How To Install a 5th Wheel Hitch On a 2016 Ram 5500 Cab and Chassis

Updated 06/23/2019 | Published 06/22/2019

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Reese Low-Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 30,000 lbs

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B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch for Flatbed Trucks - 30,000 lbs

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B&W Companion Flatbed Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs

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Question:

I have a husky fifthwheel hitch but i need to know what kind of rails do i need to put on my truck

asked by: Edgar

Expert Reply:

I do have an option for you but they do not offer a set of base rails that are designed for your 2016 Ram 5500 so I would not have any way for you to install the Husky 5th Wheel Hitch you have now. The best option for you to tow a 5th wheel trailer would be to use the Reese Low-Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # RP30054 which can then be attached to your cab and chassis model via 1/2" plates that will be welded to the frame. I have attached a snip for you of the manual that entails the installation process.

If you like, you can substitute the Reese Low-Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for the B&W Companion Flatbed part # BWRVK3050 with the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer part # BWGNRK1500 as this will allow you to tow both 5th wheel and gooseneck trailers. Regardless, I highly recommend professional installation for either option. Unfortunately, there just really isn't a good way to use the Husky 5th Wheel Hitch. There may also very well be an issue with hitch height as the Husky 5th Wheel Hitch could be too tall to keep a trailer level.

expert reply by: Conner L