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Curt Q24 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 24,000 lbs
Part Number: C52JV
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CURT 5th Wheel Hitch - C52JV
Highlights
- Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
- Strength You Can Rely On: Rated for 24,000 lbs GTW and 6,000 lbs vertical load for heavy 5th wheels.
- Smooth, Quiet Towing: Dual jaw wraps the king pin 360° to cut down rattle and movement.
- Know You're Hooked Up at a Glance: Color-coded 3-point indicator shows when it’s coupled or ready to tow.
- Easier Hookup on Uneven Ground: Spherical axial bearing allows full 360° pivot for simpler alignment.
- Quick Removal When Not Towing: 2-pin head release lets one person lift it off in manageable pieces.
Features to know about
Built for Heavy 5th Wheels: 24,000 lbs GTW and 6,000 lbs Vertical Load Limit
This hitch is rated for 24,000 lbs gross towing weight and a 6,000 lbs vertical load limit, giving you the confidence to pull large fifth-wheel trailers with stability and strength. The sturdy steel construction and durable carbide powder coat finish help it stand up to long hauls and heavy use. It’s made to deliver that solid, “locked in” feel every time you tow.
Quiet, Secure Connection Every Trip: Dual Jaw with Full 360-Degree Contact
The rounded, two-piece jaw design wraps fully around the king pin for 360-degree contact. That tight grip means less rattle and more security compared to slide-bar models. You get a quieter, smoother ride with less movement between truck and trailer. It’s a design that keeps things steady mile after mile.
Stay Confident Before You Tow: Color-Coded Three-Point Indicator System
The color-coded lock indicator lets you see your connection status at a glance—red for uncoupled, yellow for ready to couple, and green when you’re locked in for towing. You can check it from the cab or the side of the truck without guessing or extra steps. It’s simple peace of mind built into the hitch.
Smooth Hookups and Tight Turns: Spherical Axial Bearing with 360-Degree Pivot
Hooking up is easier thanks to Curt’s spherical axial bearing that lets the head pivot smoothly in every direction. This setup allows full 360-degree movement so the hitch can self-align with the trailer during hookup. Built-in cushioning absorbs road shock for a smoother, quieter ride without clunking or chucking.
Easy Removal When You Need the Bed: Two-Pin Head Removal Design
When it’s time to use your truck bed for something else, the 2-pin head removal makes it easy for one person to lift off the top section. The hitch separates into manageable pieces so you can clear space without special tools or equipment. It’s simple and practical whether you tow often or just a few times each season.
Specs
Weight and Capacity
- Gross towing weight: 24,000 lbs
- Vertical load limit: 6,000 lbs
Dimensions
- Hitch height: 13" - 17"
Warranty
- Warranty: 10-Year limited warranty
Note
- Compatibility notice: This fifth-wheel trailer hitch is not compatible with rotating pin boxes, such as the Reese Sidewinder, Reese Revolution, and 5th Airborne Sidewinder.
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Video of Curt Q24 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 24,000 lbs
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Video Transcript for Curt Q24 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch: The Breakdown
Today we'll be reviewing the Curt Q24 fifth wheel trailer hitch with dual jaws, rated at 24,000 lbs. It's part number C16245. This Curt fifth wheel hitch is made from sturdy steel with a durable carbide powder coat finish. It has a gross towing weight capacity of 24,000 lbs., and a vertical load capacity of 6,000 lbs. The height adjustment range is 13" to 17", and it's all covered by a 10-year warranty. We'll go ahead and install our fifth wheel onto our rales.
With the weight of this 5th wheel, you'll need an extra set of hands to help put it into place. We'll now use the four pins and clips to secure the hitch into the rails. We'll slide the pins through the rails and hitch feet here, and install the clip on the other side. As you can see, with the pin in place, the fifth wheel is secure. Now we'll repeat this with the other pins.
With all of our pins in place, we can now go over some of the features of the Q24 fifth wheel hitch. This fifth wheel is equipped with a dual jaw locking system, which provides 360 degrees of contact between the jaw and the king pin. Another great features is the top plate has 360 degrees of movement, side to side, front to back, and diagonal. This fifth wheel also has a 3-point indicator system in which everything is color coded to let you know when your hitch is coupled, uncoupled, and ready to tow. It's also visible from within the cab of the truck.
This hitch also has 4" of height adjustment to help better fit the height of your trailer. You can see these two holes here, which are two points of adjustment. At this time, we have it set at the second set of adjustment points underneath. Another great feature of this fifth wheel is the ability to fit almost all industry standard rails, such as Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, ProSeries, Valley, and of course the Curt rails. Keep in mind thought that specific rails are not included with this fifth wheel.
Now that we've gone over some of the features and specs, we'll now demonstrate how this fifth wheel hitch works. For demonstration purposes, we'll be using this king pin simulator to show you how it works. To uncouple the trailer, there's a pin located on the back side of this lever, which will flip out and undo. We'll flip out this lever and pull out our handle, which will allow the king pin to move out of the jaws. You can see the red bar here as well as the red dot and the color indicator, which tells us we're in the uncoupled position. Moving the handle one section in, the indicator is now yellow, which means we're ready to couple the trailer. Again using the trailer simulator, we'll slide it into position. You'll see now that the indicator is in the green position, which tells us we're ready to tow. Now we can lock the handle back in place with this lever and clip. Now we're ready to head down the road. And there you have it for the Curt Q24 fifth wheel hitch, part number C16245.
Ratings & Reviews
4.7
1121 reviews
by:
budrose
08/11/2016
Saturn
Relay
2005 Dodge Quad Cab Dully , Cedar Creek 36 ckts 16k
very nice hitch , shipped relay fast 3 days to east coast, easy to install : had rails from old hitch,
it did come a LITTLE scratched up from shipping . one thing i wish it had more height / it does sit lower than old hitch buy 1 inch. haven't tried pulling yet / will up date latter . hope it pulls as good as it looks.
now no problem for bigger trailer, i hope! maybe a toy hauler?
very nice hitch , shipped relay fast 3 days to east coast, easy to install : had rails from old hitch,
it did come a LITTLE scratched up from shipping . one thing i wish it had more height / it does sit lower than old hitch buy 1 inch. haven't tried pulling yet / will up date latter . hope it pulls as good as it looks.
now no problem for bigger trailer, i hope! maybe a toy hauler?
by:
Dwayne B
09/11/2020
I purchased a higher rated (weight) Curt hitch to prevent 'rolling' forward during hard stops. The new hitch far exceeds my trailer weight but I continue to have the problem, although not as often. I had the new hitch professionally installed.
Dwayne B.
9/12/2021
It turned out the Curt hitch was not the problem, it was the pinbox which ultimately failed and was replaced by that manufacturer in June.
by:
Paula
07/09/2018
Have not had the opportunity to use the new hitch to pull our RV, but did hook up to the RV to check height and ease of hookup, it's great, very happy with this hitch so far.
Ease of ordering was excellent, received it within 5 days in great condition.
Ease of ordering was excellent, received it within 5 days in great condition.
Paula
7/9/2019
In the last year we have pulled a 16,000 lb Jayco 5th Wheel over 3,200 miles, up and down mountains and across flat lands with no problems. Still easy hookup and no troubles with it latching or in latching. We grease it and re-torque the bolts as per manufacturer recommendation, a little routine preventive maintenance goes a long way. Still very happy with the hitch, and would definitely recommend it, and have several times.
by:
Michael
07/30/2020
2012
Ford
F-450 Super Duty
I love dealing with Etrailer, unit came in one piece and early......and OMG this hitch is incredible!! 4 bolts and it's in. I hitched up literally in minutes. CURT makes it idiot proof...
Michael
7/31/2021
Honestly, this is the best hitch I have ever bought. Hitching up is simple and its definitely a better buy then anything else in its class.
by:
Sequel
09/08/2014
2011
Dodge
Ram Pickup
THE RAILS AND BRACKETS WERE JUST AS DESCRIBED AND CAME VERY QUICKLY AND REASONABLY PRICED. THE INSTRUCTIONS WERE VERY HELPFUL INCLUDING THE VIDEO ONLINE. INALL IT TOOK ME ABOUT 5 HOURS TO INSTALL WITH TAKING MY TIME TO DOUBLE CHECK EVERYTHING. IT FIT JUST AS IT SAYS AND FIT MY PICKUP PERFECTLY. GREAT PRODUCT AND GREAT COMPANY
Sequel
9/9/2015
I still have no complaints I have pulled my 35ft fifth wheel camper multiple times already and it did great. I have since recommended etrailer site to everybody I know that needs hitches. Thank you again for making it so easy to order and install!
by:
Mike
12/11/2018
2016
GMC
Sierra 2500
I bought this hitch because I am a firm believer in buy heavier than I need for safety. This hitch has been absolutely wonderful. The fifth wheel pull great with no jarring and the solid feel when attached is comforting. I can easily reach everything I need to set the hitch and lock it. The jaws are very easy to tell if I am completely hooked or not and the lock works great for a quick look to tell if ready. This hitch was very well priced (cheaper than lighter rated models) without being of "cheap" quality. I have enjoyed this hitch very much and thank goodness it breaks down into pieces for removal as it is a very heavy unit.
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Lloyd C.
11/07/2016
2006
Ford
F-350 Super Duty
Got my Curt Q24 finally. A very good, quality, heavy hitch. It was just a little scratched up, in same spots as all others seems to post - do to shipping by UPS. Etrailer did double box it to help, so all in all it wasn't bad. It is definitely a heavy hitch, but being able to quickly break it into pieces (head removes easily) makes it much more manageable to put in and out of the truck. Can't wait for the trailer to get in so I can try out this hitch...
Installed onto Curt rails in a 2006 F350, with no issue. Will be pulling a 18k 43' 5er soon!
Shipping was a bit on the slow side compared to other reviews - took 2 weeks to get it, but luckily my trailer is also delayed so I didn't need it immediately.
Installed onto Curt rails in a 2006 F350, with no issue. Will be pulling a 18k 43' 5er soon!
Shipping was a bit on the slow side compared to other reviews - took 2 weeks to get it, but luckily my trailer is also delayed so I didn't need it immediately.
by:
Michael
05/27/2019
2011
Dodge
Ram Pickup
This is a well put together package. The fact that you do not have to drill the frame makes things much easier. That said, it is still a lot of work and if you do not have all the tools needed and a lift you will be at this install for quiet some time.
The spare tire has to be removed and if there is a spare tire shield it will have to go as well. The inner fenders need to come out and at that point you will find it is easier if the tires and wheels are out of the way. It is a bit of work to get the right rear bracket in with the tail pipe in place. Also the spacers that go into the frame are also hard to get in place. Lastly, you will still have to drill holes in the bed.
With all this work required, I am very glad that I did not have to drill the frame also.
The spare tire has to be removed and if there is a spare tire shield it will have to go as well. The inner fenders need to come out and at that point you will find it is easier if the tires and wheels are out of the way. It is a bit of work to get the right rear bracket in with the tail pipe in place. Also the spacers that go into the frame are also hard to get in place. Lastly, you will still have to drill holes in the bed.
With all this work required, I am very glad that I did not have to drill the frame also.
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Gary R.
06/10/2016
Haven't towed with it yet,but looks like it will be more user friendly than my previous hitch.I had to adjust my rails a little to get it to fit.Shipping speed was excellent. While etrailer wrapped and stapled over the manufacturer box the contents when opened had several places where the paint was missing due to parts rubbing together during shipment.
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Chris
05/24/2016
Always quick shipping and great prices !! Thanks Again
Chris
5/24/2017
Hitch works amazing ! I have owned about a dozen different 5th wheel hitches and this one is the easiest to use and tell it 100 locked on the trailer
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Greg
06/08/2026
Like the way hitch latches and easybto install
by:
David A
02/18/2017
2006
Chevrolet
Silverado
Ordered my Curt 24k 5th wheel hitch on Tuesday, received around 230 Friday, and was installed by 5pm same day ( already had the rails). I am anxious to hook up my Heartland Big Country 3650RL to my 2006 Chevrolet dually and roll down the highway.
The hitch is alI i expected it to be, and it is quite heavy, but managed to get it installed by myself after reading the great installation instructions. As in other posts, slight scratches during shipping due to packing materials used by Curt, not etrailer's fault.
My RV has a tongue weight of 2350 lbs, 14000 overall, and 39'6" lenghth. Expectations are high that this hitch will handle it well! Thanks for the great service
The hitch is alI i expected it to be, and it is quite heavy, but managed to get it installed by myself after reading the great installation instructions. As in other posts, slight scratches during shipping due to packing materials used by Curt, not etrailer's fault.
My RV has a tongue weight of 2350 lbs, 14000 overall, and 39'6" lenghth. Expectations are high that this hitch will handle it well! Thanks for the great service
by:
John S.
07/08/2016
2016
Dodge
Ram Pickup
We took it to a shop to have it installed. It looks great, and the features to make sure our 5th wheel is securely locked in place give us peace of mind. And it's nice that the rails are made just for our 2016 Ram 3500 long bed. It really is well made and is a brute. Can't wait to get out on the road.
by:
Brett
01/29/2017
2013
Ford
F-250 and F-350 Super Duty
Received my hitch very quickly, two days with free shipping. However, the hitch did arrive with a couple scraps. The company needs to work on the packaging and shipping prep. That being said, I am very happy with the hitch and the company. I called them prior to buying it and they answered all my questions, very helpful. I'd definitely buy another product from them.
by:
Kenneth d
10/09/2018
2018
Dodge
Ram Pickup
The Hitch was very good quality very easy to install in the 2018 Dodge Ram Total installation by myself was under an hour I plan on using it to move travel trailers fifth wheels around for people
by:
Sean
03/20/2024
2016
Chevrolet
Silverado 3500
Truly happy with this product and can't wait to go to work! etrailer sent me everything I requested and the installer had no problems. Everything was packed well in shipping with no problems.
by:
Mike
11/19/2025
2006
dodge
Ram Pickup
The product is well built and came with everything needed to install on my 2006 Dodge ram 3500. The video was very helpful and installing the rails.
by:
Joe S
06/22/2023
2012
Ram
3500
2012 ram 3500 mega cab short bed! Well from all the reviews I’ve read, and the video, I gathered about 5-6 hours to install by myself, which was very accurate, directions say 90 min instal, not! It was the 5-6 hour range, regardless it went in as the directions and video said! Take your time measure it out double check everything, the kit is great, follow directions and watch the video you can do it in your driveway!
by:
Philip
10/12/2025
2008
Dodge
Ram Pickup
Sadly, my truck has air shocks installed and the front brackets would not fit
by:
Brian
11/06/2020
Just installed the new hitch and haven’t used it yet, only thing I wish I knew I needed the power accessories to install. I figured that maybe would have came with it. But great product overall.
by:
JP
09/22/2016
2016
GMC
Sierra 3500
Looks great, installed easy. Had a few scratches from shipping but it's a tool so it's not a big deal. Very happy.
by:
Steven
04/21/2024
Takes a bit longer than expected. Figure in a day for the above bed install kit. I'll post back after I make a 2000 mile trip with the 40' RV. Have a great day everyone!
by:
Don C.
08/26/2017
2012
Dodge
Ram Pickup
Installed on a 2012 Ram 3500 long box. The rail kit itself is excellent and appears to be very strong. I was able to install with the truck on the ground and the tires on. I did have to remove the inner fender liners to access some of the bolts for torquing. I do not see how the nuts can be brought to proper torque without the use of a 3/4 inch crowsfoot, as it is impossible to get a socket on some of the nuts. The shock mount welded to the frame on one side is an example...it prevents the use of a socket. The single most important step is measuring properly because there is very little margin for error. The etrailer.com video was very helpful. Took me about 6 hrs without jack stands or a lift, but I'm very happy with the finished product and they went on without interfering with my AIR LIFT 57295 LoadLifter 5000 Series Rear Air Spring Kit.
Don C.
8/26/2018
So far excellent!!!
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Randy C.
11/23/2011
2018
Dodge
Ram Pickup
easy install. The installation instructions could have been better. I suggest watching the video on youtube and setting up the rails and hitch on the garage floor first. Take measurements between rail hole rows (row 2 to row 3 - 17 3/4") and add 3/4" for front bed support clearance - 18 1/2". Looking over a rear tire and measuring from the front bed support, My row 2 needed to be rear of center by 1/2". This puts my rear rail at 26 1/4 instead of 26 3/4" from the tailgate. Then everything lined up perfect. The fish wire provided really works great ( threads on to the bolt like a nut). My only problem was the spacer that gets fished with the carriage bolt was to wide for the large hole in my frame. I cut a 1/4" off the spacer and that was the only modification I made to this kit. Not all trucks are the same. XLNT kit, I was impressed !
Jerry C.
3/27/2014
This is a little confusing. Is the correct measurement 26 34 or 26 1/4 ??I installed a Curt rail kit a couple years ago. I do recall that if you use the instructiondimension...things line up better on a Dodge front rail if everything would have been about a 1/2 inch further rearward. Is there any way this can be clarified? I am starting on another install today. thanks.
Patrick B.
3/28/2014
The most current instructions for part # C16420 rail kit state that the measurement from end of bed to rear most edge of the rear rail is 26-3/4 inches on a 6 foot bed. Check out the instructions linked on the product page for more details and a couple of diagrams.
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Jon L.
09/06/2016
Dodge
Ram Pickup
We had a short bed Ram 2500 and upgraded to a Ram 3500 Dually. We had a Demco Auto slide hitch in the old truck that worked well but I wanted to get back to basics without all the moving parts and noise. This hitch performed beyond my expectations. I couldn't be more happy! And as usual the Etrailer experiance was exceptional! 3 day delivery right to the place I was having it installed and in excellent condition. If only the rest of my life could move so smoothly!!!!!
Jon L.
10/27/2017
Well they were awesome but we are done with the toy hauler already!
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view full answer... - 5th Wheel Installation Kit for a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 and Valley 70750 5th Wheel Trailer HitchAs long as your Valley 5th wheel trailer hitch fits in industry standard above the bed rails (which the 70750 model does) you can use a Reese, Curt, or Husky above the bed installation kit. Valley has gone out of business so there are no Valley kits being produced. I recommend Curt custom installation kit # C16420-204. It fits all bed lengths and cab styles on a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500. I have included a link to a video showing installation of this kit for you.
view full answer... - 5th Wheel Trailer hitch Installation Kit for a 2003 Dodge Ram 3500 Dually 4x4For your 2003 Dodge Ram 3500, you can use a Curt installation kit # C16420-204 which is more cost effective than the Husky kit. You can view current pricing by clicking on the link to the product below. The rails in this kit will accept Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Valley and Husky hitches that fit in above the bed rails. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.
view full answer... - Problems Mounting Curt E16 5th-Wheel Hitch to Rails on 2010 Dodge Ram 3500It's difficult to say what could be causing the problem you are having installing your Curt E5 Fifth Wheel Hitch # C16115 without knowing the manufacturer of the existing rails on the 2010 Dodge Ram Pickup. The Curt E5 is compatible with above-bed base rails by B&W, Curt, Demco, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Husky, Reese and Valley but it's possible the particular rails on your truck are simply not compatible. The front and rear rail should be 22 inches apart when measured from the center of...
view full answer... - Curt 5th Wheel Base Rail Kit Options for 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 Diesel 4x4 Pickup For your 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 diesel 4x4 pickup you can use Curt Universal Base Rail Kit # C16200 as long as the truck does not have overload brackets. Universal kits cost a little less but they require more drilling and a longer overall installation time. The fastest and easiest 5th wheel base rail installation comes from using a custom-fit kit # C16420-204 that includes custom frame brackets that use existing holes in the frame. This means a lot less drilling. Semi-Custom kit # C16301-200...
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Curt A25 Fifth Wheel Hitch that Has Stuck LatchHey Mark that is a bummer to hear. Have you been lubricating it at all this time? I know it's easy to forget to do that but if you do skip the components can get frozen up and hard to use. So I would go with your next plan and grease it up real nice like and I would be willing to bet it will work again. Worst case scenario we do have a replacement head unit for the A25 with the part #C16580.
view full answer... - Does The Curt Q24 5th Wheel Hitch Come With Rails And Install Kit?Hello Reb, thanks for reaching out. We actually offer the Curt Q34 hitch with or without the install kit and rails depending on your needs. I see that you were looking at parts for a 2021 Ram 3500, if you are needing the hitch, install kit and rails for this truck, we have that as part # C32BV. If you are needing just the hitch that will be part # C16245.
view full answer... - Can Curt Q24 Fifth Wheel Hitch Be Used with 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500HDHey Kelli, yes the Curt Q24 fifth wheel hitch part # C16245 will work great with your 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 but you would need to have a set of above mounted fifth wheel rails installed in your truck bed like the Curt part # C16429-204 which is a confirmed fit for your truck. Do you have a set of rails currently?
view full answer... - Rail Kit Adapter to Fit Curt Q24 Hitch in Bed of 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 with OEM Rail KitWe have the Demco rail adapter part # DM6333 which fits the OEM rail kit of your 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 and provides the type of rails that the Curt Q24 part # C16245 that you have is designed to fit in so this would be exactly what you need.
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Rails for a Flat Bed w/ a Recessed Gooseneck Ball Hey Tony! Sorry but there's no way to attach a set of 5th wheel rails to a flat bed with a recessed ball. The gooseneck will be in the way and you won't be able to attach the 5th wheel brackets to the frame. The only solution I have for you is to sell your Curt Q24 item # C16245 and replace it with the Demco Recon item # DM8550046. This 5th wheel hitch was designed specifically to attach to gooseneck balls in recessed wells. It has a 21,000 lbs capacity. You will want to make sure the...
view full answer... - What Are The Differences Between The Curt Q24, Q25, And A25 5th Wheel Trailer HitchesThe three 5th wheel hitches that you are inquiring about are the Curt Q24 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 24,000 lbs, part # C16245 Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs, part # C16265 Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs, part # C16180 The only differences between the Q24 and Q25 is the Q24 is the weight limit. The Q24 is rated for 24,000 lbs, the Q25 is rated for 25,000 lbs. These two 5th wheel hitches cannot be used with a rotating pin box....
view full answer... - Problem with Curt 5th Wheel Hitch Not Easily Releasing Pin To DisconnectI reached out to my contact at Curt and walked him through your issue and process to disconnect. He said the issue sounds like you are taking too much weight off of the hitch. The hitch needs a certain amount of weight on it to function correctly and release the lower portion of the king pin. You may want to try a little more weight on the hitch and a bit less on the jacks. He also recommended that when unhitched to check the connection and disconnection with either a plastic king...
view full answer... - Can Curt Q24 Fifth Wheel Hitch be Used with Rota Flex Pin BoxIf you locked out the rotating portion of the Rota-Flex pin box you could use the Curt Q24 # C16245 with it. Or if you wanted to keep using that feature of the pin box you could go with the A25 hitch part # C16180 which is a redesigned version of the Q24 that will work with the RotaFlex.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Sticking Jaws on Curt Q24 5th Wheel Hitch C16245I am sorry to hear about your problem with your Curt Q24 5th wheel hitch # C16245. With a trailer as large and heavy as a 42-foot Montana it will be critical to have the trailer and truck on level ground and in a straight line with each other for all coupling and uncoupling processes. Any tension between the king pin and the hitch's jaw will make it difficult for the jaw mechanism to open to release the king pin. The Q24 has a color indicator system that tells you the status of the hitch,...
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- Comparing Andersen Ultimate and PullRite SuperLite 5th Wheel Hitches The Andersen Ultimate Conneection 5th Wheel Hitch System with Adapter # AM3200 and the PullRite SuperLite Fifth Wheel Hitch referenced in your question have a very similar design. We do not currently carry PullRite products so I am a little less familiar with this model, but I was able to gather some information from the manufacturer in order to compare the two units. Both hitches feature an extremely lightweight construction. The hitch itself on the Andersen Ultimate weighs only 40 pounds,...
view full answer... - Is My Curt Q24 5th Wheel Hitch Compatible With My Rota-Flex Pin Box?That is correct, your Curt Q24 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16245 is not compatible with Rota-Flex pin boxes like the Trailair Rota-Flex 5th Wheel Pin Box # LC328330. This is due to the pivoting system in the pin box and the pivoting system in the hitch head working against each other which can ultimately lead to the hitch head failing. Instead, your only other option is to replace your pin box, or replace your 5th wheel hitch with something that is compatible with your pin box. I recommend...
view full answer... - Where are the Grease Fittings for the Curt Q24 HitchCurt recommends for the Q24 that you lubricate before each individual use and every 1,000 miles thereafter. Black graphite grease is recommended for the jaw. For a grease gun the part # L30416 would work great since it has a flexible line.
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- How to Lock Fifth Wheel Hitch to Truck BedFor a Curt Q24 bed rail mounted hitch, you'd just need a Curt 5th wheel hitch pin lock, part # C23256. Simply replace one of the existing pins with the # C23256 lock, and you'll be good to go. I've linked to a product description video for the Curt locking pin I recommended.
view full answer... - Recommended Fifth Wheel Hitch for Un-Level TerrainFor hitching and unhitching on uneven terrain, the Curt Q24 you mentioned, part # C16245 would be ideal for you. The hitch features a spherical axial bearing that allows the hitch a full 360 degree tilt, not just side-to-side and front-to-back. This will lessen the chance of the hitch binding on the king pin. The Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Hitch Install Bracket Kit you mentioned, part # C16411-204 would be the correct install kit for your truck. In order to install the fifth wheel hitch,...
view full answer... - How Does Jaw Mechanism of Curt Q24 Hitch Open and LockThe handle/release design of the Curt Q24 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16245 is supposed to work like a ratchet almost. You pull out and release once and the handle should show yellow which means the jaws are unlocked and ready to accept a king pin. Once a king pin passes through the jaws it will lock into place and the handle will show green meaning you are safe to tow. Then to release it you pull the handle and release it and the jaws will unlock, the handle will show the color red, and...
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- Can I Upgrade to a Higher Capacity 5th Wheel Hitch without Upgrading the Installation RailsAssuming that you've got industry standard rails like the Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP30035 you won't have a problem adding another 5th wheel hitch with a higher capacity. The base rails will be able to handle any weight that you throw at them within the capacities of your tow vehicle, so upgrading to a larger 5th wheel hitch won't be an issue assuming it is designed to fit in the same industry standard base rails. With that said,...
view full answer... - Weight Of The Curt Q24 5th Wheel Trailer HitchThe Curt Q24 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 24,000lbs # C16245 weighs approximately 130lbs
view full answer... - What Mounting Slot Spacing on 5th Wheel Rails Fit the Curt Q24 5th Wheel Trailer HitchThe Curt Q24 5th wheel trailer hitch # C16245 fits in industry standard above the bed rails. Industry standard rails have mounting slots that measure 22 inches on center front to back (it is actually closer to 21-13/16 inches). Side to side there are 3 sets of mounting slots per rail. The outside set is spaced 29 inches apart on center, the middle set, which is where the hitch will mount, is spaced 20-1/2 inches apart on center. And the inner set is spaced 10 inches apart on center. I...
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- What is the Difference Between the Curt Q25 and the Curt Q24 5th Wheel Hitches?The only difference between the Curt Q24 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 24,000 lbs item # C16245 and the Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs item # C16265 is weight capacity. The Q25 has a 1,000 lbs heavier capacity than the Q24.
view full answer... - Options for Mounting a Curt Q24 5th Wheel Hitch to the Ford Factory Puck System No, it does not but I have one that does. To mount in the Ford factory puck system you will want the Curt Q24 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with Ford OEM Legs item # C16545-16017. If you already own the Curt Q24 item # C16245 you can still attach it to your F-350's factory puck system. There are two options to do so. The first is to replace the legs using the Curt OEM 5th-Wheel Hitch Legs item # C16017. The second way is to use the Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch item # C88KR.
view full answer... - What is the Best Truck for Towing a 5th Wheel TrailerYou are doing the right thing by doing the research first. There is a lot of conflicting information out there so let me break it down for you and I will provide some part recommendations at the end. Basically, if you want to tow a 5th wheel trailer, the best trucks are going to be long bed 3/4 or 1 tons like a Ford F-250/F-350, Chevy/GMC 2500/3500, or Ram 2500/3500. Half ton trucks could work but are not nearly as capable as the larger trucks. A long bed for sure is something you will...
view full answer... - How to Convert Curt Q24 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch to Sliding Hitch I do have a solution for you, however the Curt R20 Round Tube Slider # C16550 that you referenced will not work to replace the fixed legs on the Curt Q24 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16245. These two systems are not compatible with each other. In order to convert the fixed Curt Q24 Hitch to a sliding model, you will instead need the Curt R24 Round Tube Slider # C16570. This will replace the legs on your hitch to provide you with the needed cab clearance during sharp turns on your short...
view full answer... - 5th Wheel Towing Capacity of 2008 Dodge Ram 1500You will want to confirm the towing capacity of your specific Ram pickup before selecting a 5th wheel hitch and trailer. Since pickups can come with many choices of engine, transmission and axle ratio, your truck could have a higher or lower towing capacity than 8500-lbs. I reviewed the towing guide on the ramtrucks.com website and 8500-lbs is the listed towing capacity for many versions of the current 1500s, but your owner's manual is the best place to confirm what your truck can do since...
view full answer... - Will the Curt Q24 5th Wheel Hitch Work With PullRite OE Puck to Rail Adapter 4439Yes, the Curt Q24 5th Wheel Hitch part # C16245 or part # C16546 will work with the PullRite OE Puck to Rail Adapter 4439.
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Winston C.
8/11/2017
so far the hitch has performed wonderfully . used it to make a trip down to Florida last fall from Va. to pick up a new landmark, witch had a heaver hitch wt. the new hitch seem to make the trip worry free