Dodge Ram Trailer Hitch: Which Fits Your Truck?
By Armordillo® | Premium Truck & SUV Accessories – Armordillo4x4 | Published: 2026-10-23
Category: Buying Guides
Find the right 2-inch receiver trailer hitch for your Dodge Ram 1500. Learn the key fit rules, capacity limits, and model-year specifics so you get a secure towing setup.
Quick answer
For a 2019–2025 Dodge Ram 1500 with the factory Class 3 towing bumper, a 2-inch receiver trailer hitch like the Armordillo gloss black model is the direct fit choice.
Why the factory bumper matters
Many Ram 1500 trucks come with a factory Class 3 towing bumper that already integrates a receiver opening. The aftermarket hitch you choose must be compatible with that existing bumper design, not just the truck model and year. Using a hitch designed for a different bumper class can lead to misalignment or unsafe towing geometry.
Weight rating: what you can tow
A Class 3 hitch with a 2-inch receiver typically offers a 6,000 lb weight carrying capacity and 600 lb tongue weight rating. This is enough for medium-duty loads like utility trailers, boat trailers, and small campers. If your towing needs exceed that range, you would need to step up to a Class 4 or Class 5 hitch. Always verify your truck's gross combined weight rating (GCWR) as well.
Decision rules: is this hitch right for you?
- Model year check: This hitch fits 2019–2025 Dodge Ram 1500 models only. Older generations or the Ram 2500/3500 require a different part. Verify your truck's model year before purchasing.
- Factory bumper requirement: The hitch is designed exclusively for trucks that already have the factory Class 3 towing bumper. If your Ram 1500 has a different bumper (e.g., standard bumper without the receiver cutout), this hitch will not align properly. Check your truck's bumper label or build sheet to confirm it has the factory Class 3 towing bumper.
- Weight capacity match: With a 6,000 lb weight carrying capacity and 600 lb tongue weight, this hitch handles most recreational towing. Do not exceed these limits; for heavier loads (e.g., large boats or car haulers), you need a higher-rated hitch. Compare the hitch's ratings to the heaviest load you plan to tow.
Product at a glance
- ARMORDILLO® 2019-2025 Dodge Ram 1500 Trailer Hitch Tow Hitch 2-Inch Receiver -Gloss Black: Designed for 2019–2025 Ram 1500 models with factory Class 3 towing bumper only, built from high-quality steel with a gloss black finish. This ensures a bolt-on fit without adapters, and the finish resists corrosion while keeping a clean look under the bumper.
ARMORDILLO® 2019-2025 Dodge Ram 1500 Trailer Hitch Tow Hitch 2-Inch Receiver -Gloss Black
Who should buy this hitch?
Best for
- Ram 1500 owners with the factory Class 3 towing bumper (2019–2025) who need a straightforward, no-modification hitch for medium-duty towing.
- Budget-conscious buyers wanting a reliable, corrosion-resistant hitch at a competitive price.
Not for
- Ram 1500 trucks without the factory Class 3 towing bumper (check your equipment).
- Owners who need to tow above 6,000 lbs or require a higher tongue weight rating.
