Recommended 5th Wheel and Adapter for a 2020 Ram 2500

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I have a 2020 Ram 2500 mega cab and I own a 5th wheel camper. I have the factory holes already in the bed for the 5th wheel adapter. Can you let me know which one I need that would work with my truck setup? Thank you in advance

asked by: Josh C

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Expert Reply:

Josh, are you looking for a 5th wheel that fits in the pucks or an adapter for a 5th wheel that fits in the pucks? If you just need an adapter and have a 5th wheel, you can use the Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch # C29BR. This adapter is only needed if you need to use a Curt 5th wheel hitch for standard rails like the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16120.

If you're looking for a 5th wheel that already has those legs for the pucks, then you can use something like the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16530-16021 or the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # BWRVK3600.

If you are looking for something different feel free to drop a comment and I'd be happy to help!

expert reply by: Bryce D

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Jerred H.

11/3/2025

Hey Josh, how did things work out with the 5th wheel setup for your Ram 2500? Did the adapter or one of the hitches mentioned end up fitting your towing prep package the way you needed? Your update could make it easier for others setting up a similar truck and camper combo.

Josh C.

11/3/2025

@JerredH I haven’t actually needed it yet but I will be purchasing it in the near future. The trailer is just stationary at the moment

Jerred H.

11/6/2025

@JoshC Sounds good! I am going to go a little deeper with the recommendation though. The 2020 Ram 2500 mega cab has the shorter 6-1/2" bed. Typically with a shorter bed length we recommend a sliding hitch like the item # BWRVK3670, unless you have a rotating pin box. This is to ensure you have enough clearance to make tight turns without running into the back of your cab. If you do have a rotating pin box the B&W Companion item # BWRVK3600 would be the best option. You're going to want to go with a hitch that sits inside the puck system especially with those taller Rams. The item # C29BR adapter is going to add an extra 2" of height to the top of any 5th wheel hitch you attach to it. What kind of pin box does your 5th wheel trailer have?

Tony

3/15/2026

@JoshC I have a 2025 ram 2500 and got the B&W 20k sliding 5th wheel. We like it for our use. I will say it is only 2 pieces and is heavy if you plan on taking it out much. I believe the Curt equivalent is 3 piece so it is easier to remove.

Answer 1

Thanks for the picture and information Charles! The Gen-Y Hitch Nomad item #GY37ND and item #GY72SB will indeed replace the factory Rhino pin box on your Grand Design. The difference between the Gen-Y Hitch Nomad item #GY37ND and the Gen-Y Hitch…

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Answer 2

Hey Steve, congrats on the new truck. Since your 2026 Ram 3500 has the factory puck system, you'll want the PullRite SuperGlide 5th Wheel Hitch item #PUL28RR. The PullRite SuperGlide 5th Wheel Hitch item #PUL28RR has a 24,000 lbs capacity and…

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Answer 3

Mark, I hear you - those heavy manual sliders are a chore. The important thing to know is that the Gen-Y Nomad doesn’t add any turning clearance. It matches the geometry of a standard fixed pin box, so whatever cab clearance you have today without…

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Answer 4

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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Answer 5

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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Answer 6

Hey Matt, congrats on the new 5th wheel trailer. Do you know what pin box is on the Brinkley Z3100 you're buying? There's quite a few different bolt patterns and there's no database that shows me what pin box is on a trailer. The Gen-Y…

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Answer 7

Hello Nelson. I have included a dimensional drawing of the Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box #GY48GR below for your reference. Your best bet will be to compare this to the bed of your truck and see how everything lines up.

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Answer 8

Hey Donald, thanks for reaching out! The main difference between the Shocker Hitch #SHK47YR and Gen-Y #GY48GR 5th wheel to gooseneck pin boxes is that the Shocker Hitch uses an air bag while the Gen-Y uses rubber torsion arms to provide a smoother…

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Answer 9

Thanks for providing that information it really makes this simple. To find the right Gen-Y we need to calculate your tongue weight using the formula GVWR x 0.22 = TW. The Z2900 has a GVWR of 14,495 lbs so the TW is 3,189 lbs. Based on this…

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Answer 10

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 11

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 12

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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