5th Wheel Hitch Recommendation For A 2018 Ram 2500 Short Bed

Question:

Hi. Will this work in a 2018 ram 2500 short bed? If not whats a comparable hitch around the sime price? Thanks so much

asked by: Allison H

Expert Reply:

Yes the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Rails and Universal Installation Kit - Slide Bar Jaw - 16K Item # C16116 will work for your 2018 Ram 2500 Short Bed. You will have to drill holes for the rail system to be bolted to your frame.

For short beds I recommend a slider hitch to give you extra turning clearance. Sticking with Curt I recommend the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R16 Roller - Slide Bar Jaw - 16,000lbs # 16516 with the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Truck - Carbide Finish # C16427-204.

You can also gain extra turning clearance by using a rotating pin box like the 5th Airborne Premium 5th Wheel Air Ride King Pin w/ Sidewinder and Turret - 16,000lbs Item # RP61412. These are specific replacements so if you would like to switch to a rotating pin box please send me your current pin box brand and model number/serial number and I can provide you with the correct replacement.

expert reply by: Kevin C