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Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Chevy/GMC - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
Part Number: C36WV
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$904.01
2012 Dodge Avenger
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CURT 5th Wheel Hitch - C36WV
Highlights
- Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
- Strength You Can Trust: Rated for 16,000 lbs GTW and 4,000 lbs vertical load for heavy fifth wheels.
- Smooth, Quiet Towing: Interlocking 2-jaw system and torsion head limit rattle and road shock.
- Know You're Hooked Up at a Glance: 3-point color indicator shows when it’s ready to couple, tow, or uncouple.
- Easy One-Person Removal: 1-pin head release lets you lift it out quickly when not towing.
- Set the Right Level: Adjustable height from 13" to 17" for the proper clearance between truck and trailer.
Features to know about
Rated for Confident, Heavy-Duty Towing: 16,000 lbs GTW and 4,000 lbs Vertical Load Limit
This hitch is built from sturdy steel and rated for 16,000 lbs gross towing weight with a 4,000 lbs vertical load limit. It’s designed for big fifth-wheel campers and toy haulers where solid construction matters. The carbide powder coat finish helps resist wear and corrosion, so it stays looking good and working strong after years of hauling.
Quiet, Secure Connection Every Time: Interlocking Two-Piece Jaw System
The rounded, interlocking two-piece jaw wraps fully around the king pin for 360-degree contact. That tight grip cuts down on rattle and movement you’d get with slide-bar setups, making for quieter towing and a smoother ride. The connection feels solid when you ease onto the highway or hit rougher roads—just the stable, locked-in feel you want when pulling serious weight.
Hitch Up with Confidence: Color-Coded Three-Point Indicator System
A quick glance tells you exactly what’s happening—red means uncoupled, yellow means ready to couple, and green means ready to tow. The color-coded indicators are easy to see from the cab or beside the bed. It takes the guesswork out of hitching so you can get on the road knowing your trailer is properly secured.
Smooth, Controlled Ride: Fully Articulating Torsion Head
The torsion head design self-aligns to make coupling easier and helps control movement between truck and trailer once you’re rolling. It suppresses road shock and reduces towing noise, giving you a steadier feel on long hauls. The built-in zerk fittings also make lubrication simple for consistent performance trip after trip.
Easy to Handle When You Need Bed Space: One-Pin Head Removal
When it’s time to clear out your truck bed, the head lifts off with a single pin. This quick-release setup makes it easier for one person to remove without extra tools. It’s a practical touch that keeps things simple when switching from towing duty back to everyday use.
Specs
Weight and Capacity
- Gross towing weight: 16,000 lbs
- Vertical load limit: 4,000 lbs
Dimensions
- Height adjustment: 13" to 17"
Warranty
- Limited lifetime warranty
Note
- Compatibility: This fifth-wheel hitch is compatible with rotating pin boxes, such as the Reese Sidewinder, Reese Revolution, and 5th Airborne Sidewinder, only when used with a wedge (sold separately).
16120 Curt A16 (Q16) Fifth-Wheel Trailer Hitch - 16,000 lbs
16204 Curt Universal, Carbide Fifth Wheel Base Rails
16400 Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit
Replaces 16414
Great Alternative to Reese Dual-Jaw 16K Fifth Wheel Hitches
Alternate Instructions
Video of Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Chevy/GMC - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Video Transcript for How to Install the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch on a 2019 Ford F-150
Hey everybody, Ryan here at etrailer. Today on our 2019 Ford F-150 we're gonna be checking out the Curt A16 5th wheel hitch. Nowadays these half-ton trucks are really capable and so people are really, you know, putting 'em through the paces, towing a lot of heavy stuff around and whatnot. So if you have a fifth wheel type trailer, whether it's a camper or something else, you're gonna need a way to pull it and that's exactly what this is gonna help you do. So this is gonna be a fixed mount one, meaning that it's just going to drop into your in-bed rails. These are Curt rails but it's kind of an industry standard.
You know, if you have other manufacturers of rails, chances are really, really good this is still just gonna kind of drop into place and work out there. Being that it's fixed, that kind of, you know, brings me to my next point. So on our truck, this is only 5 1/2 foot bed so it's a really short bed and a lot of times what I usually recommend is a sliding type hitch, right That way when you make turns and stuff the hitch will go back and give you the cab clearance that you need. That way your trailer don't swing around and end up making contact with your cab corner, damaging the truck and the trailer. But what our customer's doing today is his trailer actually has one of those rotating pin boxes.
I believe it's the Reese Sidewinder. So that's how he can get away with using a fixed one. So this hitch is compatible with those rotating pin boxes. So the side of the hitch and the truck moving, the pin box on the camper will. Now if you have a long bed, really don't need to worry about any of that, right A fixed type hitch is gonna work out just fine.
This particular hitch is gonna be rated for 16,000 pounds so probably more than enough for the F-150, but if you like to go a little overkill, there's a 20,000 pound version of this available as well. The head of it articulates and does have a little bit of movement in there just to help absorb some of that road shock and trucking and things like that and making it easier to hook up, you know. So when you back up, this can kind of move around, you know, and kind of guide itself around that king pin on your trailer. And that's gonna kind of bring me to my next point. This has a dual jaw type design, so it's open right now but maybe I can reach over and close it.
And this thing is, it's no joke here. Whenever that's locked around the king pin, you can see it's super strong. It's no joke. It's going to have complete 360 degree contact and that's gonna really create a secure and good connection, kind of giving you some peace of mind there whenever you're towing your trailer down the road. The hitch head is gonna be adjustable. So I believe there's three different adjustments. You know, you can raise it up or down depending on your trailer and how high your truck sits and everything else. Kind of dial that in and get it as level as possible whenever you're towing. Right now we have it in the middle position and I'm letting you know that because a lot of people ask about Tonneau covers, right And if they're gonna be able to use one and not have to bother at taking the hitch in an out. And you should be in pretty good shape regardless of what Tonneau cover you have. On our truck today, we having one of these roll up ones, pretty common. And this at, even in the middle position and this over it, there's still, I mean, a ton of space here. So even if this was up a few more inches, you'd still have plenty of clearance and in most cases, in most Tonneau covers you shouldn't have anything to worry about. If in the off season, if you don't want this hitch back here, you're not gonna plan on using it for a while, you know, you can pull it in and out, which I'm not gonna lie, these things are pretty heavy. Thankfully though, this one, the actual, the head comes off of it separately. So you can remove those. This'll pop out. So you can get that out of the way and then pull the base out. And both of these independently are pretty manageable together. It's not the easiest thing to do. So by being able to break it apart like that, you know, it kind of turns a two man job into a one-man job. Other than that, you know, a nice hitch, it's well built. I like how it looks. Has kind of that flat black, matte black finish to it. You know, I really can't ask for too much more. Relatively lightweight when you break 'em apart and, you know, something you really can't go wrong with. Honestly, you know what our neighbor did here today, kind of got the whole package, which makes sense on an F-150, you know, pulling a big camper around. He got the Curt rails, he got our Curt in-bed wiring. He even went and did Air Lift airbags and a compressor. So I feel like all that stuff together, he should be really happy with and make his towing experience a comfortable and good one. I do wanna say that, I wanna emphasize this again, if you got a short bed like this and your trailer doesn't have one of those rotating pin boxes on it, it's really important to find a sliding type hitch. I just don't wanna see anyone pop this in their truck, make that turn and end up damaging anything. So a sliding one or that rotating pin box is going to alleviate any of those issues. And that'll finish up our look at of the Curt A16 5th wheel hitch in our 2019 Ford F-150..
Ratings & Reviews
4.6
237 reviews
by:
Chad Sanders
02/16/2017
2015
Dodge
Ram Pickup
I was fully expecting a hitch in excess of 100 pounds to show up in a destroyed box. This did not. They had taken the Time and effort to cover the box with an additional layer of cardboard and it must have had a million staples in it. It was almost comical, you will need a crowbar or large screwdriver to get it open. However, when I did finally get the package open I found a perfectly un scratched hitch with no missing parts. I have not pulled with the hitch yet but , it does look like it is going to perform great. I'm using this in a 2006 ram 2500 4x4 short bed pulling a 2015 forest river Salem and it allows 91 degrees of turning due to the clipped corners on the front cap of the trailer. I will be curious to see how long the rubber isolators last before needing replaced and if they are readily available. Also the curt sticker on the hitch was peeling off when I took it out of the box, would be nice to get that replaced.
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Keith L.
09/02/2019
Purchased this hitch, install kit, and wiring harness for a new to me 2015 F-250. After watching the installation video and reviewing the included instructions the install went smoothly. The only deviation from the instructions was instead of using a unibit to drill the 9/16" holes in the bed I used a Rotobroach hole cutter(the holes are cleaner and the bit does not drift. I hooked in to my fifth wheel for the first time on Saturday.
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Judy
03/21/2026
Hitch works very smoothly. Much easier to use than the last hitch we had.
Also light weight for easier removal from truck when needed.
Also light weight for easier removal from truck when needed.
by:
Lonnie
02/12/2020
2000
Ford
F-350 Super Duty
Installation of the Curt C16443-204 custom rail kit was a snap on my 2000 F350 dually. The instructions were pretty generic but not to hard to figure out. Once in place it was easy to line line everything up to fit the hitch in and tighten everything down.
by:
Thomas
01/16/2019
2017
Ford
F-250 Super Duty
The hitch was simple to install. I also purchased the custom brackets to bolt the rails to the frame. Everything lined up exactly as it should. No drilling on the frame!!! I will review the hitch once I get more use out of it. It looks great though.
by:
Wayne
05/03/2020
Extremely pleased with the rails and hitch purchased from etrailer! The video and printed directions were very informative. One caveat though, the bolts inside the frame on the custom kit (2017Chevy 2500hd) are tough, 2 people are needed. We used magnet rods. The hitch(Curt A16) is great but the shipping was FANTASTIC. Ordered on 4/29 and received on 5/1. 2 days!!! Thank you Jane S. and etrailer!!
by:
Ricardo
09/19/2019
2015
Ram
2500
Great product, even better customer service, fast shipping, and a great price, installation was easy about 20 minutes, mounted on Reese mounting plate also from etrailer.
by:
Justin
02/08/2020
Easy install great product love the interlocking jaws I can’t wait to tow with it thank you E trailer for a great used part well worth it with one little scratch on would buy a used product from etrailer anytime
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Michael
02/21/2025
This can be easily put together and installed by one person. I had to put the base into the universal rails loosely and then torque the bolts to spec. This hitch was an upgrade.from the autoslide hitch I originally purchased for my 5th wheel. The noise and banging has disappeared. This hitch was well worth the money. I also purchased the custom fit wedge for my pinbox. I don't believe I could be any happier with this hitch.
Victoria H.
2/21/2025
We love to hear that this made such a improvement in your towing experience, Michael! Do you have any upcoming trips planned?
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John N
05/04/2020
I purchased both the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs - C16120, and Reese Pull Pin Lock Plates for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - Qty 4 - RP58093 for my F350 SD 4X4 Crew Cab Long Bed. I'm pulling a 30' Retro 5th. Wheel and at times I pull my tandem axle UTV Trailer (Double Trailers) . I already had the rails installed in my truck, this fit right in and I used the new Pins and Lock Plates for securing to truck. I have pulled all over from South Dakota and the Northwest. The Hitch has performed Flawlessly. No bucking, nor clunking. Very quiet and smooth ride. I would recommend this set up to anyone for convenience of Hook up and Disconnect, Excellent towing, quiet, and the security of the lock pins. I use Disc locks to prevent access for bolt cutters.
John N.
5/7/2021
Excellent! Still working as it did on day one. Very solid, easy to use, and the unit is very quiet. Also no chucking. I highly recommend this product to anybody. We now have 2020 Cameo 12,000# unloaded weight. Pulls perfectly.
by:
Pat
11/26/2020
It was easy to install and very solid, i towed my 16,000 5th wheel and it road very nice
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Dave R.
07/21/2017
2014
Dodge
Ram Pickup
We had this installed in our 2014 RAM 2500. We have only pulled the 5th wheel a couple of times but this hitch has worked very well. Hooking up and unhitching is very easy and straightforward. I like the colored indicator system that tells you when the hitch is locked on the pin. The head unit has rubber blocks where it is mounted to the base unit. This allows the head to rock side-to-side when you are parking the trailer on uneven ground. It also allows the trailer to rock slightly as you are pulling it and the movement of the trailer is not transmitted to the truck. However, it is kind of difficult to separate the head unit from the base because the rubber blocks fit very tightly in the pockets in the base unit. A little WD40 helps.
At this point, based on our limited usage, I would definitely recommend this hitch.
At this point, based on our limited usage, I would definitely recommend this hitch.
Dave R.
7/22/2018
After a year I am still loving this hitch. I have had zero problems or issues with it. Hitching up and unhitching is so easy.
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David C
05/06/2017
2015
Ford
F-150
Fast shipping and great packaging for shipment - perfect! As heavy as the hitch is, it came to me with no damage or issues. This hitch isn't listed for my truck but the double locking system is what I liked. I had a Reese basic 15,000 lb slide bar hitch that was allowing too much slop. I measured all a parameters and this hitch fit the bill. Reviews on similar Reese style were worrying me so I tried the Curt. Towed for first time yesterday and there was a noticeable difference in the experience. Pin held tightly with much less movement and noise. Hooking up and unhooking were very easy. I have the short bed F150 and my fifth wheel is a Open Range Light series so it is cut to accommodate cab clearance; thus the hitch works for me. In the end, hitch worked perfectly and etrailer was great - price, shipping and service.
David C.
5/6/2018
A year later and hitch is still great. Easy to hitch and unhitch. Much smoother ride and no bouncing within the hitch. Glad I bought it.
by:
Joe P
10/07/2016
Unit appears solid and well built. Unit feels and appears well built. Nothing about the craftsmanship seems cheap or shoddy. Everything that moves is crisp and tight. There are no rattles or loose components. I feel confident towing with this hitch. If I have not towed with it yet. The hitch has a sleek strong appearance as opposed to my Superglide on a previous truck that took up a lot of bed space.
I had to assemble the unit. Instructions seemed unclear in regard to the handle assembly. With deliberate inspection, I was able to figure it out. Legs were easy to bolt on with assistance. I am happy with this hitch. Website said I needed to purchase a line plate separately. I forgot to get one but it didn't matter because one (plastic disk) was included with the hitch.
I paid for the shipping upgrade to ensure the hitch arrived before hurricane Mathew. I placed my order at night and eTrailer provided me with a tracking number the following morning. Shipping time said 3-5 days. I ordered late night on a Monday and unit arrived on Thursday afternoon. I'm very satisfied with my purchase and experience with this website.
I had to assemble the unit. Instructions seemed unclear in regard to the handle assembly. With deliberate inspection, I was able to figure it out. Legs were easy to bolt on with assistance. I am happy with this hitch. Website said I needed to purchase a line plate separately. I forgot to get one but it didn't matter because one (plastic disk) was included with the hitch.
I paid for the shipping upgrade to ensure the hitch arrived before hurricane Mathew. I placed my order at night and eTrailer provided me with a tracking number the following morning. Shipping time said 3-5 days. I ordered late night on a Monday and unit arrived on Thursday afternoon. I'm very satisfied with my purchase and experience with this website.
Joe P.
10/7/2017
After a year, I love this hitch. It’s easy to hook up and unhook unlike the auto slider hitch it replaced. Paint is still good. Silver stuff is still silver. Has a small patch on the head where the camper hitch slides on. Unit performs well. It is quiet during turns. I feel safe using it. I will buy a curt hitch again if ever I need a new one.
by:
Revbucco
01/05/2017
2015
Chevrolet
Silverado 2500
The only problem I encountered was with UPS. First, they ignored a request not to deliver early and second they left my hitch on the porch where it was rained on....
The Curt Hitch was exactly as promised and the earliest installation I have done in a long time. It was simple and quick to install and fit my existing rails without a hitch (no pun intended). It will be a couple of weeks before I will be able to test it but it is a great looking hitch and looks like it will live up to all the reviews.
etrailer shipped this quick! I received notification that it would be delivered the next day and I did not purchase one day service and assumed it would not be delivered until after the holidays. The is the reason I contacted UPS and paid to have the service date changed, which UPS ignored and delivered anyways. I strongly recommend etrailer and will be using them again in the future.
The Curt Hitch was exactly as promised and the earliest installation I have done in a long time. It was simple and quick to install and fit my existing rails without a hitch (no pun intended). It will be a couple of weeks before I will be able to test it but it is a great looking hitch and looks like it will live up to all the reviews.
etrailer shipped this quick! I received notification that it would be delivered the next day and I did not purchase one day service and assumed it would not be delivered until after the holidays. The is the reason I contacted UPS and paid to have the service date changed, which UPS ignored and delivered anyways. I strongly recommend etrailer and will be using them again in the future.
Revbucco
1/6/2018
The Curt Hitch is awesome! This hitch has made towing enjoyable. No more chucking when I am crossing bridges or hit dips.
by:
Peter C
09/11/2016
Customer service for product selection and order entry were excellent and focused on my interests and needs. The hitch, custom installation kit, and harness were shipped very quickly and arrived sooner than expected. Everything arrived in excellent condition. Assembly and installation instructions were very clear and specific, and I was able to assemble and install everything with no problems and in a very reasonable amount of time. Total cost was roughly half of what it would have been if I had purchased the products and had them installed by a dealer. I am very satisfied with my experience dealing with etrailer.com, and would highly recommend them to anyone shopping for towing products.
Peter C.
10/23/2017
Awesome. The hitch has worked great. Very, Very happy with the purchase,delivery, installation which I did myself, and performance of the product.Thanks again,Ill be sure to refer anyone who needs products you offer to you.
by:
Raymond
07/29/2021
2014
Ram
1500
The hitch worked great, hooked and unhooked with ease.
by:
Bobby M.
03/10/2018
etrailer had exactly what I needed. Great Customer Service and I received my 5th Wheel hitch in only three days. I replaced my old hitch and now we are ready to travel. We got the best internet price, great hitch, excellent customer service and free shipping. You can't beat that.
Bobby M.
4/16/2019
The Curt A16 work very well all last year during extended travel time. We towed almost 7,000 miles from Texas to Florida to Seattle and Back to Texas. Everything work well but unhitching could be difficult if I used a Pivot Plate. With the Pivot Plate in place, it was hard to tell if the weight was off of the hitch in order to disconnect. I love the indicator that tells me if I am safe to tow or not, but I always test the connection before towing.
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Brice e
03/31/2018
Got the hitch Friday,had it in the truck in about a half hour . Am impressed with the quality and looks. My second order with etrailer, my go to seller for anything campers and trailers. I did not experiance any problems with assembly or installation. Am starting on a 10000 mile trip in June, looking for a trouble free trip with the Curt hitch!
Brice E.
3/31/2019
had some trouble keeping wedge part tight 16,000 mile trip,3 months-hope I got it fixed for this year!
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TSD
02/28/2022
Towed with it for the first time. Had a Curt Q20 a few years ago, the A series Curt is much easier to use for hitching/unhitching. Very smooth towing, didn’t notice any chucking or loud noises in use. Very pleased with purchase. Not difficult to assemble and since I have the fixed hitch version (long bed truck) it’s manageable getting the hitch out of the bed in parts.
Tsd
3/1/2023
Good hitch, smoother than the Q series from Curt. You do have to lubricate it regularly. Do that and it should be trouble free.
by:
Larry
07/29/2025
Working great, no chucking to speak of, much better than the previous hitch I used.
by:
Alex
03/01/2025
I was very pleased with the Curt A16 5th wheel hitch. Unfortunately I ended up buying a new truck.(I no longer have a need for this hitch). My new truck has a shorter bed which requires a different hitch.
by:
Shannon
01/11/2018
I am writing this review more for etrailer, than for the hitch. I am happy with the hitch, and it is what I expected, but more than that, I am happy with the support that etrailer personnel provided. They researched the product, gave me all the options, and made sure that it was exactly what we needed. It is rare to find the level of support that etrailer gives their customers, and great prices to go with it!
Shannon
1/11/2019
Still love the hitch and etrailer!
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Bill
06/23/2019
Received the hitch,very well packaged,easy assembly instructions.
Placed in my pickup, adjusted the head unit to my 5th wheel and finished assembly.
I used 2*6'sto help hold the head unit so I didn't have to hold it in position for assembly
We are anxious to try it out and see how well it works
Placed in my pickup, adjusted the head unit to my 5th wheel and finished assembly.
I used 2*6'sto help hold the head unit so I didn't have to hold it in position for assembly
We are anxious to try it out and see how well it works
Bill
6/24/2020
Has been working out very well No problems hitching or unhitching!
by:
Harlan
02/28/2025
Ford
Flex
Thus hitch works great, much quieter and more solid than previous setup. I needed more flex and articulation and this hitch definitely did the trick.
Victoria H.
2/28/2025
That's great to hear, Harlan! Do you have any upcoming trips planned?
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view full answer... - 5th Wheel Rail Installation Kits for a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Xtra CabYes, we have fifth-wheel installation kits for your 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Xtra Cab. There are several different kits to choose from, and I will list each one for you. In the custom install category we have the Reese Quick-Install Custom Base Rails and Installation Kit, # RP50064-58, the CURT Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit, # C16400-204. These kits are custom install kits that require less drilling into the truck frame, and therefore less installation time, than the universal...
view full answer... - Determining 5th Wheel Towing Capacity of 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500I wasn't able to track down an exact weight figure without knowing the specific sub-model of your Fleetwood Triumph, however based on my research it looks to be somewhere between 10,000 an 11,000 pounds. I definitely recommend verifying this number. The true towing capacity of your 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 is dependent on a number of factors including engine size, drivetrain, cab style, axle ratio, and bed size. With this in mind I'm not able to locate the exact capacity of your Silverado...
view full answer... - Base Rail Dimensions for Installation of C16400-204 KitThe Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Chevy/GMC - Carbide Finish # C16400-204 will give you the industry standard rail spacing to fit most 5th wheel hitches. The standard rail slots most often use are 22 inches from front rail to rear rail on center and 20-1/2 inches wide as you can see in the attached photo of the Reese M5 # RP30928. There are some models that use the 29 inches wide slots but they will still be 22 inches front to back on center. The distance inside to inside...
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- Curt Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit that Fits 2015 GMC Sierra 1500Curt has a bracket kit that fits your 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 with the part # C16400 which is part of # C16400-204 which is the entire rail kit.
view full answer... - Pullrite Superglide Hitch Compatibility With Industry Standard RailsAs long as your Pullrite Superglide hitch is part of the ISR series then the Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches Item # RP50064-58 will work. If you do not have an ISR series Pullrite has an adapter to industry standard rails that you can get. If you want a custom rail kit that will require no drilling I recommend the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Chevy/GMC - Carbide Finish Item # C16400-204.
view full answer... - Where do the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit C16400-204 Rails Install on a 2008 GMC SierraFrom the picture that you sent it looks like you have the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit # C16400-204 for your 2008 GMC Sierra. If this is the case from the end of the bed that the tailgate is connected to, to the rear edge of the rail that sits closest to the cab will be 47.500 inches on a short bed and 52.375 inches for a long bed (see attached picture). This should put your 5th wheel hitch directly above or slightly in front of your rear axle. Keep in mind that these measurements...
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- Recommended Curt Custom 5th Wheel Base Rail Bracket for 5-1/2 Foot 2013 GMC Sierra 1500I checked with Curt and the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Chevy/GMC - Carbide Finish # C16400-204 is the correct fit. If you just want the brackets you will use # C16400.
view full answer... - Gooseneck Trailer Hitch for 5th Wheels and Bracket Kit for a 2018 Chevy Silverado 6-1/2 Foot BedThe Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Carbide Black Finish item # C16204 and the Curt Above-Bed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch for Fifth Wheel Rails - 3" Offset - 25,000 lbs item # 16055 are only sold separately. They do both fit your 2018 Chevy Silverado LT 6-1/2 foot bed truck. However, you are going to need the full installation kit to utilize the gooseneck rail. The Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Chevy/GMC - Carbide Finish item # C16400-204. This kit includes the custom...
view full answer... - Will Curt Universal Base Rail Kit Fit a 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500The only Curt 5th wheel base rail kit that is compatible with your 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 is the Kit # C16400-204 which uses custom mounting brackets. If you are wanting a universal rail kit then I recommend the Reese Kit # RP30035 instead. The Curt option would be easier to install as you wouldn't have to drill into the frame of your pickup. The Curt Above-Bed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # 16055 is compatible with either of the base rail kit options mentioned above. You may also be interested...
view full answer... - Recommended Industry Standard 5th Wheel Rails for a 2014 Chevy Silverado To install a set of industry standard rails in the bed of your 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 you will need the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Chevy/GMC item # C16400-204. This is custom fit and attaches by using existing holes in your Silverado's frame. If you are just wanting the brackets that mount to the frame you will need the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit for Chevy/GMC item # C16400. Depending on the manufacturer these may not work with your existing rails because...
view full answer... - Fifth Wheel and Installation Kit Recommendations for 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500The exact 5th wheel hitch set up you'll need will depend on and vary with the bed length of your truck. For a 5-1/2 foot bed, you'll either need a stationary hitch along with a Reese Sidewinder or use a Demco Hijacker Autoslide, part # DM8550040 and install kit, part # DM8552027-71. The Autoslide is definitely the easier to use option, and would also be easier to install. For a 6-1/2 foot bed, you'll still need a slider but you won't need as much travel as provided by the hitch mentioned...
view full answer... - How To Find 5th Wheel Towing Capacity of 2010 GMC Sierra 1500In order to find the towing capacity of a 2010 GMC Sierra 1500 you'll need to take a look in your owner's manual. This will list the tow capacity for said vehicle based on what it's equipped with from the factory such as cab type, bed length, engine size etc. The towing capacity range is from 4,400 lbs to 10,700 lbs depending on options. In order to tow a fifth wheel trailer you'll need a fifth wheel hitch, install kit, and wiring harness. I recommend the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation...
view full answer... - Distance Between Rails of Fifth Wheel Rail Kit part # C16400-204The fifth wheel rail kit part # C16400-204 that you referenced is made to the industry standard fifth wheel rail dimensions. That means that from center to center the rails are right at 22 inches apart. I attached a picture that has more dimensions of the industry standard rails as well.
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- Curt Fifth Wheel Hitch Frame Brackets for 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500We do offer brackets to fit your truck. The Curt # C16418 brackets you had looked at are meant for a 2007-2010 Chevy 2500 or 3500 truck, and wouldn't work with your 2017 Silverado 1500. For the brackets only, for your truck you'd need # C16400 which provides the frame brackets and the mounting hardware for the frame brackets or for the complete kit that also provides the bed rails and the hardware to attach the rails to the frame brackets, you'd need part # C16400-204
view full answer... - Comparing the B&W Patriot 16K, Curt A16, and Reese 16K 5th Wheel HitchesThe B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3200, Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16120, and Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # RP30047 all have fully articulating hitch heads so there won't be much of a difference in hitching/unhitching at an angle. I recommend the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16120 over the others for a few different reasons. The first of which is that the A16 has 1" thick, dual interlocking jaws which will do a phenomenal job of reducing...
view full answer... - Comparing Curt A16 and Q16 Fifth Wheel HitchesThe head design is slightly different for the A16 hitch # C16120. It's the more recent version of the Q16 that you also mentioned. They made the heads strong enough to be able to be used with a Sidewinder pin box and they upgraded the warranty from 10 year limited to lifetime limited. Also, the Q16 features the 360-degree movement with the spherical axial bearing to improve the pivoting of the hitch head. Another change is the A series jaws overlap whereas the Q series butt up against...
view full answer... - Replacement Bolts For Attaching Curt A16 Hitch Head To Fixed Point LegsThe Replacement Hardware for Curt A Series and Q Series 5th Wheel Hitches # C16125-SK4 contains 4 new bolts, flat washers and lock washers for your Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16120 to a set of fixed legs. We also have the Replacement Head Mounting Hardware for Curt 5th Wheel Slider Hitches # C35UR if you are using with a slider base.
view full answer... - How Much Does The Curt A16 and 5th Wheel Rails Weigh For a 2022 Ford F-150? The Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16120 weighs 116lbs. The Rail Kit # C38ZV which will fit your 2022 Ford F-150 is going to add an additional 69lbs which includes both the above and below bed mounting components.
view full answer... - Slider Base Needed For A Curt A16 5th Wheel Hitch Hey Erik, To swap your Curt A16 5th Wheel Hitch # C16120 from a fixed base to a slider base you'll just need the R16 Roller # C16560 that you were already looking at. This is going to bolt up to your hitch the same way that the fixed legs do. If you think you might upgrade later on to an A20 for some more capacity then I recommend going with the S20 Slider Base # C63DR instead since it's compatible with both the A16 and A20 so you can minimize the cost later on.
view full answer... - Will Curt Fixed Fifth Wheel Hitch Work with Demco Rail Kit Adapter and Reese Revolution Pin BoxHey Carl, yes the Curt E16 hitch part # C16115 does work with the Demco rail kit adapter and a Reese Revolution pin box but due to it's loose jaw design it would not be my first choice. Instead I would recommend the Curt A16 part # C16120 which also fits both the rail adapter and pin box, has the same height range as the E16 but has a much nicer jaw design so it will be a lot quieter.
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel and Adapter for a 2020 Ram 2500Josh, are you looking for a 5th wheel that fits in the pucks or an adapter for a 5th wheel that fits in the pucks? If you just need an adapter and have a 5th wheel, you can use the Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch # C29BR. This adapter is only needed if you need to use a Curt 5th wheel hitch for standard rails like the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16120. If you're looking for a 5th wheel that already has those legs for the pucks, then you can use something like the Curt Q20...
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch and Rail Kit for 2016 Ram 1500The Jayco Eagle Superlight is rated at GVWR of 10,200 lbs. There are only certain combinations of a 2016 Ram 1500 4x4 with 5.7L Hemi that will pull that much weight. Here are the 4x4 combinations that work: Quad cab 6ft 4 inch box with 3.92 axle ratio Standard Cab 8 foot box with 3.92 axle ratio If you are 10 lbs light of complete capacity fully loaded, you can also use the Crew Cab 5 ft 7 inch box with 3.92 axle ratio. For a 5th wheel rail kit and hitch, I recommend the Curt Custom...
view full answer... - 5th Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Ford F150 5.5 with Lippert Turning Point Pin BoxSince your 2022 Grand Design Reflection Series 280RS has a Lippert Turning Point pin box you can use a fixed hitch will weigh less than a slider hitch. So the lightest weight and easiest to use hitch would be the Demco Recon part # DM8550043 which weighs which is about 50 lbs lighter than most at 89 lbs.
view full answer... - Recommended Custom Bracket Kit, Base Rails and 5th Wheel Hitch for 2007 Ford F-250I do have a solution for you, but we do strongly advise not mixing brackets and rails from 2 different manufacturers. The reason for this is that they haven't been tested together, so compatibility and fit cannot be guaranteed and the capacity of the setup will be unknown. With that said I recommend using the Curt # C16448-204 base rail and bracket kit which will provide you with a set of industry standard base rails to mount a 5th wheel hitch in. These are a custom bracket kit so it'll...
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch to Fit with Curt X5 Adapter on 2015 Ford F-250 Short BedYou will need to use a Curt sliding hitch for the B&W Gooseneck # BWGNRK1111 and Curt X5 Adapter Rails # 16310 on your 2015 Ford F-250 Super Duty because only the Curt sliders will work with the X5. My recommendation for the slider is the Curt A20 # C16541 because it has an upgraded cushioning and jaw system that gives you the best ride quality available. The dual interlocking jaws wrap around the king pin securely so that you won't get any chucking or jarring when you come to a stop or...
view full answer... - 16k Fifth Wheel Hitch With Jaw that Closes Automatically When Backed Up to Trailer Pin BoxIf you have a Reese fifth wheel hitch part # RP30047 there isn't a similar hitch head that would fit on the legs of the hitch that uses a jaw mechanism similar to what you described. Curt has their A16 hitch part # C16120 which has this feature though. When you back the trailer into the hitch it snaps into place and you can see on the handle an indicator that it is secure and ready to tow. Check out the review video for more info.
view full answer... - Which MORryde Pin Box Works with a Curt A16 Hitch on My 2018 Grand Design Reflection 337RLS? Hello Gary, Thanks for writing in! Since your 2018 Grand Design Reflection 337RLS has the Lippert 1621HD pin box and a GVWR of 13,995 lbs, the MORryde Cushioned 5th Wheel Pin Box for 11.5K to 14K Trailers w/ Lippert 1621 and 1621HD # MR74VR is exactly what you need. It is designed to replace your factory 1621HD pin box and is the correct fit and weight range for your trailer. The good news is your Curt A16 (like # C16120) hitch with the floating head is fully compatible with the # MR74VR....
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for use w/ a Turning Point Pin Box and the Ford Factory Puck SystemCongrats on all your new toys! I do not think a Curt 5th wheel hitch, like item # C16120, is the best for your set up. You would need to purchase an adapter rail item # C88KR to use this hitch with your puck system. This adds weight, cost, and complication to installing and removing the hitch so you can have full access to your bed. This combo weighs 193 lbs. A way better option, and what I highly recommend, is to use the B&W Companion OEM 5th-Wheel Hitch item # BWRVK3300. This 5th wheel...
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch and Rail Kit for 2001 Chevy 2500HDFor your 2001 Chevy 2500 HD, your towing capacity for a 5th wheel is based on the Gross Combined Weight Rating. Your truck will have a sticker in the driver's door frame that states the GVWR of your truck. For your 5th Wheel, I recommend beginning with the custom rail kit # C16418-204. This kit will give you custom brackets to allow you to mount the brackets to your frame with only the need to drill one hole in the frame on each side. The other holes are already in the frame that...
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- Recommended Fifth Wheel Hitches for 2018 and 2019 Ford F-250 and F-350 TrucksHello, When you say doing a fleet of vehicles with the fifth wheel prep package are you referring to simply adding fifth wheel hitches to these trucks that have the prep package? If so I would only need to know the bed size (in order to know if you need sliding hitches or not) and what capacity (16K, 20K, 24K) you are looking for.
view full answer... - How to Remove Curt Q16 Head from Center SectionNo need to worry, Typically it's harder to remove the head after use. I double checked the instructions that I've linked for your convenience, and they state it is only the lynch pin and large pivot pin that need to be removed to remove the head. They do recommend the head and legs be removed as one unit and say that if there is binding they recommend loosening the four 14mm leg mounting bolts to release them from the rails.
view full answer... - Can Curt Base Legs # C16920 be Installed on Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R16 Slider # C16521The Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R16 Slider # C16521 that you believe you have can be adjusted from 17-1/2" - 21-1/2" in regards to height. If you were to swap out the R16 Slider for the Replacement Base Legs # C16920 then this would give you the Curt A16 # C16120 which has a height adjustment of 13" - 17". Typically we do recommend using a sliding 5th wheel hitch for short beds like what you rave on your 2014 Ram 350, but if you don't believe you are going to need the sliding...
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- Replacing Atwood Freedom Fifth Wheel HitchI have a replacement option but unfortunately we do not carry any replacement parts for Atwood fifth wheel hitches. Since Atwood hasn't produced that hitch in a while parts are pretty few and far between. If your hitch is currently not useable I recommend replacing the hitch with a newer option like the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16120. If you can provide the Year/Make/Model of your vehicle and if you have above bed or below bed rails, I would be happy to recommend a new hitch...
view full answer... - Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for Replacing RBW Lil RockerThe Lil Rocker fifth wheel hitch you have is designed to fit the same industry standard fifth wheel rails as the current hitches made so we have several hitches that would work. The Reese Hitch part # RP30047 would be a great option. It has a 16k capacity and has a great jaw design that will hold the king pin of your trailer tightly for a smooth towing experience.
view full answer... - What Should I Torque the 14MM Pilot Hex Bolts to When Installing Replacement Legs Curt A16?Hello Jeff, When installing the Replacement Base Legs for Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16920 for the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs # C16120 the 14mm pilot hex bolts get torqued to 100 foot pounds. I attached an image from the instructions where they mention this. I attached the instructions to the A16 as well, there is a lot of routine maintenance that is suggested. Thought you might like to have the check list to keep everything in tip top shape. What...
view full answer... - Weight of Head Unit and Base of Demco Recon Fifth Wheel HitchThe Demco Recon 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # DM8550043 is made up of the Head Unit # DM6169 and Base Assembly # DM6180, with each piece weighing 50 lbs, making this most lightweight, easy-to-handle fifth wheel hitch available. In terms of locking it the only security measure is a Base Rail Lock # C23256 which locks the hitch to your base rails. There is no way to padlock it to prevent someone from releasing the hitch, though you'd have to be extraordinarily unlucky for someone to just walk...
view full answer... - 5th Wheel Base Rail Fit on 2019 Ram 1500 Short Bed With Factory Air SuspensionThere is one option for 5th wheel base rails that fit your 2019 Ram 1500 short bed with air suspension, so long as your truck does not have the Multi-Function tailgate. The correct fit for your truck is the following: - Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Installation Kit w/ Base Rails # RP56018-53 The Reese base rails # RP56018-53 will allow you to mount any standard 5th wheel hitch, including the Curt A16 # C16120 you mentioned. These are a no-drill install on your truck, which is not...
view full answer... - What OEM Legs Are on My Used Q20 Curt Hitch?Thanks for the photo and dimensions. The legs appear to be a fit for OEM puck systems but the dimensions you gave don't line up with any manufacturer. Look for numbers on those legs and plug them into our search bar and you will find what vehicles they fit. For your 2018 Chevy Silverado 2500 you would want the Curt OEM 5th Wheel Hitch Legs for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - 25,000 lbs # C16025.
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Could not be happier with this hitch. Have never had any coupling or uncoupling problems even in odd angle situations. Does not rattle or let the trailer chuck around. Easy to move. In and out of the truck. The powder coating is fading and showing some signs of surface rust but this is most likely due to it living in the truck unprotected. I have since moved the hitch into a 2017 ram 2500 with the puck system. I bought the puck mount and every thing bolted up nicely. I keep the standard rail legs under the bed of the fifth wheel should I ever need to pull with a truck that doesn’t have pucks. This has happened once when our truck broke down. Would definitely recommend this hitch.