2018 Ram 2500 5th Wheel Towing Capabilities
Question:
I have had trouble finding my bumper tow rating and my fifth wheel tow rating. I have the 3.73 rear end and the 6.4 V-8 4x4 long bed. You have given a recommendation to another guy on how to get going. I’ve found my bumper tow rating to be about 12,500lbs but fifth wheel is hard to figure out. I also have a gooseneck mount in the bed and was wondering what your thoughts were on that or a fifth wheel conversion kit. Thanks Jeff
asked by: Jeff B
Expert Reply:
On your 2018 Ram 2500 with the 6.4L V8 engine, it has a max payload of 3,990 pounds and best in class towing of 16,320 pounds. With the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel you're looking at # BWRVK3670 it has a gross towing weight of 20,000 lbs and a Vertical load limit of 5,000 lbs. I think you will be fine with the 5th wheel conversion kit and also with a gooseneck with a conversion kit, but realize that the companion is rated for 20 thousand pounds, but your truck is not. Be sure to NOT go over your vehicles capacity.
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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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