Towing Capacity of 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Diesel

Updated 04/12/2019 | Published 04/11/2019

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Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Single Jaw - 20,000 lbs

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Question:

Truck: 2006 Dodge RAM Mega Cab 3500 5.9L Turbo Diesel 4 speed automatic single axle. Pretty sure it is the 3.73 axle ratio Fifth Wheel: Outdoors RV Glacier Peak f28RKS Dry Weight 10,500 pounds Net Carrying Capacity 2495 Max Trailer Weight 12995 Dry Hitch Weight 2375

asked by: Kat V

Expert Reply:

Looks like you'd be good. I pulled up the towing capacity of your truck and it's rated for 15,350 lbs trailer weight and your trailer would weigh at most 12,995 lbs. The M5 Series hitch part # RP30928 that you referenced has a 20k capacity and would be a great option.

For a rail kit to install it in the bed of your truck you'd want the # RP50140-58 which is a custom install kit. This means the install time would be minimized as well as no frame drilling.

expert reply by: Jameson C