hitch like the excellent 20k-rated B&W Companion Slider # BWRVK3670, or if you have a long-bed you would use a fixed type hitch like the 25K fixed-style Companion # BWRVK3600. B&W fabricates what many consider to be the finest USA-made 5th wheels available.
I linked a page for each hitch type, sliders and fixed models, that are suitable for your Ram 2500.
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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Product Page this Question was Asked From
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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