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meleavingsoon
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Jun 28, 2017

What is the distance from back of cab to center of hitch?

Hello everyone, I wasn't really sure where to post this question...hope it reaches the proper audience :) I am looking at installing a 5th wheel hitch on a MDT cab and chassis truck. Currently I...
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goducks10
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Jun 28, 2017
Ram long bed 2500 56.5" to center from back of cab.
Why not just measure the width of your 5th wheel and add a couple inches to that? Most are either 8' 0r 8'6" wide. Add 2-3" and that would give you enough clearance for a 90* turn.

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