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Q Hitch 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
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Q Hitch 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs

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You camp to relax. Now, you can relax behind the wheel too. This 5th-wheel hitch delivers a smooth ride and a reliable connection, with a color-coded indicator that shows you're locked in so you can focus on the trip, not the hitch. 1-800-940-8924 to order Q Hitch 5th wheel hitch part number C16049 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Q Hitch products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Q Hitch 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs. 5th Wheel Hitch reviews from real customers.
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Q Hitch 5th Wheel Hitch - C16049

  • 25000 lbs GTW
  • OEM - Ram
  • Q Hitch
  • Fixed Fifth Wheel
  • Standard - Double Jaw
  • 14 - 18 Inch Tall
  • Cushioned 360-Degree
  • 6250 lbs Vertical Load

You camp to relax. Now, you can relax behind the wheel too. This 5th-wheel hitch delivers a smooth ride and a reliable connection, with a color-coded indicator that shows you're locked in so you can focus on the trip, not the hitch.


Highlights

  • Know You're Hooked Up at a Glance: Color-coded markers let you confirm the jaws are prepared to couple, locked for towing, or ready to uncouple.
  • Smooth, Quiet Towing: Dual jaw wraps tight around your king pin and the hitch head pivots 360 degrees to limit slop, clunking, and chucking.
  • Strength You Can Trust: Supports up to 25,000 lbs GTW.
  • Complete Hitch Kit: Everything you need to install it to your truck - includes hitch, legs, and hardware.
  • Built for Long-Term Durability: Powder-coated steel resists rust and holds up to repeated use in tough conditions.
  • Tool-Free Hitch Removal: Reclaim your bed space by pulling pins in two simple steps.

Features to know about

Rated to Handle the Heaviest 5th Wheels

Q Hitch installed in truck bed

This hitch is built from heavy-duty steel and rated for 25,000 lbs GTW, giving you the muscle to handle even the biggest, fully loaded 5th-wheel campers with confidence. And it gives you room to grow if you move to a larger 5th wheel down the line. Plus, the protective powder coat helps resist rust and wear over time, so you can rely on it season after season. This sturdy construction provides a strong base to a hitching system that feels just as solid when you back in and hitch up.

Full-Contact Jaw Connection

Q Hitch open jawsQ Hitch closed jaws

Slide-bar and single-jaw hitches are known for leaving too much room around the king pin. That looseness leads to noise, slop, and an unsettling feel on the road. This dual-jaw system wraps tightly around the king pin from all sides to create a stable connection that feels locked in as soon as you hitch up. It holds firm to reduce noise and cut down on movement. You'll notice the difference the first time you tow.

Know When You're Locked

Q Hitch color coded indicator

Before you pull away, a quick glance at the color-coded indicator shows you exactly what the jaws are doing: red means uncoupled, yellow means ready to couple, and green means you're locked in for towing.


Q Hitch indicator on handle

There's no need to climb into the bed to check the connection since you can easily see the color at a glance. If you've ever thought the jaws were locked only to find out they weren't, you know how bad things can get. This system keeps that from happening.

Quiet, Fluid Motion on the Road

You'll feel the change as soon as you're moving. The hitch head pivots smoothly on a spherical axial bearing, allowing full 360-degree movement. As the head moves, rubber bushings help absorb shock and reduce the jerking motion that leads to chucking. It's not just about softening the impact of rough roads. It's about helping you stay more comfortable behind the wheel by reducing the constant shifting and jolts that wear you down over time. From campground runs to multi-state road trips, the ride feels more stable, more responsive, and less like a fight with every bump.

Remove the Hitch in Two Steps

When the trip is over and you need your truck bed back, this hitch removes in two steps with no tools. Pull the first set of pins to lift off the head, then use the handles on the legs to release the hitch from the pucks. The parts are still relatively heavy, but this design takes some of the strain out of the process. It's a solid solution for anyone switching between trip mode and work mode where being able to clear your bed matters.

Everything You Need to Install

This hitch is designed to drop into your truck's factory puck system using quarter-turn anchors for a fast, secure fit. It ships with the head, puck-style legs, and all necessary hardware. There are no rails or brackets to worry about. That makes installation easier to handle whether you're doing it yourself or taking it to a shop.

Specs

Capacity:

  • Gross towing weight: 25,000 lbs
  • Vertical load limit: 6,250 lbs

Hitch height:

  • 13" to 17"

Construction:

  • Steel with carbide powder coat finish

Warranty:

  • 10-Year limited

Note: This fifth-wheel trailer hitch is not compatible with rotating pin boxes, such as the Reese Sidewinder, Reese Revolution, and 5th Airborne Sidewinder.



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