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Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ S20 Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
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Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ S20 Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs

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Heavy-duty 5th-wheel trailer hitch has interlocking jaws, a torsion head, and a color-coded lock indicator for safety and security. Non-binding slider ensures proper clearance during slow turns. Rails and universal installation kit sold separately. 1-800-940-8924 to order CURT 5th wheel hitch part number C55DR or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all CURT products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ S20 Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs. 5th Wheel Hitch reviews from real customers.
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CURT 5th Wheel Hitch - C55DR

Highlights

  • Steady, Quiet Towing: Interlocking dual jaws wrap 360° around the king pin to cut rattle and chucking.
  • Smooth Turning in Tight Spots: Non-binding S20 slider adds 12" fore/aft travel for short-bed clearance.
  • Quick Hookup Check: Color-coded 3-point indicator shows if it’s ready to couple, tow, or uncouple.
  • Easy One-Person Removal: 1-pin head release and two-piece design simplify lifting and storage.
  • Built for Heavy Loads: Rated for 20,000 lbs GTW and 5,000 lbs vertical load with 17-1/2"–21-1/2" height range.

Features to know about

Built for Heavy 5th Wheel Loads: 20,000 lbs GTW and 5,000 lbs Vertical Load Limit

This hitch has the backbone to pull serious 5th wheels. It’s rated for 20,000 lbs gross towing weight and 5,000 lbs vertical load limit, so it’s built for large campers and toy haulers. The sturdy steel construction with a carbide powder coat finish stands up to long hauls and rough roads while keeping the connection solid mile after mile.

Smooth, Secure Connection: Interlocking Dual Jaws with 360-Degree King Pin Contact

The interlocking two-piece jaw wraps fully around the king pin for a firm hold that cuts out the rattles and jerks common with slide-bar designs. That 360-degree contact gives a smoother ride and more security on the road. It also makes hookup easier since the head self-aligns as you back in, keeping things steady and predictable when you’re hitching up solo.

Close-up view of Curt A20 fifth-wheel hitch showing interlocking two-piece jaws securely gripping a king pin for reduced rattle and enhanced towing stability.

Know Exactly When You’re Ready to Tow: Color-Coded Lock Indicator and Self-Resetting Handle

With the 3-point color indicator, you can tell at a glance if you’re ready to uncouple, couple, or tow—red means uncoupled, yellow means ready to couple, and green means locked for towing. Both the handle and hitch show the color coding so you don’t have to climb in the bed to check it. When you unhook, the handle resets itself into the ready-to-couple position so it’s set next time you hitch up.

Close-up image of Curt A20 fifth-wheel hitch color-coded indicator system showing red, yellow, and green positions for uncoupled, coupled, and towing states.

Clearance When You Need It: Non-Binding S20 Slider with 12" Travel

For tight turns at slow speeds, the integrated S20 slider moves the hitch 12" toward the tailgate to give your trailer extra clearance from the cab. It latches automatically in both directions so you only need to get out once. The slider rolls smoothly without binding and uses an easy lift-style lever that’s comfortable to reach over the side of the bed when switching between positions.

Quick Bed Access When You’re Done Towing: One-Pin Head Removal and Built-In Lube Points

When it’s time to free up your bed space, just pull one pin to lift off the head—no tools required. Built-in zerk fittings make lubrication simple so everything moves easily when coupling or sliding. The included plastic lube plate helps the king pin glide smoothly into place for fast, clean hookups every trip.

Specs

Weight and Capacity

  • Gross towing weight: 20,000 lbs
  • Vertical load limit: 5,000 lbs

Dimensions

  • Slider travel: 12" front to back
  • Hitch height: 17-1/2" - 21-1/2"

Warranty

  • Limited lifetime warranty

16531 Curt A20 Fifth-Wheel Trailer Hitch with S20 Slider

16540 Curt A20 Fifth-Wheel-Trailer Hitch Head Unit

16564 Curt S20 Fifth-Wheel Slider - 20,000 lbs

Installation Details C55DR Installation instructions



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Heavy-duty 5th-wheel trailer hitch has interlocking jaws, a torsion head, and a color-coded lock indicator for safety and security. Non-binding slider ensures proper clearance during slow turns. Rails and universal installation kit sold separately.

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Awesome works great for standard bed



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Everything went very well and it is installed with no issues. Plan on taking the camper out this weekend.



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What a mess, the item listed is for two boxes listed under one tracking number. Still waiting on second box which they say has a problem. First box was open and in shambles. The rubber handle is torn and I have tried to upload picture but computer is being difficult.



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Gary

4/29/2025

The fifth wheel has been amazing and doing a fantastic job! Top class product

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Nick S.

5/9/2025

@Gary Great to hear Gary! Do you tow often with it?


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Representative very helpful with the order to make sure I was getting the right part of my truck. Order package well and ship on time and receive in the 3 day delivery window.
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Don't really know how this works since the base was lost in shipment and I had to send the head back because I actually needed something that I could hook the fifth wheel to. Ended up spending quite a bit more money to resolve the matter out of town with no options.



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Installation went smoothly, havn't hooked up to trailer yet but everything seems to work smoothly. Hitch delivery was a day early.



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It is working as expected and as design ed



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Not installed yet service excellent thanks for your help



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Beefier than I needed but now I have room to grow!



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I'll post back after a 2000 mile haul with the 40 RV. Looks good so far...
Have a great day everyone!



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Amazing product fit perfect with no issues whats so ever being that this kit is for a none fifth wheel truck option and was able to easily install with no problems, We have owned it over a year and still looks new and works perfect we tow a 44 feet RV very often with no issue and really recommend this product hands down !!!!!



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Arrived fast works well



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The hitch has worked very well. It is very sturdy, and I have had no problems. I would recommend this to someone with a short bed for the ability to slide the hitch.



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First, the is a very heavy duty hitch. I watch the etrailer videos and the installation was simple. No issues at all. Second, I order from Matt who was very helpful an knowledgeable on the product. He said it would be delivered in two days. I laughed but low and be hold it was delivered in two days and the packing was incredible. I Thank you Matt for all you assistance.



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Easy to install and works perfectly!

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Matt

7/9/2026

One year and zero issues after many trips pulling our 43ft toy hauler.



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This was an easy install. Very heavy and ready to pull my trailer!

An excellent experience with etrailer.com

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Gwendolyn Y.

4/17/2025

The New hitch looks great in your truck, Frank! Have you taken it out for a spin yet?

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Frank P.

4/17/2025

@GwendolynY Yup. Picked up my new 5th wheel today and towed it home. Very smooth.
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Gwendolyn Y.

4/18/2025

@FrankP Congrats on the new camper! Do you have a trip planned yet?
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Frankp

4/18/2025

@GwendolynY yes several this year. Looking forward to them.


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Cammi, my customer support person was awesome. I told her what I needed and she recommended to perfect hitch. I was impressed with her knowledge of their products and how fast it was delivered. Installation was simple as long as you follow the very well written directions.

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Brooke M.

2/5/2025

Cammi is going to love to see this review, Scott. Thanks for taking the time to write it! Ill be sure she gets to see it, and Im so happy to hear installation went off without a hitch! ;) Please let either me of Cammi know if we can help you out with anything else!

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Scott

2/2/2026

My hitch is working great still. Easy to use no issues.



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I previously owned the Curt A16. We needed a larger tow capacity so we purchased the A20 and decided to buy the S20 slider base as well. Too many sharp turning issues with our 6’8” Chevy standard bed HD3500 during maneuvering. The S20 slider should eliminate this issue. Also I love the design of both the A20 and S20.

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Harvey

4/8/2026

This was a great purchase and it’s made backing into tight camping spots so much easier. 100 satisfied with this hitch and slider system!


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