2017 Ram 3500 6-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg Fifth Wheel Hitch

Name: Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ S20 Slider for Ram - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
Brand: CURT
SKU: C28FJ
Price: 1635.8 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.77272727272727 (484 reviews)

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CURT 20K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ S20 Slider for Ram - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs

484 reviews

Code: C28FJ

$1,635.80

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
5000 lbs Vertical Load
20000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Cushioned 360-Degree
17-1/2 - 21-1/2 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2017 Ram 3500 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

Hitch installation is not recommended for models with Rambox

Installation kit will fit models with factory Air Suspension system

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CURT 25K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ S25 Slider for Ram - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs

411 reviews

Code: C88FJ

$1,869.80

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
6250 lbs Vertical Load
25000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Cushioned 360-Degree
17-1/2 - 21-1/2 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2017 Ram 3500 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

Hitch installation is not recommended for models with Rambox

Installation kit will fit models with factory Air Suspension system

More Information >

CURT 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

Curt E16 5th Wheel Hitch w/ S20 Slider for Ram - Slide Bar Jaw - 16,000 lbs

597 reviews

Code: C53FJ

$1,097.98

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Economy - Slide-Bar Jaw
Double Pivot
14 - 17 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2017 Ram 3500 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

Hitch installation is not recommended for models with Rambox

Installation kit will fit models with factory Air Suspension system

More Information >

CURT 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ S20 Slider for Ram - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs

23 reviews

Code: C78FJ

$1,612.80

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Standard - Double Jaw
Cushioned 360-Degree
17-1/2 - 21-1/2 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2017 Ram 3500 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

Hitch installation is not recommended for models with Rambox

Installation kit will fit models with factory Air Suspension system

More Information >

Demco 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

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

699 reviews

Code: DM97TV

$2,166.06

In Stock

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:

2017 Ram 3500 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

Hitch installation is not recommended for models with Rambox

Installation kit will fit models with factory Air Suspension system

More Information >

Pullrite 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

PullRite Super 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Custom Mounting Kit - Auto Lock Jaw - 16,000 lbs

Code: PUL64MR

$1,150.00

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
4000 lbs Vertical Load
16000 lbs GTW
Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
Double Pivot
16 - 19 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2017 Ram 3500 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 >

Demco 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Below Bed Rails
2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

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

699 reviews

Code: DM26SV

$2,226.10

In Stock

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
15-1/2 - 18-1/4 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2017 Ram 3500 Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Below Bed Rails

4.5 Hour Estimated Installation Time

Drilling into the vehicle frame is required to install this product

Hitch installation is not recommended for models with Rambox

Installation kit does not fit vehicles with factory Air Suspension system

More Information >

Pullrite 20K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

PullRite ISR Series SuperLite 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Custom Mounting Kit - 20,000 lbs

Code: PUL74MR

$1,161.00

In Stock

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Fixed Fifth Wheel
5000 lbs Vertical Load
20000 lbs GTW
15-3/4 - 18-3/4 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2017 Ram 3500 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 >

Demco 21K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Below Bed Rails
2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

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

699 reviews

Code: DM38SV

$2,601.90

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
15-1/2 - 18-1/4 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2017 Ram 3500 Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Below Bed Rails

4.5 Hour Estimated Installation Time

Drilling into the vehicle frame is required to install this product

Hitch installation is not recommended for models with Rambox

Installation kit does not fit vehicles with factory Air Suspension system

More Information >

Demco 21K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

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

699 reviews

Code: DM47TV

$2,550.95

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:

2017 Ram 3500 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

Hitch installation is not recommended for models with Rambox

Installation kit will fit models with factory Air Suspension system

More Information >

Demco RV 21K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Below Bed Rails
2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

Demco Recon Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram - Single Jaw - Underbed - 21,000 lbs

92 reviews

Code: DM36KV

$1,800.21

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
18-3/8 - 20-7/8 Tall
Made in USA

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2017 Ram 3500 Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Below Bed Rails

4.5 Hour Estimated Installation Time

Drilling into the vehicle frame is required to install this product

Hitch installation is not recommended for models with Rambox

Installation kit does not fit vehicles with factory Air Suspension system

More Information >

Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

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

394 reviews

Code: RP64AR

$1,058.95

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:

2017 Ram 3500 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

Hitch installation is not recommended for models with Rambox

Installation kit will fit models with factory Air Suspension system

More Information >

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2017 Ram 3500 6-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg Fifth Wheel Hitch

CURT 20K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

CURT 25K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

CURT 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

CURT 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

Demco 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

Pullrite 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

Demco 18K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Below Bed Rails 2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

Pullrite 20K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails 2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

Demco 21K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Below Bed Rails 2017 Ram 35006-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg

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