Recommended Fifth Wheel Hitch For A 2017 Ram 3500 With Base Rails Already Installed

Updated 01/02/2024 | Published 12/31/2023

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Stromberg Carlson 4000 Series 5th Wheel Louvered Tailgate with Lock for GM Trucks

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B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs

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Question:

Recently bought a Ram 3500 6.5’ bed with 5th wheel rails already installed in the bed. Looking for a sliding hitch that will fit these rails. I think they’re universal but before I purchase just want to be sure. Thank you

asked by: David P

Expert Reply:

To check if your base rails are set to industry standards you'll just measure from the center of one rail to the center of the other. The industry standard spacing is 22". If yours match this measurement then you can use a fifth wheel hitch like the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3270. This hitch comes with a sliding base to allow for an additional 12" of travel to help you make it through tight turns without the trailer hitting cab of the truck.

expert reply by: Kevin C