What is the Pin Weight Capacity of a 2015 Ram 2500

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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

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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.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

I'll start off by saying that I don't normally trust the VIN decoders available on the internet when it comes to being accurate with capacities and such, and the highest payload capacity I've seen in my research for the 2011 Chevy…

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Answer 2

The 2016 Ram Power Wagon Tradesman is basically a Ram 2500 which we have gooseneck hitches available for like the B and W Turnoverball part #BWGNRK1384 which is a confirmed fit and has a 30,000 lb trailer weight capacity.

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We do have hitches that will fit directly into the factory prep package in your 2016 Ram 2500 long bed. I recommend the Curt Q24, #C16545-16021. The base of this hitch fits directly into the 4 pucks in the truck bed so no adapter is needed. This…

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Answer 4

The best option for a short bed truck like yours is to go with a Sidewinder as it will give you 22 more inches of pivot point clearance (much more than a slider hitch), and won't require you to get out and activate the slider mechanism of the…

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Answer 5

There is a big difference between the payload capacity of a truck and the pin weight capacity from a fifth wheel or gooseneck trailer. The difference is due to the fact that payload is basically the weight capacity of the truck bed and pin weight…

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Answer 6

The new 2016 Rams with the Cummins diesel have incredibly high towing capacities when properly equipped. However, the 2500 models don't get the crazy high towing capacities. The best configured 2500 for towing can tow up to 17,980 lbs with…

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Answer 7

I believe you may have the gear ratio incorrect for your 2016 Dodge Ram 2500 diesel. I found the Ram truck towing guide for the 2016 trucks and the diesel versions of your truck have the 3.42 gear ratio and the 3.73 is for versions with the Hemi. So…

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I was able to find some information for you. On your 2019 Ram 2500 CC SB with the 6.7 cummins you will have a payload capacity of right at 2500 lbs. Payload can be used as the maximum allowable pin weight. With that said the M5 Series 5th Wheel…

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Answer 9

For your 2016 Ram 2500 I recommend going with Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs. We have these with 2 different weight capacities, 5,000 lbs #F2598 and 7,500 lbs #F2706. The 5,000 lb system should be more than enough since they will be helping…

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Answer 10

For your 2018 Crusader M29BH 5th wheel trailer, the easiest way to safely gain a couple inches height is to use the Dexter Over-Under Kit #K71-385-00 for 3 inch axles or #K71-384-00 for 2-3/8 inch diameter axles. This will raise your trailer at each…

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Answer 11

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 12

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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