Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R16 Slider - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram - Carbide Finish
Part Numbers: C16521,C16430-204
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Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R16 Slider - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
part number: C16521
Heavy-duty 5th-wheel trailer hitch has interlocking jaws, a torsion head, and a color-coded lock indicator for safety and security. Non-binding slider ensures proper clearance during slow turns. Rails and universal installation kit sold separately.
Features:
- 5th-Wheel hitch mounts in your truck bed so you can tow your 5th-wheel trailer
- Interlocking 2-jaw system provides 360-degree jaw-to-king-pin contact
- Less rattle and more security than slide-bar models
- 3-Point indicator system - color coding tells you if hitch is ready to uncouple, couple, or tow
- Lock indicators visible from cab
- Fully articulating torsion head for controlled coupling and a stable, quiet ride
- Self-aligns for easy hookup
- Suppresses road shock
- Reduces bothersome towing noise
- Non-binding slider provides clearance required for short-bed pickups to turn safely at slow speeds
- Prevents trailer from hitting the cab of your pickup during sharp, slow-speed turns
- Slides smoothly on rounded, non-binding rods
- Designed for use on trucks with beds shorter than 8'
- Not recommended for use on truck beds shorter than 6'
- Lockable handle lets you easily secure trailer to hitch with padlock (sold separately)
- Single-throw operation
- Self-resets to the ready-to-couple position after you uncouple your trailer
- 2 Built-in zerk fittings for easy lubrication
- Fast 1-pin head removal makes it easy for 1 person to remove hitch
- Included plastic lube plate lets king pin glide smoothly into hitch during hookup
- 4" Height adjustment
- Simple installation with base rails and installation kit
- Compatible with B&W, Curt, Demco, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Husky, Reese, and Valley above-bed base rails
- Sturdy steel construction with durable, carbide powder coat finish
Specs:
- Gross towing weight: 16,000 lbs
- Vertical load limit: 4,000 lbs
- Slider travel: 12" front to back
- Hitch height: 17-1/2" - 21-1/2"
- Warranty:
- Limited lifetime for hitch
- 5-Year limited for roller
Secure, Interlocking Two-Piece Jaw
Unlike slide-bar models, the rounded, interlocking, two-piece jaw on this fifth-wheel trailer hitch inhibits rattle and movement by securely wrapping around your trailer's king pin, resulting in easier hookup and a safer, quieter ride.
Three-Point Indicator System
Get peace of mind with Curt's color-coded lock indicator. Just look at the indicator - either the one on the handle or the one on the hitch itself - to determine whether the jaw is in the correct position to uncouple (red), couple (yellow) or tow (green).
R16 Slider
Most often used on trucks with 6' and 6-1/2' beds, this roller helps to eliminate clearance problems during slow-speed turns. When you are towing a fifth-wheel trailer, your hitch must be situated on the cab side of your truck's rear axle. However, at slow speeds you can use a roller to slide the fifth-wheel hitch (and the trailer) toward your truck's tailgate and past the rear axle, creating enough space between the cab of your truck and the trailer to permit less-restricted turning.
Non-Binding Design
The round-tube design of this slider allows for relatively uninhibited movement of your fifth-wheel hitch. Because your hitch can glide smoothly and easily along the rods, there is less chance of binding.
With straight, flat contact points, as found with square-tube sliders, tension can build between the slider and the hitch when your truck and trailer are somewhat out of line or are on uneven ground. As a result, it can be difficult to properly activate the slider when your truck and trailer are not in a straight line.
With a round-tube slider, there is more give between the contacting surfaces, allowing better mobility of the hitch system. Fewer corners means less tension buildup. Activating a round-tube slider is easier, and operation as a whole is smoother.
Curt rebranded this fifth-wheel trailer hitch by changing its name from Q16 to A16 in 2016. All features and specifications remained the same.
16521 Curt A16 (Q16) Fifth-Wheel Trailer Hitch with R16 Roller
16520 Curt A16 (Q16) Fifth-Wheel Trailer Hitch Head Unit
16560 Curt R16 Fifth-Wheel Roller - 16,000 lbs
Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram - Carbide Finish
part number: C16430-204
Install your fifth-wheel trailer hitch in half the time with this vehicle-specific bracket kit. Requires no drilling and provides a custom fit for your vehicle. Includes everything you need for installation.
Features:
- Custom brackets mount beneath your truck bed to provide attachment points for 5th wheel rails
- Base rails sit in truck bed and allow installation of 5th wheel trailer hitch
- Custom fit - brackets mount to existing holes in your vehicle's frame
- Minimizes drilling
- Installation time is cut in half, compared with universal bracket systems
- Complete kit includes brackets, rails and hardware
- Visible rails have carbide finish to match your hitch
- Compatible hitches - Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Valley and Husky 5th wheel hitches
16430 Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit
C16204 5th Wheel Rails - Curt Carbide Black
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Customer Reviews
Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R16 Slider - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs - C16521
Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram - Carbide Finish - C16430-204
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (592 Customer Reviews)
Heavy-duty 5th-wheel trailer hitch has interlocking jaws, a torsion head, and a color-coded lock indicator for safety and security. Non-binding slider ensures proper clearance during slow turns. Rails and universal installation kit sold separately. Install your fifth-wheel trailer hitch in half the time with this vehicle-specific bracket kit. Requires no drilling and provides a custom fit for your vehicle. Includes everything you need for installation.by: James 05/15/2023
The Curt A16 5th wheel w/ R16 slider is a great looking hitch. I received the hitch on May 11, 2023, replacing an older Reese 15K hitch with a slider lock bar. It was easy to finish the assembly and install. I immediately took my fifth wheel out, using the new hitch with the dual jaw locking system. The ride was amazing. The RV, which weighs approximately 10,000 pounds, loaded, did not buck or rattle, and responded perfectly to the turns, acceleration and deceleration with no issue. It was if there was nothing behind me.
The only issue with the Curt A16 is the height. At its lowest setting, the nose of the trailer was up too high. However, by raising the tongue of the RV to its highest setting, I was able to remedy most of that issue. I am looking forward to my trips this year with the new hitch!
by: Paul04/25/2024
So far it works great. Only pulled in a short distance and backed it up into my driveway. Make sure you have help lifting this. Very Very heavy. Directions were average but got the job done. Love the extra turning radius on my short bed F250. Make sure all the parts are there. The handle to release the king pin off the hitch was not in the packaging. The box that the hitch and slide came in were all in tacked and looked good. Emailed etrailer and within a few hours they sent were processing the order for the handle. Arrived in 2 days. That's great customer service.
by: Gilberto03/27/2024
Looks like a received a returned hitch. All my hardware is missing. And still waiting on one box. The sliding rails. Starting off to a bad start.
by: Kevin L 09/14/2016
First off I just got done installing the hitch and I hooked on my 35ft fith wheel trailer and went for a ride with windows down sun roof open and not a single rattle , clank , or noise from the bed of the truck with this hitch . It was easy to assemble but I did have one spot where the paint got chipped on the slider during shipping so I just touched it up . Very satisfied with hitch it latches automatically when you back in to it and the slider part works like it should .
by: Kevin06/06/2022
Upgraded from TT to fifth wheel. Once I learned the basic operation I have had mo problems with this hitch. Rides a little high because of adapter for factory puck adaptor but still fits my tonneau cover which I also bought from etrailer.
by: Ron C05/15/2017
The Curt system is really high quality. No issues at all putting the system in. One thing I do like is the position of the plate handle. It does not stick upward and is even with the plate. By designing the handle that way I can still cover my bed with my tonneau cover where other manufactures the handle was higher than the bed rail. The price was excellent and dealing with customer service was the same.
by: Gwen 05/08/2024
Very happy with this hitch. Installed it myself with the installation instructions and trailer videos. Mush easier to operate than my old hitch.
by: Daimon C. 06/25/2019
Great product. Easy to assemble and fits perfectly in standard bed rails on 22” center. I have coupled up with it but have not towed with it yet. Have a short trip of about 400 miles coming up in about 2 weeks. So far I am very happy with the way it couples and slides. Unlike my old square tube slider this one is very smooth and the price was right . Ordered late afternoon on Thursday and it delivered on Monday. Great shipping time. I like everything about it especially the fact that when you uncouple it is automatically set to recouple.
by: Jared08/08/2022
Great hitch and great value. Our trailer is 2000lbs on the hitch and 12000lbs loaded, so not a huge rig. My favorite feature on this hitch is the locking jaw system, it makes coupling and un-coupling very smooth. The slider (when rarely used) is very smooth as well. Most of our towing is in the Colorado mountains and I feel very safe using this hitch. Lastly, I know this is just aesthetics, but it's a nice looking hitch.
by: Ryan12/30/2023
Maybe need to work on the packaging part of the process. Not real sure if I have all the pieces to the product since the box was completely ripped apart. We order from etrailer all the time and it’s the same issue every time. The packaging process
by: Rod04/23/2019
I am very pleased with my 5th wheel hitch.the install of the rails went well,and the assembly of the hitch itself also went well.first time towing 5th wheel no problem. I thought it was great that it was delivered promptly to my home no charge freight,that I believe saved me a lot money. I look forward to doing more towing this summer knowing the hitch is quality . Thank you for the follow up,I would recommend e trailer to anybody shopping for trailering equipment.
by: Monica03/20/2018
We love our Curt A16 5th Wheel Hitch W/r16 Slider that we purchased last year through etrailer.com. This hitch is a top quality, well-made hitch. It's very easy to hitch and unhitch. We couldn't be happier.
by: Mike C.08/02/2017
This is my first fifth wheel. I have a short bed so I got the package deal with the hitch and the slider. Took me about 5 hrs to install with the custom mounting brackets and rails for my 2015 chevy 2500 HD. Everything went as the instructions said without any issues. I have only pulled my RV with it one time just to try it out. Felt very smooth no rattles or pops as I have herd with other hitches. So far I like it a lot.
by: Ryan05/22/2024
Have not gotten to tow yet but everything went together fairly easy. One major disappointment was the shipping and the packages were dumped in my driveway.
by: Mike07/26/2019
Could not be happier. ...shipping arriving on time as scheduled, with other options available to your needs.
Shipping boxes little tore up but
exspected as it is heavy, but product boxes undamaged along with the items..
Assembly easy with directions included, and a video to help if needed. ..or staff to call to get you through.
Had existing rails to mount into, with the side mounting right in...head assembly fit into the slide without any issues. You will have to make your height adjustments depending on your needs for your application as I did..
First pull I made from last hitch was a 100% noticeable difference. Hook up and disconect with ease without any issues.
I will HIGHLY recommend etrailer for any needs to anyone they may have or products needing.
Thanks etrailer. ..you will be hearing from me down the road if needed for any of my RV needs
by: Josh D.03/18/2017
Great hitch used it on a few trips already driven over 3,000 miles. Love the dual jaws and the adjustability, my truck sits a bit higher and I was able to adjust this down to get it where it needed to be- even with the Reese adapter plate(see photo). The polyurethane is also a nice touch, makes the ride a little more cozy then a standard hitch. Use with the provided lube plate
by: David G.11/02/2017
I recently installed the Q16 Slider Hitch on my 2004 Chevy Silverado 2500HD. I have used it a couple of times now pulling my 5th wheel and have had no issues with it at all. I used the slide feature twice and both times it worked very easily and had my truck and trailer at a 90 degree angle with plenty of room to spare. Great product, was delivered in a very timely manner with no issues.
by: Michael09/09/2023
I called etrailer.com & spoke to a representative. After telling him which truck I had & the RV I was purchasing, he made 2 suggestions. I went with the Curt sliding 5th wheel hitch. With the hitch at it's lowest setting & the kingpin box at it's highest setting, the RV continues to sit 4 inches higher in the front compared to the back. When I called etrailer.com, I was told by the rep to speak with someone higher. I left a message on his voicemail. That was 2 days ago & still no call.
Needless to say I am disappointed.
by: Jason01/07/2024
Went together without a hitch. Package box was in terrible shape but to my surprise un damaged.
by: Brendan R.07/21/2017
I received the 2500HD custom fit rail kit and A16 slider hitch very quickly which was great because we were on a time crunch to pick up our new camper. I selected this hitch and rail combination after reading all of the positive reviews. A buddy and I installed it ourselves in a few hours and could not be more happy with the fitment. We used the installation video below the product description which really helped. Etrailer was great to work with and I would definitely order from them again. We will be picking up our fifth wheel this weekend and will comment on how well it performs!
by: Chris 10/10/2023
I neeeded to replaced my 15 year old hitch, shopped around, did my research, decided on the Curt A16. LOVE this hitch! On the old hitch I couldn't see the king pin when backing up, old plate sat high in front, this one stays level so you can see the pin and it's highth easily. When the hitch locks around the pin you get a green indicator on the front of the hicth, nice feature. You can easily see that the pin is locked in by double checking the back of the hitch.This is a slider hitch, mechanism works smoothly and trouble free. Like anything else, clean it, lubricate it, maintain it. Would recommend this hitch, would buy it again. Nicely priced at Etrailer. One more thing; Instalation and assembly were easy, basic nuts and bolts.
by: Dustin01/30/2019
Great service, great products. Along with the slide hitch I also got the rails and brackets for my truck. It was a perfect fit. The only difficulty was tightening the bolts going through the bed to the brackets. There’s only about an inch clearance. The only thing I would change would be flipping the bolts so the nuts were easy to get to in the bed. However I was afraid it would compromise strength and safety. Ordered on Monday, delivered on Wednesday. And shipping was free!!! Awesome for a nearly 300lbs shipment.
by: Nick05/07/2019
The ease of use with this hitch is unsurpassed. It slipped right into the rails in my bed and towed like a dream. No chucking or banging when starting/stopping. I almost forgot I had almost 11,000 pounds behind me. Thank you Curt and etrailer!
by: David 01/18/2022
Hitch works excellent, especially for a first time fifth wheel owner. Slider is easy to use. Have towed almost 3000 miles with it through the mountains of Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, North Carolina, and also Michigan. Trailer is 10,500 dry weight.
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- Will Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch Allow Backing up With Sidewinder in 2019 Ford F-150 Short Bed
- Although a sliding hitch is not necessary with a short bed truck if you have a Sidewinder, the answer to your question is you can back up with any sliding 5th wheel hitch on your 2019 Ford F-150 when using a Sidewinder like # RP34FR, you simply need to ensure you lock out the slider and you're set.
I recommend using a fixed hitch along with a sidewinder, like as mentioned above. For the hitch and installation kit, I recommend the reliable Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Single Jaw
view full answer... - Comparison of Demco Hijacker Autoslide and Curt A16 Sliding 5th Wheel Hitches for 2017 Ram 2500
- The obvious difference is that the # C16521 uses a manually operated slider and the Demco Hijacker Autoslide # DM8550034 uses an automatic sliding mechanism. The Curt offers 12 inches of rearward travel, while the Demco Hijacker Autoslide offers 14 inches. The Demco is height adjustable from 15-1/4 inches to 18 inches above the bed floor while the Curt can adjust from 17-1/2 to 21-1/2 inches in height.
The Demco Hijacker uses a single wrap around jaw that contacts the king pin all the
view full answer... - Height Setting for Curt A16 Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Your numbers are spot on! The Curt A16 slider hitch # C16521 appears to be at the right height setting for towing your fifth wheel trailer level while accommodating possible suspension sag as well. You measured from the right places; the pin box mounting surface down to the ground as well as the truck bed floor to ground and computed the difference to give you the hitch height needed.
view full answer... - Can Curt Fifth Wheel Clear Top of Bed on 2017 Ford F-250
- The Curt A16 # C16521 is going to give you the highest available hitch setting, though it still is not going to give you a 7 inch clearance over the top of your 2017 Ford F-250's bed. If you need additional clearance to stay level, you would want to consider a king pin replacement; I've added a link to our page with all of our replacement king pins for you to take a look at.
The Curt # C16521 will install into the truck bed of your '17 F-250 with the B&W Custom 5th Wheel Installation
view full answer... - Correct Curt A16 and Slider for 2020 Ford F-250 with OEM Prep Package
- For your 2020 Ford F-250 with the factory prep package, the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider for Ford Towing Prep Package, part # C16520-16020 would be the correct one.
The height on the Curt A16 is adjustable from 17 to 21 inches (measured from top of the pickup bed floor to the top of the hitch skid plate). The fifth-wheel trailer hitch's height setting is taken by measuring from the ground to the king pin, then from the ground to your truck bed. Then subtract the second
view full answer... - Will the Curt A16 Slider 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2020 Chevy 2500 with Pucks Fit Under Tonneau Cover
- The Curt A16 Slider 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16521 with Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch part # C88KR is a great options for a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 with 6-3/4 Foot Bed and OEM Prep Pkg. It will have a minimum hitch head height setting of 19-1/2" with the adapter. I show the cargo box height as 21" so it should fit under a tonneau cover but you could easily measure this yourself to confirm.
view full answer... - Slider 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch and Install Kit for a 2013 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Short Bed
- I will be happy to help you select a 5th wheel sliding hitch for your 2013 Chevy Silverado 2500 short bed. First you will need an installation kit. I recommend a custom installation kit because you will not have to drill into the truck frame for installation so it does not take as long to install and installation will be easier overall.
The most popular custom install kit is # RP50066-58. I have included links to the instructions and a video showing installation for you.
For your
view full answer... - Do the Locking Jaws On the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Need Greased
- I have attached for you below the maintenance schedule of the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16521 which does indeed entail greasing of the locking jaw mechanism, the pivot points in particular. The Prime Guard Wheel Bearing Hi-Temp Red Grease part # L11380 for the tub or part # L11465 for the tube will work well for this. If you don't already have a grease gun, the LubriMatic Standard Pistol Grip Grease Gun part # L30-310 is what I recommend.
view full answer... - Curt A16 vs A20 5th Wheel Hitch for 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD With Puck System
- In regards to the Curt A16 Slider 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16521 with Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch part # C88KR, the weight capacity is 16,000 lbs. Therefore, so long as the trailer does not exceed this you'll be fine. If you want to opt for a higher capacity which allows for more room for error then you can use the Curt A20 Slider 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16541 which has a 20,000 lb capacity. The A20 weighs about 30 lbs more than the A16.
I recommend the A20
view full answer... - Can Reese Elite Fixed Fifth Wheel Hitch be Converted to Slider Hitch
- I checked with Reese and they do not offer replacement slider legs for their Elite hitches so the best solution will be a new slider hitch that fits your Ford OEM rail kit with part # RP30144.
view full answer... - Reducing Chucking While Towing 2015 Grand Design Reflections Fifth Wheel for 2013 Ford F-150
- To reduce the amount of chucking that you are experiencing when towing your 2015 Grand Design Reflections Fifth Wheel with a gooseneck adapter, I recommend installing a fifth wheel hitch on your 2013 Ford F-150.
If your F-150 has a 6-1/2 ft bed, I recommend the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R16 Slider, # C16521, and the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch, # C16120, for an 8 ft bed.
Both options are cushioned hitches that provide additional shock absorption between the truck and
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch And Wiring For 2015 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 6-3/4 Foot Bed
- Your 2015 Ford F-250 Crew Cab SRW 4x4 with 6.7L Diesel is rated by Ford to pull 15,900 lbs. I don't recommend pulling at full capacity all the time, but you will have many options for 5th wheel trailers within your towable range.
With your short bed, you will need to get a sliding hitch to account for the lack of clearance space when turning. You don't want your new trailer to hit your truck cab, so a sliding hitch is the recommended route for all short bed trucks. There are many
view full answer... - Recommended Usage Of The Maneuvering Position On A Sliding Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Pulling with the slider in the maneuvering position will put unnecessary strain on your truck and hitch. This is why the hitch manufacturer and I both highly recommend not pulling for more than the turn and below 10 mph. The slide lock isn't rated for going at higher speeds and having to brake. Depending on the speed the hitch may not hold if it goes sliding forward and you could potentially have a loose 5th wheel barreling down the road. As for the truck you could damage your axle and
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch and Adapter Rails For 2016 Ram 2500 With Factory Rail Kit
- For your 2016 Ram 2500 I recommend the Curt Q16 Sliding Fifth Wheel Hitch, # C16521 along with the Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider - Ram Towing Prep Package, # C16022. You do have the correct part number. Curt Rebranded this hitch by changing its name from Q16 to A16 in 2016. All of the features and specifications remained the same.
This combination will work great with your 2016 Ram 2500 with Factory Rails Kit.
view full answer... - Where is the Height Range of a Fifth Wheel Hitch Measured From
- The height range of the Curt Slider Fifth Wheel Hitch part # C16521 is from the top of the install rails to the top of hitch with the head sitting level. Most rails are about 1-1/4 inches in height. So the maximum height the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16521 that you referenced would sit in the bed of your truck would be 18-1/4 inches.
Slider hitches are usually pretty heavy and this hitch is no exception as it weighs 193 lbs.
The price for this hitch is available at the link
view full answer... - Recommended 5th-Wheel Hitch Height on 2014 Ram 2500 for Eclipse Attitude Toy Hauler
- The different height adjustments on the Sliding 5th-Wheel Hitches that are compatible with your 2014 Ram 2500 are needed to make the trailer you are towing as level as possible. If you are concerned about the trailer being level, there is a simple measurement you can take to determine exactly the height you will need.
If you can, I recommend driving your Ram 2500 up to the trailer dealer where the Eclipse Attitude Toy Hauler is and taking this measurement. First you will want to make
view full answer... - Recommended Curt Sliding Fifth Wheel Hitch for 2007 Dodge Ram Short Bed
- To tow a fifth wheel trailer with your 2007 Dodge Ram with a 6-1/2 foot bed you will need to install base rails in your truck bed in order to mount a Curt sliding hitch.
Base rails come with installation kits and there are two different options for an '07 Dodge Ram, depending on the model of your truck; I will list the kits and you can select the right one. Keep in mind these kits come with both the base rails and frame brackets so you do not need to purchase them separately.
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view full answer... - Fifth Wheel Hitch Solution for Truck with B and W Turnoverball Gooseneck Hitch
- Fifth wheel rail kits like the part # C16430-204 that you referenced can't fit with the B and W Gooseneck Turnoverball setup you mentioned but the really great news is that since you have a Turnoverball hitch installed already there's a Companion hitch that fits it directly with the part # BWRVK3500. Many argue that this is the best fifth wheel hitch out there based on how easy it is to use, how quiet it is, and how reliable it is over time.
view full answer... - Weight Rating of Curt Base Rail Installation Kit # C16430-204
- Fifth-wheel base rails and their corresponding mounting brackets like the Curt Installation Kit # C16430-204 for your 2019 Ram 3500 don't actually have a listed weight capacity, as they are made to match the capacity of any 5th wheel hitch that would be mounted. This just means the limiting factor on your setup is going to be the 30K gooseneck adapter you plan on using, or the capacity of the truck itself if it is less than this.
The rails can absolutely be used with your 30K gooseneck
view full answer... - Correct Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for a 2020 Ram 3500 without Factory Prep Package
- The correct Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for a 2020 Ram 3500 without Factory Prep Package is part # C16430-204. This kit offers a mostly bolt-on install with no drilling into the frame required. If you do have the Factory Prep Package however then you will instead need to use the Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch part # C29BR. These kits will both provide a set of industry standard above bed rails which allow you to use a standard fifth wheel hitch like the Curt CrossWing
view full answer... - 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Installation Kit for a 2014 Ram 3500 Crew Cab and Husky 16K Slider Hitch
- Husky does not currently have a 5th wheel installation kit for the 2014 Ram 3500. But you can use Curt installation kit # C16430-204. The Husky slider hitch will fit in the Curt rails. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.
There is no drilling required to install the below the bed frame brackets but with any installation kit you will have to drill through the bed to attach the rails to the brackets.
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Rails for a 2023 Ram 3500
- To add a set of 5th wheel rails to your 2023 Ram 3500, I recommend the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit item # C16430-204. These custom fit brackets mount to existing holes in your truck's frame. They fit both the 6-1/2' and 8' bed.
To make towing with a 5th wheel easier I recommend adding the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness item # C56000. This harness puts a 7-way connector in the bed of your truck and allows you to keep the one on your bumper. This makes hooking
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Rail Installation Kit For 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 With 8 Bed
- I would be happy to help!
While there is not a custom fit option confirmed to fit your 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 with an 8' bed, the Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP30035 is confirmed to fit and will give you the above bed industry standard rails (ISR) you are looking for to install a 5th wheel hitch.
If you do not already have a 5th wheel hitch, I recommend taking a look at the Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs # RP30047
view full answer... - Correct Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for a 2020 Ram 3500
- The correct Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for a 2020 Ram 3500 is part # C16430-204 which is composed of the Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails part # C16204 and the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit part # CU96FR.
view full answer... - Recommended Fifth Wheel Install Kit For 2021 Ram 1500 Limited Short Bed EcoDiesel
- My contact at Curt said the correct 5th wheel install kit for your 2021 Ram 1500 Limited Shortbed EcoDiesel is the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram # C16307-104 which is designed to fit all models of the 2019-2021 Ram 1500's.
This kit will allow you to use any fifth wheel hitch made for Industry Standard Rails (ISR). Since your truck is a short bed I typically recommend a sliding hitch to give you extra trailer to cab clearance when turning.
I recommend taking a look
view full answer... - Options For Installing 5th Wheel Hitch In 2019 Ram 3500 without OEM Puck System
- They do not make an aftermarket puck system kit for your 2019 Ram 3500, so you have a few options to get a 5th wheel hitch installed.
The standard way is installing above bed rails # C16430-204 to use a sliding 5th wheel hitch # C55DR if you have a 6-1/2' bed, or a fixed 5th wheel hitch # C16140 if you have an 8' bed.
If having the permanently installed above bed rails is a buzz kill for you, then another option is installing the B&W Turnoverball # BWGNRK1320-5W will allow you to
view full answer... - Fifth Wheel Base Rail Kit for 2015 Ram 3500 to Mount Curt 20K Fifth Wheel Hitch
- The base rail kit you need for your 2015 Ram 3500 is the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram # C16430-204.
This will fit either your 6-1/2 foot or 8 foot bed and does not require any drilling into your truck's frame brackets to install, which is not only great for your truck, but also significantly cuts down on the installation time.
This kit will allow you to mount your Curt 20k fifth wheel hitch such as the Curt A20 # C16140 (fixed hitch for long beds) or # C16541 (sliding
view full answer... - Recommended Base Rails for 2018 Ram 3500 Using Anderson Ultimate 5th Wheel Hitch
- Yes. The Anderson Ultimate Hitch # AM3200 is designed to fit in the industry standard base rails, so you can use the # C16430-204 on your 2018 Ram 3500 short bed and have a complete 5th wheel towing setup.
view full answer... - What Is the Weight Capacity of the Curt Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for a 2019 Ram 3500
- For starters, the fifth wheel install kit I recommend for a 2019 Ram 3500 is the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit part # C16430-204 which does not require any drilling into the frame. The Curt Semi-Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kits does save money but is not a good option because it requires drilling into the frame. In regards to weight capacity, there isn't one for the base rails or frame brackets because this will come from the fifth wheel hitch. In other words, the weight
view full answer... - Does Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit For Dodge Ram Fit 2019 Ram 3500 With OEM Prep Pkg
- Since your 2019 Ram 3500 8' Bed has the OEM Prep Package, the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Dodge Ram # C16430-204 you were looking at will not work.
If you already have a fifth wheel hitch you can simply use the Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter for Ram OEM 5th Wheel Towing Prep Package # DM6099 which will allow you to use a fifth wheel hitch that uses the standard above bed industry standard rails.
If you don't already have a fifth wheel hitch I recommend the Curt A25
view full answer... - Can a 5th Wheel Hitch in a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Be Used in a 2019 Ram 3500
- That really depends on the 5th wheel hitch that you have and what set-up is in your Silverado and the Ram.
If you have a Silverado with no OEM prep package (puck system) and you are using a hitch with industry standard rails, then you would need industry standard rails like the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram # C16430-204 in the Ram to use the hitch.
If you have the OEM prep package in either the Silverado or Ram, you will either need a replacement base or an adapter
view full answer... - 5TH Wheel Rail Kit For a 2014 Ram 3500 Diesel Dually With 8' Long Bed
- For a 5th wheel trailer up to 25K the Curt Kit # C16430-204 will have the custom fit brackets to fit your frame and industry standard rails for most all 5th wheel hitches. If your 2014 Ram 3500 is capable of towing over 25K and you plan to then the Kit # C25BR is rated up to 40,000lbs. This also contains custom mounted frame brackets and the industry standard rails to work with most 5th wheel hitches.
Be sure to pick up a 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness # 41157 so you can
view full answer... - Parts Needed To Install Curt 5th Wheel Hitch On a 2015 Ram 3500
- In order to install a Curt fifth wheel hitch on a 2015 Ram 3500 you'll need the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Dodge Ram part # C16430-204. I don't recommend using any sort of universal kits as they require drilling into the frame. The Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Dodge Ram only required drilling into the bed, the frame holes are pre-drilled.
view full answer... - Can Replacement Brackets And Hardware Be Purchased To Reinstall Base Rails
- Unless you know the actual make and model number of the rails it's honestly best to just replace all of the parts with a new kit to avoid any fitment issues since brands are not cross compatible and some models won't work with others under the same brand. You can still purchase replacement parts if you can determine the model number though.
If you do want a complete kit then I recommend the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWRVK2605. This custom-fit
view full answer... - Correct Curt 5th Wheel Install Kit for a 2020 Ram 3500
- The correct Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for a 2020 Ram 3500 is part # C16430-204. The Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit is a custom bolt-on fit with no cutting or drilling required into the frame. If you don't already have a fifth wheel hitch, the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16140 is my recommendation because of the interlocking dual jaw system which has a tight grip on the king pin and works to reduce chucking and jarring.
view full answer... - Fifth Wheel Hitch, Rail Kit, and Wedge for 2017 Ram 3500 to Use with Reese Sidewinder
- For your 2017 Ram 3500 Limited without the factory towing package you could use the custom install rail kit part # C16430-204 so that you could install the Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Single Jaw - 20,000 lbs # RP30928 along with Wedge # RP44FR. The wedge keeps the king pin from rotating inside the hitch.
view full answer... - Correct Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for a 2019 Ram 3500
- Yes, the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit part # C16430-204 has been confirmed to fit a 2019 Ram 3500. This kit is a custom fit kit so no drilling into the frame is required.
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