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This fits: 2011-2018 Ram 1500 Excluding factory receiver
Whatever the next item is on your to-do list -- whether it's arriving at the jobsite before dawn or getting your travel trailer set up in time to see the sunset -- CURT class 4 trailer hitches offer greater towing power to let you Bring It. These custom receiver hitches are built to tackle bigger jobs and bolder adventures, all while giving you a custom fit for your vehicle. Class 4 hitches are available for a variety of makes and models, from pickup trucks and SUVs to full-size and commercial vans. This particular class 4 hitch fits certain years of the Ram 1500 and Dodge Ram 1500 (to verify vehicle compatibility, see application info). It provides a weight carrying capacity of 10,000 lbs. GTW and 1,000 lbs. TW. It can also accept a weight distributing hitch, offering a maximum WD capacity of 12,000 lbs. and a WDTW of 1,200 lbs. CURT class 4 tow hitches are as much suited for work as they are for play. With their high load capacities, they are typically used for towing larger trailers, including everything from a double-axle utility trailer or livestock trailer to a full-length camper or large boat trailer (NOTE: Never exceed the lowest weight capacity of any towing component). All CURT class 4 receiver hitches come with a 2" receiver tube opening and all the necessary hardware for a complete installation. From light-duty to heavy-duty, every CURT custom hitch is engineered to be vehicle-specific, using actual vehicles to create the optimal design. We then combine high-strength steel, precise welding and a co-cured finish of liquid A-coat and durable black powder coat to provide you with a hitch you can depend on. To prove it, we test all our hitches in accordance with SAE J684 for safety.
Trailer hitch weight ratings are limited to vehicle manufacturer's stated capacities
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2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 Ram 1500 Excluding factory receiver Class 4 Trailer Hitch, 2" Receiver, Select Dodge, Ram 1500
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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 - 2018 | Ram 1500 | Excluding factory receiver |
The 2011-2018 Ram 1500 Excluding factory receiver CURT Class 4 Trailer Hitch, 2" Receiver + 2" Ball + 1-7/8" Ball Kit (Part #CHD-14374-001) fits the following vehicles: 2011-2018 Ram 1500. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The 2011-2018 Ram 1500 Excluding factory receiver CURT Class 4 Trailer Hitch, 2" Receiver + 2" Ball + 1-7/8" Ball Kit (Part #CHD-14374-001) fits 2011-2018 Ram 1500 models. The 2018 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
Yes, the 2011-2018 Ram 1500 Excluding factory receiver CURT Class 4 Trailer Hitch, 2" Receiver + 2" Ball + 1-7/8" Ball Kit (Part #CHD-14374-001) is designed to fit the 2011-2018 Ram 1500.
The 2011-2018 Ram 1500 Excluding factory receiver CURT Class 4 Trailer Hitch, 2" Receiver + 2" Ball + 1-7/8" Ball Kit (Part #CHD-14374-001) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Part number 14374 is designed for Dodge Ram 1500 models without an OEM hitch. If your vehicle already has a factory-installed hitch, this product is not compatible. Verify your vehicle does not have an existing OEM hitch before purchasing.
The hitch weight is 60 lbs.
The manual lists gross load capacity specifications for both weight-carrying and weight-distribution modes, but the specific trailer weight and tongue weight values are not filled in on the provided documentation. Contact Curt Manufacturing technical support at 1-877-287-8634 for the complete capacity ratings. Regardless of the hitch capacity, you must not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity.
No. Part 14374 is designed only for Dodge Ram 1500 models without an OEM hitch.
No drilling is required. The hitch uses fishwire hardware to thread bolts through existing frame rail holes.
You will need: socket wrench, torque wrench, 6" socket extension, 3/4" socket, and 21mm socket. A torque wrench is essential because the installation requires precise torque specifications: 110 lb-ft for 1/2" hardware and 126 lb-ft for M14 hardware.
The kit includes: two .250 x 1.50 x 3.00" square hole spacers (CM-SP4), two .188 x 1.00 x 3.00" square hole spacers (CM-SP40), four 1/2-13 UNC grade 8 serrated flange nuts, four 1/2-13 UNC grade 8 carriage bolts (1-1/2" long), and two 1/2" x 30" fishwires.
Yes. Step 1 of the installation requires you to lower the spare tire for ease of installation. After the hitch is installed and torqued, you will raise the spare tire back into position in Step 8.
1. Lower the spare tire. 2. Remove the existing M14 bolts connecting the bumper beam to the frame rail on both driver and passenger sides; save these bolts. 3. Use the reverse fishwire technique to thread 1/2-13 x 1-1/2" carriage bolts and CM-SP40 spacers through the large round holes in the frame rails. 4. Use the fishwire technique to thread 1/2-13 x 1-1/2" carriage bolts and CM-SP4 spacers through the bumper beam ends and out the slot in front of the bumper beam. 5. Raise the hitch into position and loosely install 1/2-13 hex flange nuts on the carriage bolts. 6. Reinstall the M14 bolts removed in Step 2. 7. Torque 1/2" hardware to 110 lb-ft and M14 hardware to 126 lb-ft. 8. Raise the spare tire back into position.
The manual references both a standard fishwire technique and a reverse fishwire technique but does not provide detailed instructions for either method in the provided pages. The fishwire technique is used to thread carriage bolts and spacers through the bumper beam, while the reverse fishwire technique is used to thread bolts through the frame rail holes. For detailed guidance on these techniques, contact Curt Manufacturing technical support at 1-877-287-8634.
Yes. Step 2 requires you to remove the existing M14 bolts that connect the bumper beam to the frame rail on both the driver and passenger sides, and you must save these bolts. In Step 6, you reinstall these same bolts. Do not discard them.
Torque all 1/2" hardware (the carriage bolts and hex flange nuts) to 110 lb-ft.
Torque the M14 bolts (the factory bumper beam bolts) to 126 lb-ft.
Torque 1/2" hardware to 110 lb-ft and M14 hardware to 126 lb-ft.
No. In Step 5, you loosely install the 1/2-13 hex flange nuts on the carriage bolts. The fasteners are only fully tightened in Step 7, after the hitch is raised into position and the M14 bolts are reinstalled. This allows for proper alignment before final torquing.
You must not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. The hitch itself has gross load capacity ratings for both weight-carrying and weight-distribution modes, but the specific values are not provided in the available documentation. Contact Curt Manufacturing at 1-877-287-8634 for the complete specifications, and always defer to your Dodge Ram 1500's manufacturer towing limits.
Periodically check the receiver hitch to ensure that all fasteners are tight and that all structural components are sound. The manual does not specify a particular interval, so regular visual inspection before each towing use is recommended.
The manual lists estimated install times: 30 minutes for a professional installer and 60 minutes for a novice (DIY) installer.
Curt Manufacturing warrants the product to be free of defects in material and workmanship at the time of retail purchase by the original purchaser. If the product is found to be defective, Curt may repair or replace it at their option when returned prepaid with proof of purchase. The warranty is voided by alteration, misuse, or improper installation. Curt's liability is limited to repair or replacement and excludes incidental or consequential loss or damage.
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