2004 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed Fifth Wheel Hitch

Name: B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider and Universal Install Kit - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs
Brand: B and W
SKU: BW38XR
Price: 1070 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.82185628742515 (668 reviews)

Vehicle Style: 2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed Change

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B and W 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider and Universal Install Kit - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs

668 reviews

Code: BW38XR

$1,070.00

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
4500 lbs Vertical Load
18000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Double Pivot
17 - 19 Inch Tall
Made in USA

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2004 Dodge Ram Pickup Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

6 Hour Estimated Installation Time

Drilling into the vehicle frame is required to install this product

Installation kit is designed for models without Overload Springs

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B and W 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs

668 reviews

Code: BW28XR

$1,154.00

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
4500 lbs Vertical Load
18000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Double Pivot
17 - 19 Inch Tall
Made in USA

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2004 Dodge Ram Pickup Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

4.5 Hour Estimated Installation Time

Drilling into the vehicle frame is required to install this product

Installation kit is designed for models with Overload Springs

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Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Reese 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Square Tube Slider for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs

385 reviews

Code: RP36ZR

$932.00

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
10 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Double Pivot
15 - 18 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2004 Dodge Ram Pickup Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

5 Hour Estimated Installation Time

Drilling into the vehicle frame is required to install this product

When using a slider with this hitch, the lowest height setting will not be able to be used on the hitch

Tech Tip:

Will not work on trucks with overload springs.

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Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Reese 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Round Tube Slider for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs

385 reviews

Code: RP96ZR

$1,115.95

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
11 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Double Pivot
15 - 18 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2004 Dodge Ram Pickup Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

5 Hour Estimated Installation Time

Drilling into the vehicle frame is required to install this product

When using a slider with this hitch, the lowest height setting will not be able to be used on the hitch

Tech Tip:

Will not work on trucks with overload springs.

More Information >

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

385 reviews

Code: RP39SR

$1,297.95

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
11 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Double Pivot
15 - 18 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2004 Dodge Ram Pickup Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

4 Hour Estimated Installation Time

No drilling through vehicle frame required to install the frame brackets of installation kit. Installation rails are rated to meet vehicle manufacturer's tow ratings - see vehicle owner's manual

When using a slider with this hitch, the lowest height setting will not be able to be used on the hitch

More Information >

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

385 reviews

Code: RP59SR

$1,111.95

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
10 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Double Pivot
15 - 18 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2004 Dodge Ram Pickup Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

4 Hour Estimated Installation Time

No drilling through vehicle frame required to install the frame brackets of installation kit. Installation rails are rated to meet vehicle manufacturer's tow ratings - see vehicle owner's manual

When using a slider with this hitch, the lowest height setting will not be able to be used on the hitch

More Information >

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

385 reviews

Code: RP78ZR

$982.95

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
10 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Double Pivot
15 - 18 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2004 Dodge Ram Pickup Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

5 Hour Estimated Installation Time

Drilling into the vehicle frame is required to install this product

When using a slider with this hitch, the lowest height setting will not be able to be used on the hitch

Tech Tip:

For trucks equipped with overload springs.

More Information >

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

385 reviews

Code: RP88ZR

$1,166.95

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
11 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Double Pivot
15 - 18 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2004 Dodge Ram Pickup Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

5 Hour Estimated Installation Time

Drilling into the vehicle frame is required to install this product

When using a slider with this hitch, the lowest height setting will not be able to be used on the hitch

Tech Tip:

For trucks equipped with overload springs.

More Information >

Demco 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Dodge Ram - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs

679 reviews

Code: DM59XV

$2,228.93

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
4500 lbs Vertical Load
18000 lbs GTW
Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
Double Pivot
16-1/2 - 19-1/4 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2004 Dodge Ram Pickup Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

4 Hour Estimated Installation Time

No drilling required to install the frame brackets of installation kit. Installation rails are rated to meet vehicle manufacturer's tow ratings - see vehicle owner's manual

More Information >

Demco 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

679 reviews

Code: DM37XV

$1,910.27

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
4500 lbs Vertical Load
18000 lbs GTW
Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
Double Pivot
16-1/2 - 19-1/4 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2004 Dodge Ram Pickup Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

4.5 Hour Estimated Installation Time

Drilling into the vehicle frame is required to install this product

More Information >

Demco 21K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Dodge Ram - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 21,000 lbs

679 reviews

Code: DM39XV

$2,700.95

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
5250 lbs Vertical Load
21000 lbs GTW
Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
Double Pivot
15-1/4 - 18 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2004 Dodge Ram Pickup Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

4 Hour Estimated Installation Time

No drilling required to install the frame brackets of installation kit. Installation rails are rated to meet vehicle manufacturer's tow ratings - see vehicle owner's manual

More Information >

Demco 21K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

679 reviews

Code: DM97XV

$2,443.95

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
5250 lbs Vertical Load
21000 lbs GTW
Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
Double Pivot
15-1/4 - 18 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2004 Dodge Ram Pickup Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

4.5 Hour Estimated Installation Time

Drilling into the vehicle frame is required to install this product

More Information >

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5th Wheel Hitch With Maximum Height for Most Trailer-to-Truck Bed Rail Clearance

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How Much Does the Head and Base Weigh for the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch

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2004 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed Fifth Wheel Hitch

B and W 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

B and W 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Demco 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Demco 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Demco 21K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Demco 21K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

B and W 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

B and W 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Demco 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Demco 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Demco 21K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed

Demco 21K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2004 Dodge Ram Pickup2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed