Will Fixed Reese M5 5th Wheel Hitch Fit 2018 Ram 3500 Short Bed With Factory Puck System
Question:
If I plan to use a sidewinder, which rotates at the trailer instead of the king pin, can I use a standard fifth wheel hitch? In other words, are the ram puck systems on the 8’ and 6’ beds the same? I’m worried if I buy a Reese M5 for example that it won’t work with the short bed pucks on my 2018 ram 3500 Thanks
asked by: Jake
Expert Reply:
That's a smart question and I can tell you that the answer is yes, the fixed Reese M5 5th wheel hitch will fit your 2018 Ram 3500 short bed with the factory puck system. Your '18 Ram has the same puck spacing for both the long and short bed versions so you can use either of the fixed M5 hitches:
- 20,000 lb Capacity: Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # RP30918
- 27,000 lb Capacity: Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # RP37FR
The M5 is a really smart choice for you because of its outstanding jaw system that fully grasps your 5th wheel trailer's king pin with complete contact, as well as its articulating head and shock absorption, all of which means the M5 is going to give you a more comfortable towing experience than lesser hitches.
I have added some links below to video reviews for you to check out as well if you'd like to take a look.
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Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Single Jaw - 27,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ram
- 6750 lbs Vertical Load
- 27000 lbs GTW
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 14 - 18 Inch Tall
- Reese
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Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Single Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ram
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 14 - 18 Inch Tall
- Reese
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