2022 Ram 1500 5-1/2 Foot Bed with EcoDiesel engine Fifth Wheel Hitch

Name: Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
Brand: CURT
SKU: C27WV
Price: 970.19 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.68225806451613 (620 reviews)

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CURT 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2022 Ram 15005-1/2 Foot Bed with EcoDiesel engine

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

620 reviews

Code: C27WV

$970.19

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:

2022 Ram 1500 Trailer Wiring

Required Accessory:

Sidewinder King Pin is required with this short bed truck

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

4.5 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

Hitch installation is not recommended for models with Rambox

Installation kit will fit models with factory Air Suspension system

Product is designed for models that do not have Multi-Function Tailgate

Tech Tip:

Please refer to our Sidewinder FAQ page for a measurement formula to ensure cab clearance with your trailer.

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CURT 16K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2022 Ram 15005-1/2 Foot Bed with EcoDiesel engine

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

587 reviews

Code: C87WV

$757.66

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:

2022 Ram 1500 Trailer Wiring

Required Accessory:

Sidewinder King Pin is required with this short bed truck

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

4.5 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

Hitch installation is not recommended for models with Rambox

Installation kit will fit models with factory Air Suspension system

Product is designed for models that do not have Multi-Function Tailgate

Tech Tip:

Please refer to our Sidewinder FAQ page for a measurement formula to ensure cab clearance with your trailer.

More Information >

CURT 20K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2022 Ram 15005-1/2 Foot Bed with EcoDiesel engine

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

73 reviews

Code: C29WV

$880.75

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:

2022 Ram 1500 Trailer Wiring

Required Accessory:

Sidewinder King Pin is required with this short bed truck

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

4.5 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

Hitch installation is not recommended for models with Rambox

Installation kit will fit models with factory Air Suspension system

Product is designed for models that do not have Multi-Function Tailgate

Tech Tip:

Please refer to our Sidewinder FAQ page for a measurement formula to ensure cab clearance with your trailer.

More Information >

CURT 25K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2022 Ram 15005-1/2 Foot Bed with EcoDiesel engine

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

398 reviews

Code: C39WV

$1,059.90

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:

2022 Ram 1500 Trailer Wiring

Required Accessory:

Sidewinder King Pin is required with this short bed truck

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

4.5 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

Hitch installation is not recommended for models with Rambox

Installation kit will fit models with factory Air Suspension system

Product is designed for models that do not have Multi-Function Tailgate

Tech Tip:

Please refer to our Sidewinder FAQ page for a measurement formula to ensure cab clearance with your trailer.

More Information >

CURT 20K 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2022 Ram 15005-1/2 Foot Bed with EcoDiesel engine

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

466 reviews

Code: C59WV

$1,009.90

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:

2022 Ram 1500 Trailer Wiring

Required Accessory:

Sidewinder King Pin is required with this short bed truck

Installation Notes:

Above Bed Rails

4.5 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

Hitch installation is not recommended for models with Rambox

Installation kit will fit models with factory Air Suspension system

Product is designed for models that do not have Multi-Function Tailgate

Tech Tip:

Please refer to our Sidewinder FAQ page for a measurement formula to ensure cab clearance with your trailer.

More Information >

Demco 5th Wheel Hitch, with Above Bed Rails
2022 Ram 15005-1/2 Foot Bed with EcoDiesel engine

Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 13K

670 reviews

Code: DM95TV

$2,568.99

5th Wheel Hitch Specs:

Sliding Fifth Wheel
22-1/2 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
3250 lbs Vertical Load
13000 lbs GTW
Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
Double Pivot
15-1/4 - 18 Inch Tall

Recommended Trailer Wiring:

2022 Ram 1500 Trailer Wiring

Installation Notes:

Above 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
2022 Ram 15005-1/2 Foot Bed with EcoDiesel engine

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

88 reviews

Code: DM45TV

$1,145.95

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:

2022 Ram 1500 Trailer Wiring

Required Accessory:

Sidewinder King Pin is required with this short bed truck

Installation Notes:

Above 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

Tech Tip:

Please refer to our Sidewinder FAQ page for a measurement formula to ensure cab clearance with your trailer.

More Information >

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