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The B&W GNXA2062 is the only true turn-over ball on this list designed specifically for Ram’s factory puck system. When towing is done, the ball flips into the receiver housing, leaving the bed completely level. The handle locks horizontally to prevent accidental unlatching, and all components are either plated or stainless steel, which matters when you park a Ram in road-salt states.

Chain anchors accommodate commercially available safety chain hooks without modification. The ball height sits tall enough to clear most gooseneck trailer necks, and the trigger handle mechanism eliminates the need for grease during removal — a feature that keeps your truck bed liner clean. Owners report towing 20,000 lb loads with no perceivable play in the puck interface.

Reviewers note that after a year of use, the pivot screw on the unlock handle can loosen; a thread-locker or a quick bolt replacement solves it permanently. The included carry case keeps the ball and chain anchors clean when stored, though the case itself is not crash-rated for loose cargo.

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The Curt 61052 uses a folding-ball mechanism that eliminates the need to remove and store the ball between tows. When stowed, the chrome-plated 2-5/16” ball folds flush with the bed plate, leaving zero obstruction. A T-handle and spring-loaded pivot pin make deployment one-handed, and the permanently attached ball cannot be loosened or stolen.

This is an underbed rail-mount system, not a puck-system hitch. Installation requires drilling into the truck bed and mounting rails underneath — roughly a five-hour job on a typical long-bed pickup. The rails carry a 38-lb hitch assembly that feels substantial but requires a helper during mounting. The spring-loaded safety chain loops meet industry hook standards.

Owners pulling 23,000 lb horse trailers report the folding ball stays rigid with no wobble. The main advantage over a B&W turnover ball is the lack of grease needed — the Curt ball pivots on a mechanical hinge rather than flipping over a greased socket. One caveat: the stowed ball sits slightly above the bed surface, so full flat-bed hauling is compromised compared to a removable puck ball.

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The Lrichy 60618 is a dedicated puck-system kit for 2013-2026 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks, rated at 38,000 lb GTW. The ball is forged and chrome-plated, the safety chain anchors are cast steel with a black powder coat, and the included heavy-duty plastic storage case keeps everything bundled in a truck toolbox footprint. The rubber hole cover prevents debris from entering the empty puck when the ball is removed.

Installation is drop-in: align the shank into the four puck holes, insert the locking pins, and secure the retention balls. No drilling, no bed modification. The chrome finish on the ball provides a smooth interface with the trailer coupler and resists the surface rust common on powder-coated budget hitches after a single wet season.

Customer feedback highlights the confidence factor — the ball locks tight with zero lateral movement. The kit also includes two safety chain anchors that fit most standard hook sizes. The warranty coverage spans two to three years depending on the production batch, which is unusual for this price tier.

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The Lrichy 60692 mirrors the build quality of the 60618 but is machined for Ford F-250/F-350/F-450 (2013-2026), Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500 HD (2016-2026), GMC Sierra 2500/3500 HD (2016-2026), and Nissan Titan XD (2016-2026) puck systems. The 38,000 lb GTW rating exceeds what most half-ton trucks need, but for heavy-duty Super Duty and HD trucks, this margin provides real safety overhead.

The forged and chrome-plated ball uses the same manufacturing process as the Ram version, and the cast steel anchors feature a durable carbide black powder coat. The rubber hole cover seals the bed hole when the hitch is stored, and the heavy-duty plastic case fits under a tonneau cover or inside a cross-bed toolbox.

Users confirm the fitment is tight on 2025 model-year trucks, suggesting the machining holds close tolerances across production runs. The 38,000 lb rating is backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty. For mixed-fleet owners who switch between a Ford and a GM truck, buying one 60692 kit per truck eliminates the need for shims or adapter plates.

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Curt’s 60629 is a no-frills puck-system ball for Chevy and GMC trucks that use the factory GM tow package. The installation uses a 1/4-turn latch locking system with retention balls that hold the shank securely in the receiver. No tools are needed beyond aligning the ball and rotating the latch to lock.

The ball is polished alloy steel in a gloss finish — not chrome-plated, which means it is slightly more prone to surface oxidation if the truck sees regular moisture. The shank fitment is engineered to OEM tolerances, so it will not rattle in the puck if the receiving holes are within factory spec. Curt backs this model with a limited lifetime warranty and a one-year finish warranty.

Owners report flawless fitment on 2020 Chevrolet 2500 High Country trucks and older 3500 HD models. The 30,000 lb GTW rating handles heavy flatbeds and equipment trailers without noticeable flex. Compared to budget puck kits, the Curt 60629 uses thicker gauge steel in the ball shank, which reduces the chance of elongation under repeated high-load cycles.

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The ECOTRIC kit is a complete underbed rail system for 1999-2016 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty pickups. It includes the flip-over ball, spring-loaded safety chain loops, and all mounting hardware. The 2-5/16” chrome-plated ball is rated for 30,000 lb GTW and 7,500 lb vertical load, with weight-distributing capability up to the same 30,000 lb margin.

Installation requires cutting an access hole in the bed floor, unlike puck-system kits. Owners report that raising the bed a few inches by loosening the cab bolts simplifies the install and avoids notching the bed crossmember. The black powder-coated steel rails resist weather, and the chrome-plated ball keeps the coupler interface smooth.

The kit weighs 37 kg (roughly 82 lbs) as a complete assembly — expect a two-person install with a helper to hold the rails in place while you torque the U-bolts. Once installed, the flip-over ball stores flush with the bed floor, allowing full use of the bed for cargo. The instructions are minimal, but mechanically inclined owners report a 3-5 hour install.

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The B&W GNXA4085 is a 3/4-inch steel plate extender that moves the gooseneck ball pivot point rearward by four inches. This accessory is designed to work exclusively with B&W’s Turnoverball gooseneck hitch. For short-bed trucks (typically 6.5-foot beds), the extra four inches of clearance prevents the trailer neck from contacting the cab during tight turns.

The extender is rated at 20,000 lb GTW and 5,000 lb vertical load — a reduction from the base Turnoverball’s capacity, but still adequate for most gooseneck horse trailers and equipment trailers. The powder-coated finish holds up to weather, though the 18-pound weight is noticeable when handling the extender during installation and removal.

Owners of Ram 3500 and Ford F-250 short beds report that the extender allows 90-degree turning angles on flat ground without cab contact. The extender is removable, so you can revert to the standard ball position when towing with a long-bed truck. Made in America with a limited lifetime warranty.

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The PSAUTO adapter converts any fifth-wheel trailer into a gooseneck-coupled trailer within minutes, eliminating the need for a large fifth-wheel hitch that consumes truck bed space. The cushioned design incorporates a shock-dampening mechanism to reduce chucking and bucking that can occur when a fifth-wheel trailer is pulled from a gooseneck ball rather than a standard kingpin plate.

The height adjusts from 12 to 16 inches, allowing the adapter to match different fifth-wheel neck heights and truck bed depths. The rearward offset extends the ball position by 6-7 inches, providing additional tailgate clearance. Construction is all-alloy steel with a powder-coated finish and zinc-plated hardware to resist corrosion. The unit weighs enough that it requires two hands to lift into position.

Owners report that the anti-rattle pads are larger than ideal and can shift during coupling. The latch locking mechanism can be bumped out of position if a padlock is not installed. For trailers that see regular heavy use, some owners have replaced the supplied bolts with shorter, high-grade fasteners for a tighter fit.

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The Eaz-Lift 48501 is a 15-inch tall fifth-wheel-to-gooseneck adapter with a 30,000 lb GTW and 7,500 lb vertical load rating. It uses a locking coupler that attaches to a standard 2-5/16” gooseneck ball, converting a fifth-wheel trailer for gooseneck towing without replacing the fifth-wheel pin box. The adapter’s height is fixed, so it is best suited for trucks with a standard bed height and fifth-wheel trailers with typical neck clearance.

Installation requires drilling four holes into the fifth-wheel’s frame or pin box — about a one-hour job for an experienced DIYer using a 1.5-inch circular bit for access holes. The adapter includes all hardware and a wrench, but the supplied bolts may need replacement with shorter, grade-8 hardware depending on the trailer frame thickness. The spring-loaded coupler latches onto the ball automatically, though some users report the latch did not engage on the first try due to paint on the coupler face.

Owners towing 40-foot trailers over 550 miles report stable behavior with no detachments. The adapter does not include any cushioning mechanism, so fifth-wheel-equipped trailers may experience more chucking compared to cushioned adapters. The 15-inch height works well with 2014-2020 Dodge 3500 and similar heavy-duty trucks.