Looking For 42" Hitch Extender For 3" Hitch
Updated 10/22/2025 | Published 04/06/2025
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Question:
Looking for a 42” X 3” hitch extender for my 2015 Ram 3500 8’ bed. Which one do I need?
asked by: Matt
Expert Reply:
Hello Matt, thanks for reaching out. We do have a 42" long extension for a 3" hitch, the TorkLift Cannon Hitch Extension # TLE1642.
Are you sure your Ram truck has a 3" hitch receiver? I ask because as far as I am aware, new Fords would be the only trucks with a 3" hitch. Please measure the inside of your hitch receiver and double check.
If you do have a smaller hitch, the Titan Hitch Box Extension # RP45018 is a 48" extender that fits a 2-1/2" hitch.
If you receiver is a 2", there is not a 42" extension available. You would have to swap out your hitch for a TorkLift hitch like part # TLD1103-30. Then you could use the 42" extension part # TLE1542 along with the # TLM9006 reducer.
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TorkLift Cannon Hitch Extension - 3" Ford Super Duty Factory Hitch - 42" Long
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Extender
- Trailers
- 42 Inch Extension
- Fits 3 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs
- TorkLift
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Jesse M.
10/22/2025
Hey Matt, were you able to confirm the size of your Ram’s hitch receiver? Knowing which one you have will make sure the right extension fits safely. Your update could make it easier for others trying to match a long extension to their truck.