Hitch Recommendation for a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 Towing a 7800 lb Trailer
Updated 09/04/2014 | Published 09/02/2014
Question:
I have a 2005 Dodge Ram 5.7L Hemi Quad Cab No factory hitch. I need to tow my new 2014 Coleman travel trailer. It weighs 7800# My Truck can tow up to 9200# Can you please advise me of the kind of hitch you would recommend? I am looking through your site and Im ready to buy . I just am not sure of which one.
asked by: Ted
Expert Reply:
The Curt Hitch part # 14361 that you referenced would be a great hitch for your 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. I checked with Curt and this hitch will fit your truck as long as it is not a 6 foot bed.
If you do have a 6 foot bed you could get the Draw Tite Hitch part # 75420 as this is a similar hitch that would work with a 6 foot bed.
Both hitches have enough capacity for your trailer.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class IV
- 1000 lbs TW
- 10000 lbs GTW
- 12000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 1200 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
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