Will B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch Fit Aftermarket Rails on a 2022 Ram Pickup
Question:
Will the companion hook up to my aftermarket rails that were installed on my 22 ram or is there another attachment needed?
asked by: Jason W
Expert Reply:
The B&W Companion 5th wheel hitches are designed to only fit with OEM puck systems or the B&W underbed gooseneck hitch.
For aftermarket rails in your 2022 Ram pickup you're going to need the B&W Patriot which comes in the following weight ratings for different bed lengths:
6-1/2' Bed
- 18K Slider # BWRVK3270
8' Bed
- 16K Fixed # BWRVK3200
- 18K Fixed # BWRVK3255
Unfortunately the heads of the hitches attached differently as well, otherwise you could just swap out the heads with the bases and be all set. Since you really like the Companion 5th wheel hitch the Patriot will give you the same, great ride quality which is why I recommend going that route.
The only other alternative is to trade out your aftermarket rails for the OEM puck system or the Underbed Gooseneck Hitch # BWGNRK1320-5W for 2500/3500 Ram model trucks.
Products Referenced in This Question
Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Custom
- Below the Bed
- B and W
more information >
B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16 - 19 Inch Tall
- B and W
more information >
B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16 - 19 Inch Tall
- B and W
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- B and W
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Does Truck with 6-1/2 ft bed Have to Use Slider Hitch for Turning Clearance with Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Article: 4 Steps to Choosing Your 5th Wheel Pin Box
- Article: Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Adapters
- Q&A: Can I Use A Curt A20 With A Reese Sidewinder On A Ram Truck With The Rambox
- Q&A: What Is An OEM Prep Package And How Do I Know If I Have It
- Q&A: How to Bleed Electric Over Hydraulic Trailer Brakes
- Article: Ram Trailer Tow Prep Package
- Article: Sidewinder with Rotating Turret for Short Bed Pickups
- Q&A: Towing a Trailer with Electric Brakes with a Semi Tractor with Air Brakes
- Q&A: Comparing Patriot Slider and Companion Slider Fifth Wheel Hitch for 2017 Ford F-350
- Article: Adapters for Towing a 5th Wheel Trailer with a Gooseneck Hitch
- Article: Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Information and Installation Tips
- Q&A: How to Determine Correct Height Setting for 5th Wheel Hitch
- Article: 5th Wheel Hitch Installation | The Ultimate DIY Guide