Gosseneck/5th Wheel Towing Capacity of 2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab

Updated 10/21/2019 | Published 10/20/2019

Question:

I need to know the towing limits of a gooseneck hitch. I have a 2018 ram 1500 big horn crew cab. 6.5 foot bed. Stock suspension with 20 in stock wheels. 5.7 liter hemi stock engine

asked by: Debra K

Expert Reply:

The towing capacity (gooseneck/fifth wheel/bumper pull) of a 2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab will vary by axle ratio and drive type. If you have a 4x2 model then your towing capacity is 8,010 lbs if you have the 3.21 axle ratio or 10,190 lbs if you have the 3.92 axle ratio. If you have a 4x4 model then your towing capacity is 7,760 lbs if you have the 3.21 axle ratio or 9,810 lbs if you have the 3.92 axle ratio. The axle ratio should be listed on a sticker in the glove box or on the window sticker if you still have this.

For a gooseneck hitch, I recommend the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch part # BWGNRK1309 as this is the best option on the market because of the square hitch ball opening that practically eliminates the chance of the hitch ball getting stuck. The B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch is also a custom fit so no drilling into the truck frame is needed.

expert reply by: Conner L