Recommended Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch for the Ram Factory Puck System

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Is this the correct B&W hitch for the Ram puck system? I have a 2023 Ram 2500 with a 6-1/2' bed so I know I need a slider. Thank you so much

asked by: John S

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Yes, it is! The B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider item # BWRVK3670 is the correct hitch for the Ram factory puck system. This hitch will drop right down into the pucks in the bed of your 2023 Ram 2500 without the need for an adapter.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Hey Tom, congrats on the new truck! Typically when we hear that someone has the OEM tow prep package they mean the puck system. This is going to be five circular holes built into the bed of your Ram truck and is by far the best way to attach a 5th…

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This B&W companion hitch #BWRVK3670 is one of the most well built 5th wheel hitches on the market and weighs in just shy of 300 lbs. One good thing is that the head is easily detachable from the base. The head weighs 70 lbs and the base is about…

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For a trailer that weighs, 14,500 lbs I would strongly recommend a 3500 series truck. Even if the 2500 could technically tow it the 3500's higher rated suspension will make for a much better towing experience. Less sag and a smoother ride when…

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The new Rhino Box from Lippert currently has no replacements so you won't be able to swap out this pin box with a Sidewinder to add more turning clearance. Because of this you'll have to use a sliding 5th wheel hitch in your 6.5' bed to…

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I recommend the Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch #DM69GV as the best and easiest to use option for your 2024 Ram 2500 short bed. This hitch will drop into the 4 outer mounting points in your beds factory mounting puck system. The hitch automatically…

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Hey James, welcome back. That B&W item #BWRVK3670 is super reliable but you are not the only one who's had issues with how heavy it is. Love how you have already attempted our go to solution of taking off the lightest portion of the hitch. I…

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Thanks for reaching out, George! The PullRite SuperGlide #PUL28RR for your 2025 Ram 3500 will require an adapter to fit with different pin boxes. This is just so the pin box will be locked into position with the head so the autoslide feature works…

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I spoke with my contact at Reese and he informed me that there is nothing you can adjust on the slider that will allow you to remove that play. He did say to make sure that the pull pins that attach the slider to the rails are in correctly. You will…

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The Red Label bags like the part #F2706 are much heavier duty than the standard duty bags like the #F2598 that you also mentioned. The pressure rating is 150 psi vs. 100 psi, the weight capacity is 7,500 vs. 5,000 lb, and overall they are just larger…

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Answer 10

The short legs of the Andersen Ultimate Connection 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #AM3200 are located closer to the tailgate per the included diagram from their installation instructions. This design helps to aid in providing the additional turning…

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Answer 11

Hey Wade, thanks for getting in touch. The Andersen Ultimate Hitch can be used with an offset gooseneck ball. This has been confirmed with Andersen.

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The head alone for the B&W Companion hitch #BWRVK3500 weighs about 70 pounds. Everything else weighs about 130 pounds. So the total weight of the hitch is approximately 200 pounds.

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