Can 2019 Ram 2500 Power Wagon Tow a Fifth Wheel Trailer or is 2019 Ram 2500 Diesel Better Option
Question:
Dodge Power wagon 2019 - 5th wheel ability? Hello, am assuming the Dodge 2500 Diesel is a better option but is the Power wagon Gas recommend for pulling a 5th wheel camper?
asked by: Tom M
Expert Reply:
A 2019 Ram 2500 Power Wagon is really built as an off-road type of truck, though there isn't any reason you can't tow a fifth wheel trailer with this truck. The issue with this, when compared to a standard 2500 diesel is that the 2019 Power Wagon only comes in a 6'4" bed, so you would need a sliding fifth wheel hitch.
If you do go this route the best option by far is the Demco Hijacker Autoslide because you never have to get out of your truck just to make a turn like you do with a standard sliding hitch. The Hijacker also has a highly secure jaw system which ensures a complete, secure connection to your trailer's king pin to minimize back-and-forth movement in the hitch, as well as a cushioned head which will give you a smoother and quieter ride while towing.
The Hijacker comes with two different capacities, 18,000 lbs # DM8550034 and 21,000 lbs # DM8550035; to mount it you would need to add Demco Hijacker Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches # DM8552025-71.
A 2019 Ram 2500 diesel, on the other hand, gives you many more options and is the better way to go because you can not only get it with an 8 foot bed for the best cab clearance (so the trailer and your truck cab don't make contact), you can also get a fifth wheel prep package so your truck has a simple puck system you can add a fifth wheel hitch to.
If you go this route I highly recommend the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs # BWRVK3600 because of its impressive jaw system that enhances the connection to your king pin and improves your ride quality immensely, the cushioned bushings which minimize the noise that often comes with towing a fifth wheel trailer, and its pivoting head which makes connecting your trailer to the hitch easier. The Companion is considered by many the best hitch in the industry and along with a Ram 2500 long bed would give you a towing set up that would make others envious.
I've added links to a couple video reviews for you to check out of these hitches as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ram
- 6500 lbs Vertical Load
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- B and W
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 21,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 5250 lbs Vertical Load
- 21000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 15-1/4 - 18 Inch Tall
- 14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- Demco
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Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches
- 5th Wheel Hitch Rails
- Custom
- Above the Bed
- Demco
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 16-1/2 - 19-1/4 Inch Tall
- 14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- Demco
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