Recommended Fifth Wheel Setup For A 2019 Ram 2500 Without Puck System
Published 03/15/2024 >
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What is recommend for my 2019 Ram 2500 without the PUCKinch system, looking for all the required parts to install the 5th wheel hitch. Thank you so much! I was told by my father in law Curt A16 was the best, but unsure
asked by: Evan D
Expert Reply:
Hey Evan, I can definitely help set you up. Your 2019 Ram 2500 is a short bed, right? If so, I highly recommend the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3270. You will also need the Installation Rail Kit # BWRVK2602.
The slider is recommended for short bed trucks to help with clearance on tight turns. Long bed trucks will use the non slider version # BWRVK3255 along with the same # BWRVK2602 rail kit.
I really like the B&W hitches for a few reasons. The dual-jaw design gives a secure connection and helps prevent chucking. The sliding mechanism is smooth and easy to operate - the same goes for the jaw. Overall it is a very solid US made hitch.
The Curt A16 is a decent hitch that has been around for a long time and they do work well. In my opinion the Curt hitch cannot quite stand up to the time-tested durability and dependability of the B&W Patriot hitch. Also, when you look at the minimal price difference between the two with install kits included, the B&W is definitely the way to go.
You may want to consider the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness # C56070 which will allow you to relocate the 7-way trailer plug to the bed of your truck.
I have linked a few install/review videos for these hitches below if you want a closer look.
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B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs
- 5th 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
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