2011 Ram 2500 8 Foot Bed Fifth Wheel Hitch

Name: Q Hitch 5th Wheel Hitch with Custom Installation Kit - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
Brand: Q Hitch
SKU: QH47FR
Price: 955.75 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.65196078431373 (408 reviews)

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Vehicle Style: 8 Foot Bed Change

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Q Hitch 25K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

Q Hitch 5th Wheel Hitch with Custom Installation Kit - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs

408 reviews

Code: QH47FR

$955.75

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
6250 lbs Vertical Load
25000 lbs GTW
Premium - Double Jaw
Cushioned Double Pivot
13 - 17 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 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

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B and W 20K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Below Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Turnoverball for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs

4793 reviews

Code: BW58QR

$1,698.00

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
5000 lbs Vertical Load
20000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Double Pivot
16-1/4 - 18-1/4 Inch Tall
Made in USA

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Below 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

Installation kit fits Diesel Engine models

Hitch does not fit Cab and Chassis or vehicles with 34 inch frame

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CURT 30K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

Curt PowerRide 5th Wheel Hitch for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 30,000 lbs

151 reviews

Code: C75VJ

$1,593.90

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
7500 lbs Vertical Load
30000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Cushioned 360-Degree
13 - 17 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 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

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CURT 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Dodge Ram - Slide Bar Jaw - 16,000 lbs

596 reviews

Code: C45JV

$655.64

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Economy - Slide-Bar Jaw
Double Pivot
13-1/4 - 17 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 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

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CURT 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs

23 reviews

Code: C65JV

$861.90

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Cushioned Double Pivot
13 - 17 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 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

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CURT 20K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs

480 reviews

Code: C85JV

$1,124.90

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
5000 lbs Vertical Load
20000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Cushioned Double Pivot
13 - 17 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 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

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CURT 30K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

151 reviews

Code: C68ZJ

$1,593.90

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
7500 lbs Vertical Load
30000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Cushioned 360-Degree
13 - 17 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

5 Hour Estimated Installation Time

Drilling into the vehicle frame is required to install this product

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Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs

392 reviews

Code: RP56ZR

$720.74

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Double Pivot
13-1/2 - 17 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

5 Hour Estimated Installation Time

Drilling into the vehicle frame is required to install this product

Tech Tip:

Will not work on trucks with overload springs.

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CURT 25K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs

159 reviews

Code: C32JV

$1,010.46

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
6250 lbs Vertical Load
25000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Cushioned 360-Degree
13 - 17 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 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

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CURT 24K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

Curt Q24 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 24,000 lbs

483 reviews

Code: C52JV

$1,114.33

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
6000 lbs Vertical Load
24000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Cushioned 360-Degree
13 - 17 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 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

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CURT 25K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs

410 reviews

Code: C25JV

$1,188.90

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
6250 lbs Vertical Load
25000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Cushioned Double Pivot
13 - 17 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 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

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Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

392 reviews

Code: RP68ZR

$781.16

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Double Pivot
13-1/2 - 17 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

5 Hour Estimated Installation Time

Drilling into the vehicle frame is required to install this product

Tech Tip:

Will work on trucks equipped with overload springs.

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CURT 20K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

Curt CrossWing Lightweight 5th Wheel Hitch for Dodge Ram - 20K

77 reviews

Code: C22JV

$874.90

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
5000 lbs Vertical Load
20000 lbs GTW
Cushioned 360-Degree
16-3/8 - 20-3/8 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 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

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B and W 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Universal Install Kit - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs

686 reviews

Code: BW26XR

$870.00

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Double Pivot
16 - 19 Inch Tall
Made in USA

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 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 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs

686 reviews

Code: BW59XR

$959.00

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Double Pivot
16 - 19 Inch Tall
Made in USA

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 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

More Information >

B and W 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

686 reviews

Code: BW78XR

$954.00

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Double Pivot
16 - 19 Inch Tall
Made in USA

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 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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Demco 21K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Below Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

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

91 reviews

Code: DM83AV

$1,207.56

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
5250 lbs Vertical Load
21000 lbs GTW
Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
Double Pivot
15-1/2 - 18 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Below 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

Passenger side wheel well must be notched for frame rail access

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Demco 21K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

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

91 reviews

Code: DM99XV

$1,202.95

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
5250 lbs Vertical Load
21000 lbs GTW
Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
Double Pivot
15-1/2 - 18 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 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

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Demco 21K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

91 reviews

Code: DM47XV

$1,009.95

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
5250 lbs Vertical Load
21000 lbs GTW
Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
Double Pivot
15-1/2 - 18 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

4.5 Hour Estimated Installation Time

Drilling into the vehicle frame is required to install this product

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Gen-Y Hitch 25K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2011 Ram 25008 Foot Bed

Gen-Y Hitch Advantage Gooseneck/5th Wheel Combo Hitch for Dodge Ram - 25K

Code: GY44VJ

$1,784.87

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
25000 lbs GTW
Premium - Single-Hook Jaw

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2011 Ram 2500 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

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