Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch and Custom Installation Kit for 2019 Ram 2500 That Leaves the Bed Clear

Question:

I have a 2019 Ram 2500 diesel and it does not have the factory puck system for a in 5th wheel hitch. I love the concept, so I definitely would have gotten this option but I bought it used, so now Im exploring my options for a 5th wheel hitch. I dont like the idea of having rails bolted to the floor of my bed when the hitch is removed, so Im wondering what would be involved in installing the puck system, even though it wasnt installed from the factory? There are flat spots in the bed where the pucks would go, but surely it cant be as easy as drilling holes...

asked by: Mark

Expert Reply:

I have a solution for you, but the Reese Under-Bed Rail and Installation Kit # RP30074 is not a fit for your 2019 Ram 2500 and there is not an aftermarket puck system available at this point in time for your truck. The best solution to tow a 5th wheel trailer and still have a clean truck bed when not in use is the B&W Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWGNRK1320-5W. This underbed kit provides you with a heavy duty B&W Turnoverball gooseneck hitch that can be used to mount either the # BWRVK3400-5W (slider base for 6-1/2 foot beds) or the # BWRVK3500-5W (for 8 foot beds) to tow a 5th wheel trailer with your 2019 Ram 2500. As mentioned, using this B&W kit will provide you with the clear truck bed that you're seeking when not towing a 5th wheel trailer.

The B&W Companion hitches are arguably the best 5th wheel hitch on the market in terms of quality and durability. The Companion has a sturdy 1" thick, dual locking jaw which provides 360 degrees of jaw to kingpin contact for better security and less rattle than a slide bar jaw. The head on the Companion hitch has a fully articulating head that makes hookup easier and helps to limit chucking, since it pivots front-to-back and side-to-side.

I've linked some informational videos to this answer for you to have a look at as well.

expert reply by: Erik B