Country RAM Oxford – 2026 Ram 2500 or Ford Super Duty F-250: Which truck to choose for fifth-wheel towing around Glen Mills, PA?
Fifth-wheel towing brings unique demands—pin weight balance, driveline smoothness at low speed, and confidence when you need to maneuver in tight spaces. If you are mapping out 2026 Ram 2500 and 2026 Ford Super Duty F-250 builds for a fifth-wheel setup, you will find two strong paths with distinct advantages. The Ram approach centers on torque delivery and control. With the available High-Output 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6 paired to the TorqueFlite® HD eight-speed automatic, the powertrain emphasizes low noise and vibration, intuitive shift strategy, and confident takeoffs with heavy pin loads. The Ford counterpunch is robust, too, led by available Power Stroke® diesel options and the TorqShift® 10-speed automatic. Both can be equipped for gooseneck or fifth-wheel towing, but the Ram strategy layers on class-exclusive support systems that reduce effort and increase consistency day after day.
When you are lining up a hitch solo, the Ram’s available camera ecosystem is a force multiplier. The available 360° Surround View Camera, available 360° Trailer Surround View Camera, and available Digital Rearview Mirror with side camera integration help you verify angles, clearances, and blind spots from your seat. Add the available Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring to keep a digital eye on up to four trailers, and the backing process stops being a stress test. For suspension support, the Class-Exclusive available Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension helps maintain ride height and stability across varying tongue weights, smoothing out undulations on patched roads and campground access lanes. Ford’s trailering suite is strong and familiar, but it does not offer rear air suspension in this class.
The workday conveniences meaningfully affect fifth-wheel travel, too. Ram’s Class-Exclusive available RamBox® Cargo Management System solves for quick-access storage—wheel chocks, gloves, ratchet straps, and electrical adapters can live in lockable, drainable bins with LED lighting and available 115-volt power. In the bed, available LED lighting supports early hookups, and the available Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Package integrates structural hardware at the factory for a clean, stout mounting solution. For extended routes, the Largest-in-Class available 50-gallon fuel tank on Crew Cab models with the 8-foot bed buys you range and flexibility for stops. The F-250 brings useful features like onboard scales and a smart tailgate step, but Ram’s set of trailer-and-bed solutions is more comprehensive for many fifth-wheel users.
Inside, long-haul days feel shorter with Ram’s tech-forward layout. The Largest-in-Class available 14.5-inch Uconnect® 5 NAV touchscreen and available 12-inch Digital Cluster Display put your navigation, tow-specific pages, and real-time diagnostics in plain view, while the available 10.25-inch Front Passenger Interactive Display lets your co-pilot manage map zoom, camera feeds, or media. Ford’s SYNC® 4 system and available head-up display are clean and modern, but the Ram provides a broader toolset for tandem travel, especially when the passenger is your dedicated navigator. The available 900-watt Harman Kardon® Premium Audio with 17 speakers and Interior Active Noise Cancellation helps keep conversations clear and fatigue low as miles roll by.
If you are deciding strictly through the lens of fifth-wheel towing, a helpful way to frame the decision is to identify the support systems you will use on every trip. Many owners value the Ram’s available air suspension for its stabilizing effect and the camera-plus-display suite for the way it streamlines difficult angles. Others may prioritize Ford-specific tools and are comfortable without rear air assistance. Either way, the right answer emerges when you align the truck’s unique advantages with your actual routines.
- Camera coverage: Consider how many camera views you need when hitching and navigating campsites.
- Suspension assistance: Decide if rear air leveling is a must-have for your routes and loads.
- Bed and storage: Plan where you will keep towing essentials for easy access and security.
- Cabin tech: Choose the display and co-pilot tools that support long-haul navigation.
- Range planning: Match tank capacity to your preferred spacing between fuel stops.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can the 2026 Ram 2500 be factory-prepped for a fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch?
Yes. An available Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Package adds a factory-installed rear-axle structural crossmember with integrated mounting hardware for quick, clean installation.
Does rear air suspension really help with fifth-wheel towing?
The available Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension helps maintain ride height and composure across varying pin weights, which can improve stability, headlight aim, and overall comfort, especially on uneven approaches.
How does onboard power factor into life at the campsite?
With Best-in-Class available 2.4-kilowatt onboard power, Ram lets you plug in tools or accessories without a separate generator—handy for setup and teardown. Ford offers up to 2kW, which is useful, though not as strong.
When you are ready to compare the setups side by side, talk with our team at Country Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Oxford about real-world fifth-wheel builds and demo the camera, suspension, and display systems that matter most. We are serving Glen Mills, Bel Air, and Quarryville with professional guidance tailored to how you tow, so you can choose with confidence and hit the road with a setup that works as hard as you do.
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