Bilstein B8 5160 Remote Reservoir Shocks – 2-2.5 in Front Lift, 0-3 in Rear Lift – Ford F-250 Super Duty 2017-2025 2WD-4WD

Kit SKU: 25-311792_25-311808  |  Includes: 2 front shocks + 2 rear shocks

Built for control on and off road

Upgrade your F-250’s ride, handling, and heat management with Bilstein B8 5160 remote reservoir shocks. The 46 mm monotube design with velocity-sensitive digressive valving delivers firm, controlled damping on pavement and confidence on washboard, corrugations, and forest roads. The remote reservoirs add oil volume for cooler temps and fade-free performance during towing, hauling, or long off-road runs.

Quick highlights

• Lift range: Front fits trucks with a 2-2.5 in leveling kit – Rear fits 0-3 in lift blocks/add-a-leaf
• Remote reservoir: Increased oil capacity for better cooling and consistent damping
• Bilstein digressive valving: Responsive control over small bumps with stability at speed and under load
• Swivel banjo fitting: 360-degree hose orientation for a clean, low-profile install
• Zinc plated body: Corrosion resistant finish for US winters and coastal climates
• Direct-fit: No fab work required – tuned specifically for F-250 Super Duty

Will these fit my truck?

• Vehicle: Ford F-250 Super Duty 2017-2025, 2WD or 4WD
• Front requirement: Truck must already have a 2-2.5 in front leveling spring, spacer, or coilover lift
• Rear requirement: Compatible with stock rear height up to 3 in of rear lift
• Not a height adjuster: Shocks do not add lift by themselves – they are matched to the lift you already have

What’s in the box

• 2 x Bilstein B8 5160 front remote reservoir shocks – part 25-311792
• 2 x Bilstein B8 5160 rear remote reservoir shocks – part 25-311808
• Reservoir hoses and billet clamps for mounting
• Install guide and hardware as supplied by Bilstein

Specs

Front shocks – 25-311792

• Collapsed length: 13.17 in – 334.5 mm
• Extended length: 21.01 in – 533.7 mm
• Body: 46 mm monotube – smooth body – zinc plated
• Reservoir: Yes – remote, with 360-degree swivel banjo fitting
• Adjustable damping: No
• Billet reservoir clamp: Included
• Replacement mounting kit: B4-KT1-Z270A01 (if your factory brackets are missing or damaged)

Rear shocks – 25-311808

• Collapsed length: 18.50 in – 470.0 mm
• Extended length: 31.64 in – 803.7 mm
• Body: 46 mm monotube – smooth body – zinc plated
• Reservoir: Yes
• Adjustable damping: No
• Billet reservoir clamp: Included

Installation notes

• Typical install time: 2-3 hours with hand tools and a drill for reservoir brackets if needed
• Route hoses away from heat, moving parts, and tire rub – mount reservoirs securely to frame
• Alignment required after any suspension height change – verify front end alignment after install
• Retorque fasteners after 100-200 km of driving

How to choose the correct height

• Front: Measure hub-to-fender before ordering. If your leveling kit lifts 2-2.5 in at the front, these are the correct front shocks. If you are stock height at the front, choose a stock-height 5160 or 5100 instead.
• Rear: If rear sits stock, choose 0 in lift setting. If you run 1-3 in rear blocks or add-a-leaf, these rears match that range.

Why Bilstein B8 5160 for F-250

• Fade-free damping when loaded or on long corrugated roads
• Better small-bump compliance vs twin-tube shocks, with superior body control
• Long service life and consistent performance thanks to monotube design

Customer FAQs

Do these shocks lift my truck? No. They are length- and valving-matched to trucks already leveled 2-2.5 in in front and 0-3 in in the rear.

Gas or diesel fitment? These part numbers are tuned for the F-250 Super Duty platform. Valving is application-specific for the truck, not the engine, and works for 2WD and 4WD.

Do I need new coils or blocks? Only if you are changing ride height. These shocks pair with your existing lift components.