Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2020 Ram 3500 Mega Cab 6-1/2 Foot Bed
Published 09/10/2022
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Question:
How should I setup the hitch for a mega cab….short bed 6.5 ft ?
asked by: Lance
Expert Reply:
I would be happy to help you set up your 2020 Ram 3500 short bed with a 5th wheel hitch. You are going to need a sliding hitch to make tight turns and back up. You have two options depending on whether or not your Ram has the towing prep package.
The Companion 5th Wheel Hitches below are nearly identical except for their mounting methods. Both have a 20,000 lbs capacity and offer 12" of travel for clearance. The Companion has a dual jaw design that allows for less rattle and more security than slide-bar jaws which leads to a quieter and more comfortable towing experience.
Towing Prep Package - B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider for Ram Towing Prep Package item # BWRVK3670
Without the Towing Prep Package - B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider item # BWRVK3400-5W
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Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches item # BWGNRK1320-5W
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20K
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding 5th Wheel
- OEM - Ram
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- B and W
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