Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Slide Bar Jaw - 16,000 lbs
part number: C16115

Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Truck - Carbide Finish
part number: C16427-204

Ask the Experts about this 5th Wheel Hitch

• Will Curt Fixed Fifth Wheel Hitch Work with Demco Rail Kit Adapter and Reese Revolution Pin Box
  
• Hey 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.
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• Will the Curt A16 5th Wheel Hitch Fit Same Rails as Curt A20 5th Wheel Hitch
  
• Yes, the Curt E-Series like part # C16115 fit the same base rails as the Curt A-Series like part # C16140 so you can switch between the two without issue. The old base rails will stay attached to the truck bed and you'd simply just swap out the hitch for one another.
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• Recommended 5th-Wheel Hitch that is Easily Removed on 2014 Ram 1500
  
• Choosing the right 5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch for your 2014 Ram 1500 will depend first on the weight of the trailer you plan on towing. You will want to make sure the truck and hitch have weight capacities that exceed the trailer's loaded weight. Since your Ram 1500 has a short 5-1/2 foot bed, the safest way to tow a trailer is to use a stationary 5th-wheel hitch and replace the pin box on the trailer with a Sidewinder, if it does not have one already. The Sidewinder will be required to
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• Distance Between Bed Rails for Installation of Curt E5 16K Fifth Wheel Hitch
  
• Do you know who manufactured your existing bed rails? The Curt E5 16K Fifth Wheel Hitch you referenced, part # C16115 are compatible with universal rails manufactured by Reese, Curt and Valley. A universal rail will have three mounting slots on each side of the rail, as shown in the photo with dimensions I have linked to. Your front and rear rail should be 22 inches apart, measured from the center of the front rail to the center of the rear.
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• Best Sidewinder Wedge Kit Fit for the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch
  
• I reached out to my contact at Curt and they advised me that once you actually bolt the Sidewinder Wedge # C16991 on the Sidewinder there should not be any wiggle room. The Sidewinder Wedge Kit for Curt E-16K Fifth Wheel Hitch # RP64FR will provide the same fit as the # C16991. I recommend using the # C16991 or the # RP64FR instead of the Universal Wedge because they are specifically made for the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch.
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• 5TH Wheel Rail And Install Kit To Use Curt E16 5TH Wheel On 2004 Ford F-150
  
• The Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit # C16441-204 contains the rails and installation brackets which fit the 6-1/2' and 8' bed lengths on your 2004 Ford F-150. Then you will be able to install the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Fixed # C16115 or Slider # 16516
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• Correct Base Rails for Curt E16 5th Wheel Hitch on 2021 Ford F-250
  
• In order to use the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16115 on a 2021 Ford F-250 you'll need the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit part # C79BR which is composed of the Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails part # C16204 and Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit for Ford part # C99BR. Please not, the base rails are not sold individually.
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• Can Curt E16 Fifth Wheel Hitch be Used in Pucks of 2018 Chevy Silverado
  
• You can use the Curt E16 fifth wheel hitch part # C16115 in the bed of your 2018 Chevy Silverado with the OEM pucks but you would need to use the adapter part # C47BR which converts the pucks to the rail kit style this hitch needs.
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• Upgrading From Curt E16 to A16 on Ram 2500
  
• I'm assuming you have adapter rails like # C29BR in your Ram 2500 puck system which are industry standard rails. If that is the case then yes, you can install the Curt A16 # C16521 on the same rails. You can also swap out the head. The Curt R16 # C16560 is the base for both the E16 and A16. The A16 replacement head is the # C16520 and you will also need the head mounting hardware # C35UR.
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• Curt E16 5th Wheel Hitch Compatibility with 2005 Ram 2500 and 11,200 lb 5th Wheel Trailer
  
• The Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Slide Bar Jaw - 16,000 lbs # C16115 is large enough to tow a 11,200 lbs trailer regardless of the length. For your 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 long bed I recommend the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Dodge Ram - Carbide Finish # C16420-204 which will fit your truck frame without any drilling. Your other option is to use the Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails with Installation Kit - Carbide Black Finish # C16200 which will require drilling
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• Can Curt E16 5th Wheel Hitch be Used with 2018 Ford F-150 5.5 ft Bed with Sidewinder
  
• If your trailer had a Sidewinder pin box installed on it the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Slide Bar Jaw - 16,000 lbs # C16115 that you referenced would work well. You'd need the custom wedge for this hitch # C16991. For a custom fifth wheel rail kit confirmed as a fit for your 2018 Ford F-150 5-1/2 foot bed you'd then want the # RP50087-58 which is confirmed as a fit for your truck and will work great with the Curt hitch. Sidewinders are pin box specific so you will first need
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• Will the Curt E16 5TH Wheel Hitch Fit On RBW Rails That held a Little Rocker Hitch?
  
• Yes, the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16115 will fit in place on your RBW 5th wheel rails that you have on your truck. You can verify the fit on your rails with the following measurements as well. The front to rear mounting rails will be 22" apart at the center of the mounting points. The Curt hitch will fit into the mounting holes that are 20-1/2" apart on center driver side to passenger side. Be sure to use a Curt 10" Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate # 16721 on your pin
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• Difference Between the Curt A16 Fifth Wheel Hitch Head and the E16
  
• The Head Unit and R16 Roller Adapter # C16515 is more of an entry level fifth wheel head designed for a lower price point, whereas the A16 part # C16520 is a bit nicer with it's 2 piece jaw system that will provide better king pin contact which will minimize movement and noise. The A16 also features a color indicator system so that you can look at the indicator on the rear of the hitch to determine whether the jaw is in the correct position to uncouple (red), couple (yellow) or tow (green). Both
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• Will a Curt E16 5th Wheel Hitch Work with Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kits
  
• Yes, the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16115 will work with the Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails part # RP50142-58. The Reese install kit will give you what is referred to as industry standard above bed base rails which works with most above bed mounted 5th wheel hitches from Reese, Pro Series, Husky, Etc. The Curt E16 is a great starter hitch and when paired with the Reese install kit will give you everything that is required to hit the road. However,
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• Curt E16 5th Wheel Hitch Leg Spacing and Compatibility
  
• The Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Slide Bar Jaw - 16,000 lbs # C16115 fits the industry standard rails you mentioned with a foot print of 22 inches by 20.624 inches on center. I've attached the measurements of the industry standard rails like you appear to have to show the fit and the E16 will work. If you just want the hitch head, the Replacement Head Unit for Curt E16 Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16515 is available.
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• Does Curt E16 5th Wheel Hitch Fit Same Base Rails as Reese 5th Wheel Hitch
  
• A Reese 5th wheel hitch like the 30032 or 30033 you mentioned fits what are called industry-standard base rails, and the answer to your question is yes, the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16115 will absolutely fit the same base rails as a Reese 5th wheel hitch. You will be able to use this new hitch on the base rails you already have without any issue whatsoever. I have added a link below to a video review for you to check out as well of the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16115.
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• Can I Tow A Grand Design Reflection 303RLS With A 2018 Chevy 2500 HD?
  
• Yes, I believe you can tow a Grand Design Reflection 303RLS with your 2018 Chevy 2500 HD. With the 5th wheel towing limit of 13,500, you will be below capacity, even with the camper fully loaded. A fifth wheel hitch like the Curt E16 # C16115 will have sufficient capacity to tow your camper. I will say that the E16 is more of a budget option, and if you plan to tow frequently I recommend upgrading to a Curt A16 hitch like the # C16120. This will have much smoother head rotation, and
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• How Much Does Curt E16 Fifth Wheel Hitch Weigh
  
• The Curt E16 hitch part # C16115 weighs 94 lbs which is actually pretty lightweight compared to most fifth wheel hitches.
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• Which Custom Fit Curt Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Fits 2014 Ram 2500 Short Bed
  
• The Curt rail kit that does fit your 2014 Ram 2500 short bed is the part # C16427-204 or just part # C16427 for the brackets alone. The # C16420 does not fit your truck.
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• Which Curt Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Fits 2025 Ram 2500
  
• Hey Antonio, yes the Curt fifth wheel rail kit part # C16427-204 that you referenced does fit your 2025 Ram 2500 short bed. Do you have a fifth wheel hitch already?
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• Curt Custom-Fit Base Rails For A 2020 Ram 2500 Tradesman
  
• Hey George, The Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Truck - Carbide Finish # C16427-204 would be a compatible fit for your 2020 Ram 2500 Tradesman with a 6.5' bed. If you plan on installing this yourself then I recommend following along with Conner's installation video below.
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• 5th Wheel Base Rail Kit For 2024 Ram 2500
  
• While we do have a fit for 5th wheel base rails for a 2024 Ram 2500, the B&W kit has not been verified to fit the '24 Ram. What you can use instead if you like is a kit from Curt, with the correct part number being the following: - Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Truck # C16427-204 This is a nice option as it does not require any drilling into your Ram's frame, which is both great for your truck and a big time-saver.
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Base Rails for a 2024 Ram 2500
  
• Congrats on the new truck! To add a set of 5th wheel rails to your 2024 Ram 2500, I recommend the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Truck item # C16427-204. These rails install with custom fit brackets that install in pre-drilled holes in your Ram's frame. This kit fits both the 6-1/2' and 8' bed lengths. I have linked an installation video below to help you get these rails set up. To make towing with a 5th wheel easier, I recommend adding the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck
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• Torque Specs for the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Trucks
  
• You will want to torque the fasteners in the following sequence for the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Truck item # C16427-204: a) mounting rails to the frame brackets to 110 lb-ft. b) frame brackets to the truck frame to 96 lb-ft.
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• What Is Needed to be Able to Tow a Fifth Wheel Trailer with a Ram Truck with a Ram Box
  
• The only way we are aware of that will allow a Ram truck with a Rambox to tow a fifth wheel trailer is if you replace the pin box of the trailer with a Sidewinder. This moves the pivot point up higher on the trailer so that the pin box would not end up hitting the sides of the truck bed rails/Ram box. Sidewinders are pin box specific so you will first need to know what pin box you have now in order to pick out the correct one. There should be a sticker or a stamping on the OEM pin
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• How To Mount Valley/Husky 7054 5th Wheel Hitch on a 2021 Ram 2500
  
• In order to mount the Valley/Husky 7054 5th Wheel Hitch on a 2021 Ram 2500 without in-bed prep package you'll need a kit such as the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit part # C16427-204. I was able to install this kit and if you'd like to see that video, take a look below. If you do have the factory prep package then you'd need an adapter such as the Reese 5th Wheel Rail Adapter part # RP30154. I'm not sure if you were looking to reuse some old above bed rails or not but we don't
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• Will Curt Base Rails and Install Kit for 2014 Ram 2500 Fit Reese 5th Wheel Hitch
  
• Yes, you can use the Curt rails with a Reese 5th wheel hitch; for your 2014 Ram 2500 the correct kit for either a 6-1/2 foot or 8 foot bed is the Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Truck # C16427-204. These rails will give your Ram truck a standard rail set up so you can install a Reese 5th wheel hitch like the Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with Slider # RP30051 for a short bed or Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP30047 if you have a long bed. I have added links to a video
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• Will Curt Custom Install Kit for 2019 Rm 2500 Work With Curt E16 Hitch and R16 Roller
  
• Yes, the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit part # C16427-204 which is a fit for a 2019 Ram 2500 will work perfectly with the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R16 Roller part # 16516. The Curt E16 is an excellent option that will do a great job of providing a safe and secure connection point with the ability to provide additional turning clearance when making sharp turns so you don't have any run-in with the trailer and vehicle. If you don't already have an in-bed wiring harness,
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• Will Curt 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Installation Kit Fit a 2016 Ram 2500 with Factory Air Suspension
  
• I did some checking at Curt 5th wheel trailer hitch installation kit # C16427-204 does indeed fit the 2016 Ram 2500 with the factory air suspension system. And that goes for short and long bed models. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you. If you do not already have a 5th wheel hitch I recommend the Curt 20K hitch # C16130 for a long bed or # C16541 for a short bed. The Curt hitches are a great value and both of these models have cushioned heads for improved ride
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• B & W Patriot 5th Wheel Hitch is Compatible with a Curt Custom Universal Kit
  
• Yes, your new Curt install kit Item # C16427-204 is compatible with your B & W patriot 18k lb hitch item # BWRVK3255. The Curt installation kit is industry standard and you'll have no problem using them together.
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• Curt Fifth Wheel Rail Kit that Fits 2021 Ram 2500
  
• Curt has a custom install fifth wheel rail kit for your 2021 Ram 2500 with the part # C16427-204 which would allow you to use a slider hitch like the A20 # C16541 which has a round tube slider that operates smoothly and a jaw design that holds the king pin tightly for a quieter ride quality.
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• Installation of Curt Custom 5th Wheel Brackets and Tools Needed for 2014 Ram 2500
  
• For your 2014 Ram 2500, you will want the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Truck - Carbide Finish # C16427-204. This kit has all the hardware needed, so you simply need 3/4 inch and 18 mm sockets or wrenches and a torque wrench like # ALL944001. You will also want 1/8", 9/16", 1/4" and 7/8" drill bits for the rails as well as a center punch and measuring tape. You will also need a tube brush like # 814092 and spray lube for the weld nuts.
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• What Rails, Brackets, and Hardware do I Need for My 2020 Ram 4 Wheel Drive with Short Bed?
  
• Hello Dennis, The Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Truck - Carbide Finish # C16427-204 is indeed the correct fit for your 2020 Ram 4WD with a short bed and without the OEM prep package. The kit includes the base rails, custom brackets, and all necessary hardware for installation. Looks like you were right on the money, just wanted to confirm it for peace of mind. I also attached an install video for reference to help with the process. By the way, what kind of 5th wheel
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• Recommended Base Rails and 5th Wheel Hitch Adjustment for 2020 Ram 2500 4WD
  
• For your 2020 Dodge Ram 2500 4WD the hitch you currently use on the highest setting can be used. The Curt E-16 # C16115 you referenced is adjustable from 17 inches tall down to 13-1/4 inches tall, so you will be able to drop it 2 inches on the leg adjustment. This likely will still have the bed rail clearance needed. It is recommended to have 6 inches between the top of the bed rail and the underside of your trailer (when level) for turning clearance and moving up and down hill. For
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• Can 2011 Ram 2500 Short Bed Tow Trailer With MorRyde Orbital Pin Box and Non-Slider Curt Hitch
  
• Since you have a trailer that has a pivoting pin box you do not need a slider hitch for turning clearance with your 2011 Ram 2500 short bed. Normally for short bed trucks a slider hitch is needed to make tight turns but if the trailer has a pivoting pin box like your MorRyde Orbital or a Sidewinder you can get by without it. You also have advantage of having a trailer that's easier to back up and it will track better. So you can use the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Slide Bar Jaw
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• Does Rear Rail of Curt 5th Wheel Rail Kit for 2014 Ram 2500 Only Bolt Through Truck Bed
  
• I attached a picture that I took from the install instructions for the Curt fifth wheel rail kit part # C16427-204 and that specific bolt does only attach to the truck bed. I also attached an install video for this as well. It seems odd, but this is how Curt designed the kit and tested it to determine it was safe.
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• 5th Wheel Hitch for 2014 Dodge Ram 2500 with RamBox and 6-Foot Bed
  
• A short bed truck by itself can pose a challenge for 5th wheel towing due to the limited front-to-back clearance between the truck cab and the trailer's overhang. When we add the Rambox feature we also add another complication: reduced side-to-side clearance. Hitch makers like Reese, Curt and B&W discourage use of 5th wheels in such trucks; that said, there are those that have satisfactorily installed 5th wheels anyway. The best solution for the turning clearance problem in such trucks
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• Curt Custom 5th Wheel Base Rails & Installation Kit That Fits 2020 Ram 2500 With 6-1/2 Foot Bed
  
• We do have Curt custom 5th wheel base rails and installation kits that fit your 2020 Ram 2500 with a 6-1/2 foot bed, but they are a bit different than the part number you mentioned. The two kits that fit have the same brackets, but you can choose from the gloss finish like the part number you asked about, or a carbide finish: - Gloss Finish: Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Truck # C16427-104 - Carbide Finish: Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Truck # C16427-204 Both
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