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Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Truck - Gloss Finish
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Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Truck - Gloss Finish

Part Number: C16427-104
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Install your fifth-wheel trailer hitch in half the time with this vehicle-specific bracket kit. Requires no drilling and provides a custom fit for your vehicle. Includes everything you need for installation. 1-800-940-8924 to order CURT 5th wheel hitch rails part number C16427-104 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all CURT products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Truck - Gloss Finish. 5th Wheel Hitch Rails reviews from real customers.
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CURT 5th Wheel Hitch Rails - C16427-104

Highlights

  • Effortless installation: Custom fit requires no drilling, saving time and hassle.
  • Versatile compatibility: Fits Curt, Draw-Tite, Husky, Reese, and Valley hitches.
  • Gloss finish rails: Durable and stylish, suited for 2014-2024 Ram 2500 trucks.
  • Time-efficient design: Cuts installation time in half compared to universal kits.
  • No-drill mounting: Brackets mount to existing frame holes for secure fitment.
  • Comprehensive kit: Includes all necessary parts such as brackets, rails, and hardware.

Features to know about

Cut Installation Time in Half: No-Drill, Custom Bracket System

Installing a fifth-wheel hitch can be a daunting, time-intensive task, but with the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit, you’ll cut that time in half! Designed with custom brackets that mount directly to existing holes in your 2014-2024 Ram 2500 frame, there is no need to drill into your truck bed. This means a faster, hassle-free installation and more time enjoying your adventures.

Perfect Fit for Your Rig: Vehicle-Specific Design

One size does not fit all when it comes to reliable fifth-wheel towing. Thankfully, this installation kit offers a custom fit specifically tailored for Ram 2500 models from 2014 to 2024. The brackets and rails provide a precise alignment, ensuring your setup is secure and optimized for towing, whether you have a 6.5 ft or 8 ft bed without the OEM prep package.

Showcase Your Setup: Gloss Finish Rails

Why settle for ordinary when you can have style and function? The base rails in this kit are not just tough; they come in a sleek gloss finish that adds a touch of sophistication to your truck bed. While being durable and rugged enough for heavy-duty use, they also look great doing it.

Versatility You Can Rely On: Compatibility with Top Hitch Brands

Whether you’re loyal to Curt or prefer other trusted hitch brands like Reese, Draw-Tite, Husky, or Valley, this kit’s got you covered. Its rails are compatible with all these industry standard hitches, ensuring you can pair your preferred fifth-wheel hitch seamlessly with your setup.

Built for American Roads: Assembled in the USA

When it comes to towing across the diverse terrains of America, trust in something built on home soil. The Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit is proudly assembled in the USA, aligning with high standards of quality and reliability. Take pride in your rig knowing it’s equipped with products that are made with attention to detail and the rigors of American roads in mind.

Tackle Heavy Tows: Heavy Duty Construction

Worried about the durability? This installation kit is heavy duty, designed to withstand the demands of serious towing. Its robust construction provides peace of mind that it’ll securely hold your trailer on any journey, enabling you to focus on the adventures ahead with confidence.

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Installation Details C16427-104 Installation instructions


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4.3

43 reviews
Install your fifth-wheel trailer hitch in half the time with this vehicle-specific bracket kit. Requires no drilling and provides a custom fit for your vehicle. Includes everything you need for installation.

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Ordered late at night on Wednesday and it shipped same night. After 10pm. Package showed up Friday morning just like the website said it would. Everything there with clear instructions on paper and video on the website. Took a couple hours to install with no previous experience installing a hitch like this. 100% recommend this product and this seller.



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I've installed two Curtis 5th wheel hitches in two different trucks that I've owned I love the Curtis hitch it was easy to install on both trucks of Ford and a ram

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Ron

3/7/2025

Curtis has a fine product. Thanks. E trailer returning me on to it

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Jon G.

3/8/2025

@Ron I'll pass along your compliments to Curtis!


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Great setup but man is it tough to install on a short bed truck. The fuel tank is in the way and the installation video doesn’t really show how difficult the install is. On a one year old truck all the welded nuts on the frame are full of rust and required more than a nylon brush.



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It all fit good. It took a little longer to install the under the bed brackets. I had no access to a lift, so lots of crawling in and out. I'll finish the above deck work tomorrow but don't expect any difficulties. Instructions were good and concise. I would recommend this to anyone with basic mechanical abilities.



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Fit perfect. Easy install.



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Easy to install fit the truck perfect



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I paid for next day delivery and UPS shows they don't have the package and it isn't being delivered today. Why offer next day delivery and charge for it, if you can't do it.



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Very satisfied thaks



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After working around a few issues, install was complete in about 2 hours. Help was needed holding bolts in place from top side so nuts could be installed. Difficult area around fuel tank but only because of limited space and wiring harness that needed moved.



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Product is great. Installation was a little awkward. That is the reason for the four stars. Other then that I would recommend this to someone who is looking for a rail system.



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I have not installed it yet. but appears to be good.
The packaging is a little light for the weight, open box. some missing parts, (bolts and nuts). UPS has gotten busier, maybe a little harder on things.



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Part was not for my model as expected. Customer service never sent the paperwork for return and return shipping was not covered.



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Fast shipping. My order got here faster then expected. The product was incredible heavy duty and in great condition. Definitely doing business again



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Product is very heavy duty. Seems well made.



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5 stars fit perfect and video walked me threw all the way

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Eric T.

9/18/2015

Perfect an easy to install



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Packaging was the worst I have ever seen some bubble wrap and better packaging go along ways missing half my hardware do to the poor shipping quality not impressed, if I was knowing I would recieve only half of what ordered would have liked to pay half the price!

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Jenny N.

9/19/2022

I can understand why you would be unhappy with the way the order arrived. I will share this with our shipped department and I will have our customer service team reach out to you.



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etrailer is my go to place. Everything i ordered came in when they said it would. Have nothing but good things to say about etrailer. I would like to give a shout out to Ashley for answering all my questions and helping me out thank you Ashley!!!



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Exactly what I ordered in great shape. Shipping was painless and on time.



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Install kit reported as “Delivered” but the rails were not in the shipment, only the hardware.



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Very easy to install. Just triple check Measurements and you will be good.



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Got the merchandise in just a couple of days. They upgraded me to express shipping at no additional cost which I thought was pretty good. I have not installed it yet but if it fits as they promise I will be very pleased. So far I would highly recommend this company.



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Speedy service on time delivery
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parts first time



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No drilling in frame makes a lot easier.if I had to drill holes in frame it would have taken me two days.I like the rails.



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everything worked as it was suppose to .


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