Demco 8550060 Autoslide 18K Fifth Wheel Hitch for Ram OEM Prep Package

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Description

Upgrade your Ram fifth wheel towing setup with the Demco 8550060 Autoslide Fifth Wheel Hitch. This brand new vehicle-specific sliding hitch is designed for Ram trucks equipped with the factory OEM puck/prep package and provides up to 14 inches of automatic travel to increase trailer-to-cab clearance during turns.

Product Details

  • Rated for 18,000 pounds gross trailer weight and 4,000 pounds gross pin weight, the Autoslide is engineered for short-bed towing applications where additional clearance is needed. Its rack-and-pinion sliding mechanism automatically moves the hitch rearward during turning maneuvers, eliminating the need to manually release and reposition a conventional slider.

Features

  • Genuine Demco 8550060 Autoslide fifth wheel hitch
  • Brand New
  • Designed for Ram factory OEM puck/prep systems
  • 18,000 lb gross trailer weight capacity
  • 4,000 lb gross pin weight capacity
  • Up to 14 inches of automatic slider travel
  • Automatic sliding action for increased cab-to-trailer clearance
  • Rack-and-pinion gear technology
  • Wrap-around jaw with locking bar for a smoother and more secure connection
  • 2-way pivoting hitch head
  • Three vertical height adjustment positions
  • Lower-profile design
  • Durable steel construction
  • Designed to be lighter for easier installation and removal
  • UMS mounting system leaves the truck bed clear when the hitch is removed
  • No drilling or cutting required for specified applications
  • Mounting hardware included
  • Made in the USA
  • Limited 5-year warranty

Specifications

  • Manufacturer Part Number: 8550060
  • Series: Autoslide
  • Product Type: Automatic Sliding Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch
  • Gross Trailer Weight Capacity: 18,000 lb
  • Gross Pin Weight Capacity: 4,000 lb
  • Maximum Slide Travel: 14 Inch
  • Mount Type: Sliding / Ram OEM Puck System
  • Pivot Type: 2-Way Pivot
  • Vertical Height Adjustment: 3 Positions
  • Material: Steel
  • Color / Finish: Black Painted
  • Vehicle Fitment: Vehicle Specific
  • Drilling Required: No
  • Cutting Required: No
  • Mounting Hardware Included: Yes
  • Lock Position: Handle
  • Estimated Installation Time: Approximately 2 Hours
  • Country of Manufacture: USA

What's Included

  • (1) Demco Autoslide 18K Fifth Wheel Hitch
  • Ram OEM prep-package mounting system
  • Required mounting hardware
  • Vehicle Compatibility
  • Designed for compatible Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks equipped with the factory fifth wheel puck/prep system.
  • Specified applications include:
  • 2013–2026 Ram 2500
  • 6.5 ft. bed
  • 8 ft. bed
  • Factory Puck/Prep System Required
  • 2014–2026 Ram 3500
  • 6.5 ft. bed
  • 8 ft. bed
  • Factory Puck/Prep System Required
  • Please verify your exact truck year, model, bed length, and factory towing preparation package before ordering.
  • Autoslide Operation
  • The Demco Autoslide is designed primarily for short-bed trucks where trailer-to-cab clearance can become limited during sharp turns.
  • As the truck and trailer turn, the hitch automatically moves rearward along its rack-and-pinion sliding mechanism, providing up to 14 inches of additional clearance. As the truck and trailer straighten, the hitch returns toward its normal towing position.
  • This eliminates the need to stop and manually reposition a traditional fifth wheel slider during normal operation.
  • Turning Clearance Notice
  • The Autoslide may allow turns approaching 90 degrees, but a full 90-degree turn is not guaranteed.
  • Actual turning clearance depends on factors including:
  • Trailer width
  • Square or rounded trailer front corners
  • Truck cab profile
  • King pin box position
  • Trailer pin box configuration
  • Hitch height and trailer setup
  • Demco recommends using an extended pin box where appropriate and always monitoring truck-to-trailer clearance during tight maneuvering.

Installation Notes

  • Designed for compatible Ram OEM puck/prep systems
  • No drilling or cutting required for specified applications
  • Verify adequate trailer-to-cab clearance before towing
  • Three height positions help level the truck and trailer combination
  • Follow Demco installation, adjustment, lubrication, and maintenance procedures
  • Never exceed the truck manufacturer's towing, payload, axle, or gross vehicle weight limits
  • Professional installation is recommended if you are unfamiliar with fifth wheel towing systems

Warranty

  • Limited 5-Year Warranty

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