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This hitch is rated for 16,000 lbs gross towing weight and a 4,000 lbs vertical load limit, giving it the strength to handle large 5th wheel campers and toy haulers. The sturdy steel construction and carbide black finish create a solid foundation for long-haul towing. Once installed, it feels secure and stable under load, so you can tow with peace of mind every mile of the trip.
The dual-pivoting head makes it easier to hitch up even when the ground isn’t perfectly level. With 10 degrees of side-to-side movement, the king pin slides right into place without fighting misalignment. Once coupled, the auto-locking slide-bar jaw wraps around the king pin and latches automatically in both directions, so you only need to step out once to lock it in.
The E16 uses a slide-bar jaw system that locks automatically when the king pin seats in. A rear steel tension bar clamps tight around the king pin for extra holding force, cutting down on rattle and movement during travel. That tighter fit translates into a quieter, smoother ride with less chucking through rough sections of road.
For short-bed trucks where clearance is tight, the S20 slider gives you 12 inches of fore/aft travel to keep the trailer clear of the cab during slow turns. The non-binding design moves easily even under load, letting you slide back when maneuvering at camp or in parking lots without wrestling with stuck hardware. It adds confidence when turning sharp without risking contact between truck and trailer.
Every truck and trailer combo sits a little differently, so adjustable height matters. This hitch lets you fine-tune the setup across four positions between 14 and 17 inches tall, helping you get a level trailer stance and proper bed rail clearance. The included base rails and installation kit make setup straightforward for anyone comfortable doing their own install.
Alternate Instructions
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Hey guys, this is Jake here with etrailer. Today we're gonna be going over the CURT E16 replacement 5th wheel head. This is designed to replace your E16 5th wheel head. If you've already got one and you're wanting to replace it. If it got damage or if it's old and rusty this is gonna be a perfect fit. It's also gonna come with the replacement bracket.
If you'd like to swap out the head on the S20 which is their new slider base, you can put this in, mount it to the correct height and then put this hitch head right in the top of it. You are gonna get all the replacement parts that initially come with the kit so you'll get new hardware, new pins, a new handle, and this bracket. The best way to get this set up inside the S20 base is to set your head height with the bracket first and then set the head on top of it. Now with our new hardware, we can set the height of our hitch a lot easier than a lot of other hitches out there. A lot of 'em are gonna have to set it with the head attached but this bracket only weighs about 10 pounds so it's really easy to get it in place.
Now to get your new head in place, it's as simple as setting it on top of the bracket. And again, it will come with two new pins. And that's, I think that's kind of nice 'cause when you're replacing you know, new parts you'd like to put new hardware in too 'cause chances are these are gonna be pretty wore out. So some of the reasons why you would need to replace your 5th wheel head is if it's got a lot of rust on it it's gonna start to affect the integrity of the strength of the hitch itself. So if it's got too much rust you might think about replacing it.
If you've not been using enough grease or any grease at all this head can start to score and once it starts scoring you can't really go back 'cause it needs a smooth surface to slide on your kingpin base. Another reason is your grease gets dirty that can cause scoring. If you're not using a lube plate. There's a lot of different reasons of why you would need to replace this head. If your mechanism isn't working correctly anymore.
But it's good to know that you can just replace the head. But with that being said, a lot of people what they'll do is they'll, if they have an A16 or an E16 head and they have the traditional base but they get a new vehicle and they'd like to switch to the slider, you can keep your old head, get the slider, and then later on you can replace the head. So there's several different options and reasons of why you would need a new E16 head. Well, with all that being said, we've got it all installed it's ready to go, and it's ready for our next trip.
Ratings & Reviews
Didier
5/28/2023
Excellent, pas de problème depuis 1 an
Nick S.
11/3/2025
I am glad to hear that everything was in tact and in the package despite the damage. The install looked like it went well, it is great to hear the videos were a big help, and it looks great in the truck. What are you planning on towing with the hitch?
Brooke M.
4/11/2025
Wow--thanks for sharing your experience with the hitch! I bet you aren't the only one this has happened to, and I think you might be saving someone a lot of time with tracking down a solution. Thanks, Juan! Congratulations on the new RV, too!
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3/13/2022
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