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Aftermarket Trailer Hitch Fits for 2012 Ram 1500 with Factory Hitch  

Updated 06/25/2018 | Published 06/21/2018

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Hello, I have a 2012 Ram 1500 with a factory hitch. Do you offer, or know of, an aftermarket hitch that can be used with my pickup? Also, If I remove the factory hitch will all of the aftermarket hitches you offer install on the truck? Thank you.

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All of the hitches offered for your 2012 Ram 1500 are for the versions of the truck without a factory hitch. All of these hitches, shown on the linked page, require you to remove the factory hitch. The available options include 2-inch hitches in Class III, Class IV and Class V ratings, such as Draw-Tite # 41948 and # C15572 which are Class V. Both offer no-drill installation as shown in the linked video.

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