Recommended B&W Companion for 2019 RAM 2500 w/ Ramboxes and Tow/Prep Package
Question:
I have a 2019 RAM 2500 short bed with Ramboxes and the tow prep package. Can I use a B&W Companion?
asked by: Jonathan
Expert Reply:
The B&W Companion IS compatible, but you'll need to use a Sidewinder replacement pin box because the Rambox option narrows the inside width of the truck bed. If you try to fifth wheel tow as it sits, the corners of the pin box will collide with the inside edges of the bed sides. The Sidewinder will move the pivot point rearward by 22 inches so that nothing will hit the bed sides. The Sidewinder is pin box specific, so you'll need to identify which pin box you have by examining it for stickers or an ID plate that lists the pin box manufacturer and model number. If you take a look at the linked help article, you can learn more about how the Sidewinder works as well as see a listing of which Sidewinders work with which pin boxes.
Ordinarily we recommend using a sliding fifth wheel hitch in a short bed truck, but the Sidewinder will provide enough clearance so you won't have any issues. You'll want to use the stationary Companion model, part # BWRVK3600.
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
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