Recommended Trailer Receiver Hitch for 2004 Dodge Ram 1500

Updated 06/27/2015 | Published 06/25/2015

Products Featured in This Question

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V XD - 2"

(52)

$401.44

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"

(25)

$321.79

2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs

(3870)

$17.94

Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"

(204)

$112.36

Pin and Clip for 2" and 2-1/2" Hitches - 5/8" Diameter x 3-3/16" Span

(2932)

$4.01

2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000 lbs

(3870)

$19.91

Curt Dual Length Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 2-3/8" Rise, 3-5/8" Drop - 7,500 lbs

(162)

$53.23

Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

(65)

$56.73

etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitch - Flush - 2-5/8" Span - Stainless Steel

(1306)

$43.51

Question:

Hi.. I bougth this ram 1500 RWD, and i am looking for a trailer hitch for it. Could you help me find the right one for it? it has the bar under the car..

asked by: Dennis S

Helpful Expert Reply:

The correct hitch for your truck will depend on what capacity you were needing. For instance, if you'll be towing trailers weighing less than 6000 lbs, a Class III hitch like the # 75662 would be ideal. The hitch would bolt to the existing crossmember and the rear bumper.

For a heaver trailer (assuming your truck has the necessary capacity), a Class IV hitch like # 14361 would work well.

The Curt # C15409 you referenced is only a fit for trucks already equipped with the factory hitch.

You might also need the following to complete your towing system:

Trailer wiring harness with 4-pole trailer connector, part # C55504
Ball mount, part # C45230
Trailer ball, part # C40051 for a 1-7/8, # 40038 for a 2 inch or # C40007 for a 2-5/16 inch
Hitch pin, part # C21500 or # e98882 for a hitch lock