Best Air Bag Kit For 2026 Ram 3500 With In-Bed Hitch

Updated 06/14/2026 | Published 06/10/2026

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Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle

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Firestone Air Command Standard Duty Air Compressor - Smartphone App Only - Single Path

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Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle

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Question:

Looking at air bags for my truck, one says not compatible with in bed hitch, is that talking about a puck system or not talking about a puck system

asked by: Robert S

Expert Reply:

Hey Robert, thanks for reaching out, and good question. When an air bag kit states "not compatible with in-bed hitch" that refers to both factory puck systems and aftermarket 5th wheel or gooseneck hitches. Both use similar frame brackets and often go in the same place as the air bag brackets.

That said, we do offer kits for your 2026 Ram 3500 that will work just fine with an in-bed hitch. For that I recommend the following:

- Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle # F2615

These are 5,000 lb air bags, so they'll work great for supporting the rear of the truck for any bumper pull, gooseneck or 5th wheel setup. The brackets are made specifically to be compatible with the in-bed hitch brackets, so there won't be any interference there. Just keep in mind the # F2615 kit is for 4WD models. If your truck is 2WD you'll need part # F2616 instead. Also keep in mind these will not work on trucks that have the factory air suspension system.

I also recommend adding an onboard compressor so you can monitor and adjust the bags on the fly. The Firestone Air Command Standard Duty Air Compressor # F2610 is what I'd go with. You can do all your adjustments and diagnostics thru the Firestone app on your phone.

What kind of camper will you be hauling?

expert reply by: Jesse M

Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle
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Robert S.

6/11/2026

I am towing a 43 foot toy hauler and when I go across the cat scales I have approx 7201 lbs on the rear axle.

Jesse M.

6/11/2026

@RobertS Oh nice! That's a big boy camper. I'm sure that setup will benefit from air bags!

Jason A.

6/12/2026

I installed bags on a 2022 Ram 3500. Much better ride, tire wear, and not blinding people at night while towing 40 ft gooseneck camper. Easy to install

Jesse M.

6/12/2026

@JasonA Thanks for sharing that, Jason. Glad to hear the air bags made such a noticeable difference in ride quality and towing stability with your 40-foot gooseneck. Keeping the truck level and the headlights properly aimed is a huge benefit when hauling a heavy camper. It's great to hear the installation was straightforward as well.

Jeff

6/12/2026

It fit in my ‘18 ram dually with factory gooseneck

Justin W.

6/14/2026

This fit into my 25 ram 3500 with factory puck system. I use the puck system with B&W companion slider.