What is the Pin Weight Capacity of a 2015 Ram 2500
Question:
I am trying to figure out the 5th wheel hitch weight capability of our 2015 Ram 2500. We currently have a 5th wheel with a hitch weight of 2100 lbs. and would like to know if that is to much for the truck.
asked by: Victoria
Expert Reply:
The pin weight which is the same as hitch weight but for a 5th wheel and gooseneck trailer cannot exceed either the payload capacity or the gross axle weight rating (GAWR) on your 2015 Ram 2500. I do have access to the payload and (GAWR) figures for a 2015 Ram 2500 but they vary drastically depending on factors such as cab type, bed length, drive type, engine size, transmission, and axle ratio so I can't give you a yes or no answer but I have sent you an article which lists all these capacities and you can use it once you have the above info.
I will however say that a 2,100 lb pin weight is dobale for most of the 2015 Ram 2500's. In order to a tow a 5th wheel trailer you will need a 5th wheel hitch and rail kit if you do not have the factory prep package. If you do have the factory prep package then I recommend the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch part # BWRVK3600 for long beds or part # BWRVK3670 fo short beds. If you don't have the the factory prep package then I recommend the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3500-5W with the Custom Underbed Installation Kit part # BWGNRK1384-5W for long beds or the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3400-5W with the Custom Underbed Installation Kit part # BWGNRK1384-5W for short beds.
B&W hitches are made in the USA and come with a lifetime warranty. They are considered to be one of the best options on the market. All of the above options will allow for both 5th wheel and gooseneck towing.
Products Referenced in This Question
Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Custom
- Below the Bed
- B and W
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B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 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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B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16-1/4 - 18-1/4 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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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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