Recommended Non-Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch for 2012 Ram 3500 with Ramboxes
Question:
I have a 2012 ram 3500 w/rambox...I need a 20k or 21k 5th wheel hitch non slider with bed rails... Thank you
asked by: Toby J
Expert Reply:
For your 2012 Ram 3500 with Ramboxes, since you don't need a sliding hitch I recommend using the Curt Q20 # C16130 and base rails # C16301-200. This hitch has a 20,000-lbs capacity and the base rail kit is a custom installation for your Ram 3500, so it will limit any drilling into the frame that might otherwise be required on a universal base rail kit. The Q series hitches are a nice value option that provide you with a fully pivoting, 360 degree movement, hitch head to help give you a smoother towing experience. If you wanted the extra capacity then you'd want to go up to the Curt Q25 hitch # C16265, as there is not a 21k hitch available from Curt.
I've linked some review and installation videos of these parts for you to check out.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 6250 lbs Vertical Load
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Cushioned 360-Degree
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 13 - 17 Inch Tall
- CURT
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Curt Semi-Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Dodge Ram 2500/3500 - Carbide Finish
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Semi-Custom
- Above the Bed
- CURT
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Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Cushioned 360-Degree
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 13 - 17 Inch Tall
- CURT
more information >
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