Recommended B&W Companion Slider for a 2023 Ram 2500 w/ Puck System
Question:
I have a 2023 Ram 2500 short bed and I need a sliding 5th wheel hitch. I am not seeing anything listed for my truck. I have the factory prep package will the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch item # BWRVK3670 work?
asked by: Bob
Expert Reply:
Yes, the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch item # BWRVK3670 will fit in the puck system of your short bed Ram 2500. The Companion Slider has a 20,000 lbs capacity and will give you 12" of travel for making tight turns and backing.
The Companion's 1" thick dual jaws will give you a 360-degree jaw to kingpin contact. This system minimizes the chucking, jarring and noise that can occur when towing a fifth wheel trailer. This not only provides a more secure connection but also a quieter more comfortable towing experience.
The Companion also has a cam-action latching handle that helps you to uncouple your trailer even if the terrain isn't level. The fully articulating head also helps to improve your ride quality while easing the effort put into hooking up to your trailer.
The B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch item # BWRVK3670 weighs 300 lbs and is made in the USA. I have linked an installation and review video along with a picture that will show you what the Companion Slider looks like installed.
5th Wheel Slider hitches like the B&W Companion are extremely heavy. If that's not something you're interested in moving by yourself and don't want to have to rely on someone to help you then I recommend purchasing the B&W 5th Wheel Lifting Device for Companion and Patriot Hitches item # BWRVXA3130. This heavy duty steel tool lets you lift your B&W 5th-wheel hitch from your truck bed with a hoist. The 5th-Wheel jaws clamp around the device for a secure grip.
Don't forget your lube plate. The Lube Plate for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10" Diameter item # 16721 will prevent scratches on your fifth-wheel's skid plate and ease trailer hookup.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt 10" Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate
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- Fifth Wheel Hitch
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B&W 5th Wheel Lifting Device for Companion and Patriot Hitches
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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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