Recommended Tailgate Pad For a 2021 Ram 2500 with RamBox

Question:

Looking for a tailgate pad for a ram 2500 2021 with a RamBox. The tailgate is quite wide in the center.

asked by: Steve W

Expert Reply:

There are a number of tailgate pads that are confirmed to fit your 2021 Ram 2500 with RamBox, including the Swagman Tailwhip Tailgate Pad # S64761 you were looking at.

The Swagman Tailwhip Tailgate Pad # S64761 is 54" wide and can accommodate up to 4 bikes, but it was designed for mid-size trucks. This will still work for your Ram, as it only slightly impacts the use. It does not extend quite as far down the tailgate, which could cause some more tire rub on the tailgate.

Personally I would go with a model designed for full size trucks like the Thule GateMate Pro Tailgate Pad for Full-Size Trucks # TH823PRO. This pad is 53" wide and can accommodate up to 7 bikes. It also extends further down the tailgate to protect more area.

I have included a picture of both tailgate pads, so you can see the difference in coverage.

expert reply by: Scott S