Availability of Trailer Hitch for 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 DRW

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I have a 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 DRW with the factory hitch. It’s a 2 in hitch and I have never been able to get a answer on the hitch capacity and tongue weight rating so I would like to upgrade to either a 20k 2 1/2 in or minimum the 17k 2 in hitch. Do you have one that will fit my truck? Also does my existing hitch need to be cut off or does it bolt on. Thank you for the info. Brian

asked by: Brian H

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Hey Brian! Yes, we do have a hitch that will fit your truck. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C15809 bolts on and will sit underneath the existing factory hitch. You do not have to cut off the old hitch for installation. This is a Class V with a 2-1/2" receiver and a maximum GTW/TW of 20,000/2,700 lbs.

What do you tow most with your Ram 3500?

expert reply by: Robin H

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I T.

3/26/2026

thing is beeefy!

James P.

3/26/2026

I have the above mentioned hitch that I purchased from e-trailer. It is a perfect fit and no need to remove the factory hitch.

John M.

3/26/2026

I bought this to swap out the home fabricated one with 2” square because the way the p o fabricated it the spare tire wouldn’t fit. I installed this 2 1/2” and the tire fits and I have the added capacity to pull my equipment trailer. Took me longer to get the old one off (welded to stock hitch) than to install new one (about 30-40 min).

Aleric

3/27/2026

I have this hitch on my 2005 ram 3500 and it works great with the factory hitch in place. I haul a 34 foot box trailer from the bumper (I know it's ridiculous) that weighs about 12K loaded without any issue. No modifications to your existing pickup are needed. This kit bolts directly to the frame rails and as said, it hangs nicely below the factory hitch giving you both options for hitches.

Brian H.

4/4/2026

I pull different trailers. I have a toy hauler that has a young weight of 1100 lbs and a 26 ft enclosed trailer that weighs 12 k lbs when loaded with a pin weight of 1400 lbs

Robin H.

4/4/2026

@BrianH with tongue weights in that 1,100–1,400 lb range, the Curt # C15809 will handle both trailers comfortably and give you a nice safety margin. That upgrade will be a big improvement over the factory hitch, especially with that enclosed trailer loaded up. If you need anything else don't hesitate to reach out!

Brian

7/22/2026

@RobinH I just wish it didn’t sit so low. My truck is a 2wd I would like to find a hitch that would sit at the same height as the factory hitch

Answer 1

From the underside of the frame to the top of the crossbar tube would be 5.13 inches, and from the underside of the truck frame to the lowest point on the hitch, which is the bottom of the side plates, is 9.83 inches. You can see these dimensions on…

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Answer 2

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C15809 that you referenced will work on your 2012 Dodge Ram 2500 Mega Cab. Cab and chassis model trucks come from the factory without truck beds on them at all. Typically trucks are bought like this so a flat-bed or…

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Answer 3

I had our warehouse measure the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C15703 you were looking at, and has an overall width of 40-5/8", overall length of 29". The distance between the vertical mounting holes is 14-1/2" center to center, and the…

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Answer 4

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 5

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 6

The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 7

Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

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Answer 8

Hey Tim welcome back! Your ARH15AACBL2 GE AC unit has the old 410a refrigerant in it so the GE Appliances item #GE64FR you were looking at isn't going to work as a replacement. The EPA mandated R32 refrigerant has been used in all new AC's…

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Answer 9

Hey Adrian! The higher capacity for the B&W #BW47BR and Curt #C77MJ comes from the construction. The B&W hitch weighs 45 lbs and then the Curt and Trailer Mate #TMT54FR both weigh 32 lbs. The Trailer Mate does sit just a tad higher compared…

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Answer 10

Though the Curt # C13409 and Draw-Tite #76271 are nearly identical to each other, there are a few subtle differences. First being where they sit once installed. The will both have the exact same height of 14-1/2 inches, but the Draw-Tite #76271 will…

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Answer 11

Hey Aaron, great question! The Trailer Mate Trailer Hitch Receiver #TMT67FR is definitely a budget friendly option for a hitch on your 2026 Highlander. This is basically the economy line from Curt. The welds are a little different (but will still do…

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Answer 12

Hey David, thanks for reaching out. Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C82RJ will indeed fit the 2027 Kia Telluride. This hitch is still in the pre-order phase, but it is being going to fit both the 2026 and 2027 Telluride. Right now, we are…

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