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RAM® No-Drill™ Ball Mount for '12-26 Ram 2500 + More

Part#: RAM-VB-178A-DB2
UPC: 793442022333

Compatibility

Ram

1500 (2012-2018) 2500 (2012-2026) 3500 (2012-2026) 4500 (2012-2026) 5500 (2012-2026) 1500 Classic (2019-2024) 3500 Tradesman (2017-2018) Chassis Cab (2012-2025)

Kit Components

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Overview

The RAM® No-Drill™ Ball Mount for '12-26 RAM 2500-5500 + More (RAM-VB-178A-DB2) installs quickly and easily into the specified vehicles using the existing hardware of the passenger side seat rails. This configuration provides a telescoping feature with upper and lower poles that allow you to set your mount to the desired height with the simple turn of a knob. The 3-part ball and socket system attached to the pole is compatible with a variety of device holders, while RAM® rubber ball and socket technology provides additional adjustability as well as shock and vibration isolation.

Features

  • Custom vehicle mount designed specifically for 2012-2026 Ram 2500-5500 trucks
  • Requires no drilling into the vehicle and installs on the passenger side using the existing seat bolts
  • Ball and socket mounting system offers shock and vibration damping
  • Compatible with any RAM® holders or GDS® docks with a 4 hole AMPS pattern
  • Backed by a lifetime warranty

hardware included:

Assembly Hardware
(2) M8-1.25 x 60mm Hex Bolts
(2) 3/4" Stand-Offs
(2) 5/16" Flat Washers

socket to socket length:

8"

hole pattern:

Seat Bolt Distance: 13.25" center to center

plate size:

2.5" Diameter

ball size:

C Size (1.5")

weight capacity:

Standard Use: 4 lbs
Heavy-Duty Use: 3 lbs

materials:

Powder coated steel
Marine grade-aluminum

packaging type:

Box

Weight:

12.03 lb

Additional Information:

This kit is intended to support tablets and not laptops. Low profile design limits intrusion on passenger side leg space. Base will not interfere with levers or factory installed console or 4WD lever. Base designed to accommodate trucks with power take-off (PTO.)

Return Policy:

All products purchased from RAM® can be returned within 30 days with no restocking fee (return shipping not provided). See full return policy here.

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Size Guide

Ball sizes
  • A Size 0.56" ball
  • B Size 1" ball
  • C Size — this product 1.5" ball
  • D Size 2.25" ball
  • E Size 3.38" ball

Every RAM® mount is built around a rubber ball and socket system. The ball size sets how much weight the mount can carry. Match it to your device for smooth adjustment with a rock-solid hold.

RAM Mounts ball size specifications and typical uses
Size Ball Diameter Max Load* Best For
A0.56" (14.3 mm)0.5 lbAction cameras and other ultra-light devices
B1" (25.4 mm)2 lbsPhones, GPS units, and small tablets — the most common size
C — this product1.5" (38.1 mm)4 lbsLarge tablets, fish finders, and rougher rides
D2.25" (57.2 mm)6 lbsRugged tablets, laptops, and heavy equipment
E3.38" (85.9 mm)15 lbsLarge displays and demanding aviation or industrial use

*Approximate capacity for a standard ball with a mid-length arm. Shorter arms and steel-reinforced posts increase real-world capacity.

Reading part numbers

The letter after RAM tells you the ball size: RAM-B-166 uses a 1" B ball, while RAM-D-201 uses a 2.25" D ball. C size parts are the exception and carry no letter, so RAM-201U is a C size arm.

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