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You made your vehicle and towing selection above; now, let's match you with the right fifth-wheel hitch!
Since you have a Ram short-bed truck, you probably already know that you have less cab-to-trailer clearance during tight turns—only 36 inches, compared to 40 inches for Ford and 43 inches for GM trucks. A shorter bed also means you have less turning angle than most, especially in campgrounds, fuel stations, and other tight spaces.
With those limiting factors in mind, we have three excellent hitch options that will work for your specific vehicle. We’ll start with the option that best addresses short-bed turning limitations, then show you two strong alternatives if you prefer a different style, weight, or price point.
1st Choice – OE Puck SuperGlide
Best for short bed turning with confidence, the #2315 OE Puck SuperGlide is hands-down, the best hitch on the market for short-bed Ram trucks. It automatically moves the trailer rearward as you turn, helping protect your cab when turning gets tight. The #2315 makes you feel like you're driving an 8ft. bed truck with full 90 degree turns!
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Specialized Mounting Post Handles are fully removable and install or detach without tools. A quick adjustment of the castle nuts ensures a snug fit, and with a simple turn, they lock securely into place. Remove the Mounting Posts, and the overall lifting weight is reduced as well. |
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Most other OE puck-style hitches on the market have fixed mounting feet, so the hitch cannot sit flat while you’re moving it into position. Instead, you have to support the weight of the hitch while lifting it straight over the holes and aligning all four mounting points at the same time. If the hitch is even slightly off angle, the posts can bind in the mounting points. PullRite’s fully removable Mounting Posts eliminate that difficulty. With the posts removed, the hitch has a flat bottom, allowing you to set it down without damaging the hitch or the truck bed. From there, you can easily slide the hitch into place over the holes for a quick installation. |
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Our unique hitch plate moves side to side and front to back during towing for a smoother ride, while also making hookup on uneven ground easier. Precision laser-cut jaw components rotate around the rearward portion of the trailer’s king pin 140°, creating a tight-fitting 320° connection. We’ve made it easy to know when you’re properly connected—our specialized handle’s locking wedge clearly shows when it is locked in place.There are no secondary locking devices or latches to engage; it’s all automatic. The extended handle length also helps keep you clean and out of the bed. |
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If you're not familiar with SuperGlide and would like to see how truly amazing this hitch is, watch this short video (00:23).
We also have some great social media influencers and friends who love their SuperGlides. Here is one from our friends at IronIreneTravels, who put together a great video showcasing their real-life experience towing with a PullRite SuperGlide in their new Ram short-bed truck. Here are a few excerpts from that video:
(For the best view of the following hitch comparison tables, rotate your phone to landscape mode.)
OE SuperGlide #231524K Tow Rating (lbs.) |
| Full 90º turning |
| 18" of automatic slide |
| Best option for short bed Ram trucks |
| Totally removable, modular OE Mounting Posts for ease of installation |
| Lifting weight reduced w/ hitch plate & Mounting Posts removed |
| Features our dual-articulating, automatically locking & latching hitch head |
| Extended handle keeps you out of the bed |
| No secondary locking devices to engage |
| Requires use of a Capture Plate, sold separately |
| #4424 Horse Trailer Adapter available |
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2nd Choice – OEX SuperLite
An excellent alternative to the OE SuperGlide, OEX is the lightest 25K fixed-position hitch on the market and offers the most rearward offset—though with a reduced turning radius.
Unlike the OE SuperGlide, OEX does not move automatically to create additional cab clearance. What it does provide, however, is a unique coupler design that gives you some of the extra clearance needed when towing with a short-bed Ram.
How did we do it? We turned your trailer’s king pin into a gooseneck ball with a King Pin Adapter. Installed directly onto your trailer’s king pin, this unique feature not only makes hookup as easy as “aim and drop,” but can also increase your clearance by up to 7-1/2 inches.
Watch PullRite's, Nick Moreland, explain how OEX hitches work and how that additional clearance is gained:
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Easiest Hookup...Full View Coupling OEX SuperLite gives you a full view of the coupling process right from the cab of your truck. Just position the ball anywhere within the funnel’s diameter from virtually any angle, and you’re set. There’s no need to keep jumping in and out of the cab to line up properly like you would with a traditional hitch plate.
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OEX SuperLite’s ball-and-funnel coupler system makes it nearly impossible to drop your trailer. Once the ball is “dropped” into the funnel, simply reach in with the SuperLite Remote Latch Handle, then pull and turn it to lock the ball in place. That’s it. No climbing into the bed and getting dirty. No more wondering whether the connection is secure. It’s the easiest hookup on the market, hands down. |
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Just like the OE SuperGlide, all other PullRite OE puck hitches feature our OE Mounting Post Handles. They are completely removable and require no tools to install or remove in just a few simple steps. |
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Most other OE puck-style hitches on the market have fixed mounting feet, so the hitch cannot sit flat while you’re moving it into position. Instead, you have to support the weight of the hitch while lifting it straight over the holes and aligning all four mounting points at the same time. If the hitch is even slightly off angle, the posts can bind in the mounting points. PullRite's totally removable Mounting Posts have eliminated that difficulty. When the posts are removed, you have a flat bottom to set your lightweight OEX hitch down without damaging the hitch or truck bed. You can see here how easy it is to slide OEX into place over the holes for a quick install. |
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Better Turning Angles for Ram OEX SuperLite uses a ball-and-coupler design and offers the most rearward offset. In its forward position, you still get 4 inches of offset, but when the SuperLite King Pin Adapter is installed in the rearward position, you gain another 3-1/2", giving you a full 7-1/2 inches of rearward cab clearance. Every little bit helps when you want the most turning room in a short-bed Ram. OEX gives you more turning clearance than similar hitches on the market, but the tradeoff is that you give up the automatic turning provided by a SuperGlide hitch. |
What You Can Expect
OEX is a strong choice, but it can't match SuperGlide’s short-bed turning radius.
With SuperGlide, you don’t have to think about turning—you just get in and drive. With OEX, or any other hitch in a Ram, you’ll need to be much more mindful when turning. Extreme turns, tight spaces, and backing into busy campgrounds or gas stations will require thought and careful maneuvering.
OEX vs. SuperGlide
Before deciding on OEX for short-bed towing, take a few minutes to watch the video below. Our friends and popular RV YouTubers, IronIreneTravels, stopped by our facility to put OEX and SuperGlide head-to-head in a short-bed Ram OE puck truck and share their honest, real-world experience. This comparison highlights important limitations that short-bed owners should understand, especially when it comes to tight turns and cab clearance.
IronIreneTravels - OEX (30:41)
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| OEX SuperLite #4815 25K Tow Rating (lbs.) |
| Up to 60º turning |
| Easy install and removal |
| Coupler removable with NO TOOLS required |
| Best for 8' beds; Compatible with 6-1/2' beds with reduced turning angles |
| "Aim & Drop" funnel system |
| Lightweight, as low as 78 lbs. |
| Remote latch handle |
| Rearward offset (additional 7-1/2" cab clearance) |
| Vertical Height Adjustment from 16.75" - 19.25" |
| #4443 Gooseneck Adapter available |
3rd Choice – OEX Super 5th
While a reduced turning angle is common with both OEX options, the #4800 OEX Super 5th has a slightly smaller turning radius than its counterpart. As shown in the illustrations below, the difference is slight, but if you are more comfortable with a traditional fifth-wheel hookup style, the Super 5th version may be the better choice. This is also where all of PullRite’s Super 5th hitches shine.
First, let take a look at OEX Super 5th's turning angles:
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Decreased Turning Angles for Ram OEX Super 5th, without the added clearance offered by the SuperLite version above, provides up to a 56° turn when the hitch plate is installed in its rearward position. And while that is a reduction of about 4° in turning radius compared to the SuperLite version, it is still manageable for a skilled RVer when installed in the rearward position. |
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Dual Articulating Head Our unique hitch plate moves side-to-side and front-to-back during towing for a smoother ride, while also making hookup on uneven ground easier. Precision laser-cut jaw components rotate 140° around the rearward portion of the trailer’s king pin, creating a tight-fitting 320° connection. We’ve also made it easy to know when you’re properly connected—our specialized handle’s locking wedge clearly shows when it is locked in place. There are no secondary locking devices or latches to engage; it’s all automatic. The extended handle length also helps keep you clean and out of the bed. |
Now, if this traditional style of hookup appeals to you and you would like to learn more about this amazing hitch plate, we’ve put together an extensive comparison of the different hitch plates on the market and how they stack up against ours. Click below to see why we come out on top by clicking here.
OEX Super 5th #4800 |
| Up to 56º turning |
| Easy install and removal |
| Coupler removable with NO TOOLS required |
| Best for 8' beds; Compatible with 6-1/2' beds with reduced turning angles |
| Dual articulating, Automatically locking & latching hitch head |
| 2/3 the lifting weight of similar brands |
| Extended handle keeps you out of the bed |
| No secondary locking devices to engage |
| Rearward offset (additional 4" cab clearance) |
| Vertical Height Adjustment 16.25" - 18.75" |
| #4424 Horse Trailer Adapter available |
Still Not Sure?
Let’s compare. Use the quick comparison table below for a side-by-side look at the features. At a glance, you can decide what matters most to you, whether that’s turning confidence, coupling style, lifting weight, rearward offset, or overall value.
No matter which option you choose, you can feel confident knowing you’re well informed and that PullRite has the right hitch for you!
| #2315 OE SuperGlide | #4815 OEX SuperLite | #4800 OEX Super 5th | ||
| Direct Mount | X | X | X | |
| Truck Specific Design | X | X | X | |
| Most Economical | X | |||
| Lightest Lifting Weight | X | |||
| Easiest Hookup | X | |||
| Best Turning Radius | X | |||
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| Easiest Install & Removal | X | X | ||
| Heavy Weight Rating Available | X | X | X | |
| Best for Short Bed (6-1/2 ft.) | X |
Still need help deciding? Ask your local dealership or call our Customer Service Department 800-443-2307
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