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Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ S25 Slider for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
Part Number: C57FJ
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CURT 5th Wheel Hitch - C57FJ
Highlights
- Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
- Strength You Can Trust: Rated for 25,000 lbs GTW and 6,250 lbs vertical load for hauling heavy fifth wheels.
- Smooth, Quiet Towing: Interlocking 2-jaw system and torsion head cut rattle and chucking.
- Know You're Hooked Up at a Glance: Color-coded 3-point indicator shows couple, tow, or uncouple status.
- Tight Turns Made Easy: Non-binding S25 slider gives 12" fore/aft travel for short-bed clearance.
- Quick Removal When Not Towing: 1-pin head release lets one person lift the hitch from the bed.
Features to know about
Built for Heavy 5th Wheels: 25,000 lbs GTW and 6,250 lbs Vertical Load Limit
This hitch is made for serious towing jobs with a 25,000-lb gross towing weight and a 6,250-lb vertical load limit. The solid steel build, finished in durable carbide powder coat, gives you the strength and reliability needed for long hauls. It’s the kind of heavy-duty setup that keeps everything steady from hookup to highway.
Secure Grip for a Quieter Pull: Interlocking Dual Jaws with 360-Degree Contact
The rounded, two-piece jaw design completely wraps around the king pin for full 360-degree contact. That tight connection cuts down on rattling and movement compared to slide-bar models, leaving you with a smoother, quieter tow. It’s a simple but confidence-building difference you’ll notice right away when you hit the road.
Stay in Control at Every Step: Color-Coded Three-Point Lock Indicator
No guessing or second-checking—just look at the lock indicator to know exactly where you stand. Red means uncoupled, yellow means ready to couple, and green means you’re locked in for towing. The system is visible right from the cab and automatically resets after you uncouple, so hooking up again is quick and easy.
Smooth Turning in Tight Spots: S25 Slider with 12" of Fore/Aft Travel
When space gets tight on slow turns, the S25 slider gives you up to 12" of travel front to back. It moves smoothly to create the clearance needed between your cab and trailer so you can maneuver without worry. The non-binding design latches automatically in both directions and keeps movements quiet and controlled.
Easy Removal When You Need Your Bed Back: One-Pin Head Release
Clearing your bed is fast thanks to the one-pin head removal system. Just pull the pin and lift off the head—no tools required. It’s designed so one person can handle it, which is perfect when you want to switch from tow duty to hauling gear without hassle.
Specs
Weight and Capacity
- Gross towing weight: 25,000 lbs
- Vertical load limit: 6,250 lbs
Dimensions
- Slider travel: 12" front to back
- Hitch height: 17-1/2" - 21-1/2"
Warranty
- Limited lifetime warranty
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Alternate Instructions
Video of Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ S25 Slider for Dodge Ram - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Video Transcript for What to Know About the Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails
Hello, everybody. This is Jeff at etrailer.com. Today we're gonna take a look at the CURT Universal Carbide Black Finish Fifth Wheel Base Rails. Now, these base rails will install in your truck bed. And they provide the necessary attachment points for your fifth wheel hitch installation. Now, when these rails are used with the CURT's Custom Mounting Brackets, which we sell separate on a website, these rails will cut in half the time it takes to install your fifth wheel trailer hitch.
We mentioned the finish on this. I'm gonna zoom in and sort of show it. It's a carbide black finish, sort of like a matte black finish, so it matches the finish if you use it on the CURT Q5 20K Fifth Wheel Hitch. Now, these rails are universal, so they will work with the following fifth wheel hitches. They work with the CURT brand, the Draw-Tite, the Hidden Hitch, the Reese, and even the Husky.
This part here will include the two base rails. Now, we mentioned the mounting brackets, the custom mounting brackets, the hardware, and an installation kit is all sold separately. The length on these rails, if we put a tape measure on them from one end to the other, right at 43 inches long. But that should do it for the review on the CURT Universal Carbide Black Finish Fifth Wheel Base Rails.
Ratings & Reviews
4.3
889 reviews
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Mark
10/01/2026
It arrived on great shape for being so heavy! Packed very well.
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Allan
04/22/2023
I order the items I need and they were immediately placed for delivery. I received hitch and slide quickly. Packages were shipped with care. Excellent instructions.
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Ron
04/04/2024
GMC
Sierra
The Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with S25 slider worked perfectly on my 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD Denali. Install was a breeze. Great pricing as well at etrailer.com.
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Bill
09/12/2022
The directions on this item are horrible. I finally figured it out and was able to install it onto my Ram 1500, but only after spending hours trying to make everything fit right. If you're looking for a hitch setup to pull a trailer long distances, I would advise you to look at other options. This will work for my short trips with my half-ton pickup, but I would not want to pull anything more than 50 miles with this setup.
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Frederick
07/28/2021
No issues. Tough installation as my truck has many interference brackets that made getting the nuts and bolts into place. No other issues to to report.
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Jonathon
08/03/2025
Good hitch heaven duty
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Shannon
12/22/2023
only received part of my order.i am alittle disappointed.
Shannon N.
12/29/2023
Yes it all arrived yesterday .I just wasn't expecting it on three different trucks. I am happy with the hitch and the timely shipping. Merry Christmas.
Mike L.
12/30/2023
@ShannonN Thank you, we hope you had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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Marc
01/27/2024
Thank you for making this process so quick and easy. Package arrived 3 days earlier than expected. Was notified every step of the way what stage my order was in. Very pleased with my experience working with etrailer.com
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David
04/01/2024
Easy installation great fifth wheel.
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Randall
08/04/2024
Hitch was easy to install. It's also very easy to use,no guessing as to what position it's in.
The ride was great, not a lot of bounce.
The ride was great, not a lot of bounce.
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Matthew
03/09/2021
Fit great haven’t had any issues
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David
07/12/2023
Excellent product.
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Edward
01/05/2024
2022
K-Z
Venom V-Series 5W Toy Hauler
Heavy heavy lol looks great package well
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Matt
07/19/2024
Quick ship and easy to install!
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Donna
09/24/2022
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Kyle
07/27/2024
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Chevrolet
Silverado 2500
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10/29/2024
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10/26/2023
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07/20/2024
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Robert
05/03/2026
So here's my thoughts after installing this unit. First, the unit is made in the USA (according to their website) but al the bolts used are metric. Second, the installation instructions are generic and are mostly for a fixed hitch versus the sliding hitch, so you have to guess on assembly of some items. Also, you pay close to $[XX] for this unit and they go cheap and do not provide any lubricating grease that "they" recommend you apply. $[XX] purchase and could not include 10 cents worth of grease. Finally, the torque specs are listed but the bolt locations are not shown with pictures, just a name which you need to guess. This can be problematic since the torque specs range from 60 ft lbs up to 200ft lbs. Choose the wrong one and you break a bolt off.
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