Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for 2017 Ram 3500 Crew Cab
Published 12/30/2016
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With how tall the Revolver X2 sits when it is rolled up against the cab window, do you think that would interfere when I am making sharp turns with the fifth wheel? If so, do you think I might be better off with the Bakflip?
asked by: Al
Helpful Expert Reply:
I have a couple of different options for your 2017 Ram 3500 Crew Cab. Your truck has a bed height of just over 20 inches so I will recommend some 5th wheel hitches that are adjustable to under 3 inches of that 20 inch mark that you're looking for.
The most economical option for your Ram is the Curt E16 5th Wheel Hitch # C16115 with the Curt Base Rails # C16430-204. This features the Slide Bar Jaw to secure your king pin and has a Gross Towing Weight of 16,000 lbs.
The next step up is the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3255 with the B&W Base Rails # BWRVK2605. This hitch uses the dual jaws to secure your king pin. This gives your jaw-to-king pin 360 degree contact which will help reduce rattling and chucking. This 5th wheel hitch has a Gross Towing Weight of 18,000 lbs.
The best option for your 3500 Ram is the Demco Hijacker Premier Series 5th Wheel Hitch # DM6076P-21K and Base Rails # DM8552026-71. The reason I like this one the most is because it uses a single jaw lock which provides 360 degree contact with your king pin which will help limit rattle and chucking and is a little more smooth than the dual jaw lock. Along with the single jaw hook is the locking bar which will add some more security while towing. It has 4 different height settings and has a Gross Towing Weight of 21,000 lbs.
If you don't already have a tonneau cover and if you have a bed without the RamBox then I recommend using the BAK Revolver X2 # BAK39213. It is a hard cover and locks when you have your tailgate shut.
I have included some demonstration videos for you as well.
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B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed 5th Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16 - 19 Inch Tall
- B and W
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Al
12/30/2016
With how tall the Revolver X2 sits when it is rolled up against the cab window, do you think that would interfere when I am making sharp turns with the fifth wheel? If so, do you think I might be better off with the Bakflip?