Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
part number: C16180

Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Dodge Ram - Carbide Finish
part number: C16420-204

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• Highest Capacity Fifth Wheel Hitch and Gooseneck Solution for 2006 Dodge Ram 3500
  
• The problem is we don't have any gooseneck setups that have a 36k capacity at all, and the options that allow for both gooseneck and fifth wheel have considerably lower capacity than you'd need.
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• Will a Curt A25 5TH Wheel Hitch Fit The Pucks On a 2021 Ford F-450?
  
• To install the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16180 on your 2021 Ford F-450 with the factory puck/prep system you will need the Adapter # C88KR. We do have the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16036 which will fit into your factory pucks without an adapter.
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• What is Needed to Turn Curt A25 Fixed Hitch Into Sliding Hitch
  
• Hey Mike, The setup you have uses the standard Curt A25 # C16180 fixed hitch, and you'll actually need a different part, as Curt has updated the sliders on their hitches to be higher quality. So to turn your A25 fixed hitch into a slider hitch, all you need is the following: - Curt S25 Slider for A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # C43DR
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• Recommended 5th Wheel and Rails for a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Dually
  
• Henry, it sounds like you're looking for something like the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16180 with the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Chevy/GMC # C16418-204. This hitch has a 25k capacity, is made by Curt, and will work great with your toy hauler. Ideally I'd say you do no drilling to install the rails but for what you're looking for the best we can do is the semi-custom install kit which will require less drilling than a universal hitch but still some drilling.
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• How To Install a Curt A25 5TH Wheel Hitch In a 2024 Ram 2500 With Factory Prep/Puck System
  
• You have a couple options for installing the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16180 in the bed of your 2024 Ram 2500 with the factory in bed hitch system. First we have the Adapter Rails # C29BR which fit into the pucks and give you the ISR mounting points. Do note this will raise the hitch 2" so you will likely need to lower the height of the hitch. The next option is replacing your ISR Base # C16907 with the Ram Base # C16021 so you can install the hitch directly into the factory
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• Will the Curt A25 Hitch Fit in Industry Standard Base Rails
  
• As long as your Pullrite rail kit provides you with industry standard base rails to mount a 5th wheel hitch, the Curt A25 # C16180 will fit, since it's designed to fit in industry standard base rails. I've attached a photo of the dimensions for industry standard rails that you can compare yours to.
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• Does Curt A25 Fifth Wheel Hitch Ride in the Center of the Rails on a 2008 Ford F-250 or F-350?
  
• Yes, the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16180 will sit in the center of the rails. If you take a look at the diagram I've added you can see where you would need to install the Curt Brackets and Base Rails # C16448-204 on your 2008 Ford F-250 or F-350 and where the center line of the hitch is in relation to the brackets.
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• Lowest Profile 5th Wheel Hitch for 2017 Ford F-250 without OEM Prep Package
  
• The lowest profile fifth wheel hitch option we offer for a 2017 Ford F-250 without OEM Prep Package is the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16180 (long bed) or Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # 16516 (short bed) which measures 13" and 15" respectively from the base to the top of the skid plate at the lowest setting. Then, you'd add about another 1" for the B&W Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit for Ford part # BWRVK2402. There would be no way to use the Reese Low-Profile
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• Correct Curt A25 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Dually with Prep Package
  
• For your 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Dually with the factory prep package, you are actually going to want to use the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package part # C16066, not the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16180 which is for above bed base rails that you don't have. The cost can be found on the product page using the link above. The Curt A25 is an excellent choice and one of my favorite 5th wheel hitches on the market. The reason for this
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• Will Curt 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Install Brackets Fit 2015 Ford F-350 with DEF Tank
  
• Yes, the Curt fifth wheel trailer hitch bracket kit # C16424-204 will fit in your 2015 Ford F-350 that has a DEF tank. The kit will mount industry standard rails in your truck's bed for a hitch like the Curt A25 # C16180. If you'd also like to install a 7-way trailer connector in the truck's bed you can use # C56000. I've linked some videos on each product for you as well.
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• Highest Rated 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2007 Ford F-250/F350
  
• The highest rated fifth wheel trailer hitch for a 2007 Ford F-250/F350 is 25,000 lbs. For this, I recommend the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16180 which requires the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ford part # C16448-204.
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• Comparing the Curt Q25 to the Curt A25 5th Wheel Hitch
  
• The Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs # C16180 is the newer model of the Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs # C16265. The A25 has an interlocking dual jaw for increased security. The A25 also has built in grease zerk fittings to make maintenance just a little easier. It also has a 1 pin head removal compared to the 2 pin option of the Q25. They are both nice 5th wheel hitches, but the A25 has those couple of really nice features as an upgrade.
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• Difference Between Curt A25 and Q25 5th Wheel Hitches
  
• The difference between the Curt A25 part # C16180 and the Curt Q25 part # C16265 is the jaw system. I have attached a photo for your reference. The A25 is an upgraded version of the Q25 because of it's interlocking jaw. The A25 interlocking jaw results in full contact with the king pin on the fifth wheel which reduces the rattle and chucking you may experience with a looser king pin connection. Although both options are great fifth wheel hitches with 25,000 lbs of towing capacity, the A25
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• Comparing the Curt A25 and Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch
  
• The main difference between the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16180 and the Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16265 is the hitch head. The head on the A25 is far superior to the head on the Q25 because it has an interlocking jaw system that grips the kingpin tightly so very minimal movement is allowed, it offers a one pin head removal system. The overall feel of the head is just much smoother on the A-Series when compared to the Q-Series. I have attached a photo to
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• How to Select Hitch Height Setting for Curt A25 Fifth Wheel Hitch
  
• Hey Mark, it really comes down to what's going to allow your trailer to sit level with at least 4-6 inches of bed rail to trailer overhang clearance. Since the A20 and the A25 are very similar I would assume you'd want to use the same set of mounting holes on the A25 as the old hitch as long as the trailer was being towed level. But you should verify after that point if your trailer is able to be towed level.
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for 2023 Ford F-450 Super Duty with OEM Puck System
  
• Thanks for reaching out! The 5th wheel hitch I recommend for the OEM puck system on your 2023 Ford F-450 Super Duty is the Curt A25 # C16180 which connects to the pucks using the Adapter Rails # C88KR. I really like the A25 because it has dual interlocking jaws that wrap around the king pin and provide 360 degree contact, as well as a fully articulating torsion head. With these features you get a really smooth and secure towing experience. When it comes to a bed liner for your
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• Difference Between The Curt Q25, Q24, and A25 For A 2022 Ford F-350 With OEM Prep Package
  
• The difference in the Curt Q24, the Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16265, and the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16180 is that the Curt Q24 is the only hitch out of the 3 hitches that is a sliding hitch. These hitches are seen mainly on trucks with a short bed. Reason being, is the clearance needed to make sharp turns is out of the question without impacting the cab of the vehicle due to its mounting location. The slider allows the hitch to slide back giving additional room
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• Converting Gooseneck To Fifth Wheel In 2004 Dodge Ram 3500
  
• The highest capacity fifth wheel hitches are made is 25K so you would need the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs # C16180. You can use your Reese rails as long as they are Industry Standard Rails (ISR). I will attach a photo to show you what the ISR looks like. If they are the same you can use the Curt Custom, No-Drill Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit for Dodge Ram # C16420 to mount them to your 2004 Dodge Ram 3500. The capacity on the rails is not an issue. If they
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• Correct Legs to Adapt Curt A30 Hitch With 2022 Ford F-350 W/ Prep Package
  
• Hey Daniel, to use the Curt A30 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with your 2022 Ford F-350 you'll just need to swap the legs with the Curt OEM 5th-Wheel Hitch Legs for Ford Super Duty Towing Prep Package # C25JR. If there is anything else I can help you with, feel free to drop a comment and let me know!
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• Custom Fifth Wheel Rail Kit for 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 Long Bed
  
• Curt has a custom fifth wheel rail kit that fits your 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 long bed with the part # C16420-204 which will work great with your current Curt fifth wheel hitch. This is a custom fit kit which means that it would install much easier and also not require frame drilling.
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• Recommended Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 For Husky Ez Roller Hitch
  
• The Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit, part # C16420-204 will work great for your 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 and your Husky 5th wheel hitch if it is designed to fit industry standard rails. I recommend using a custom kit like # C16420-204 that cuts the installation time in half because there is no drilling required. This kit includes the brackets, rails, and hardware needed. We also offer the semi-custom installation kit, part # C16301-200. This kit does require drilling when installing,
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• Will Curt 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Installation Kit # C16420-204 Fit a 2012 Dodge Ram 2500 Crew Cab
  
• Yes, the Curt 5th wheel trailer hitch installation kit # C16420-204 will fit your 2012 Dodge Ram 2500 Crew Cab with 8 foot bed. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view. The rails are compatible with Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Valley and Husky 5th wheel hitches that fit in above the bed rails.
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• Curt Fifth Wheel Install Kit # C16420-204 for 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 Short Bed
  
• According to Curt, their # C16420-204 fifth wheel install kit is compatible with your 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 short bed. The kit includes the frame brackets, truck bed mounting rails for the hitch, and all necessary hardware. For your short bed truck, make sure you use a sliding hitch so that the front of the fifth wheel will not hit the rear of the truck cab during turns. To see the installation instructions, click the provided link.
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• What 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Installation Kit Will Fit a 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 Short Bed
  
• The Curt Custom Installation Kit with Rails and Brackets, # C16420-204, that you have referenced will fit your 2010 Dodge Ram 2500. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you. You can also use the Reese Quick-Install Custom Base Rails and Installation Kit, # RP50140-58. I have incldued a link to the installation instructions for this kit as well. As long as the Valley hitch does not require the underbed mounting system, it will fit the Reese rails.
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Custom Installation Kit for 2008 Dodge Ram 3500
  
• We have several custom installation kits with rails that are confirmed fits for your 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Series Pickup with overload springs. I have included a link to these custom rail kits at right. A cost-effective option is the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit, # C16420-204, which is a confirmed fit your vehicle. The rails in this kit will accept Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Valley and Husky hitches that fit above the bed rails. I have included a link to the
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• Custom-Fit 5th Wheel Base Rail Installation Kit for 2012 Ram 2500 4WD Long-Bed
  
• We can help you with a custom-fit 5th wheel installation kit for your 2012 Ram 2500 4WD long-bed. All such kits are shown on the linked page; these include both standard above-bed base rail kits like the Curt # C16420-204 and Reese # RP50140-58 as well as under-bed kits such as # RP30074 which are made for specialized hitches like the Reese M5 # RP30921. Both the Curt kit # C16420-204 and Reese standard above-bed base rail kits offer no-frame-drilling installation for both an easier
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• Curt Q20 5th Wheel Hitch Jaws Do Not Close and Lock Freely On First Try
  
• There are a couple of things that could be causing the hitch jaws not to close and or lock when they should. First make sure the handle is always fully extended and the jaws are open and ready to accept the king pin. The trailer skid plate should be 1/2 an inch lower that the hitch skid plate at its lowest point. If the jaws are out of sync or even if you suspect that they may not be lined up correctly here is what you can do. First make sure the flip lock is hanging freely in the clockwise,
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• How to Tow 5th-Wheel Trailer with Dodge Ram that has B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck Hitch Installed
  
• I do have a couple possible solutions for you, however a fifth wheel installation kit like the Curt # C16420-204 referenced in your question cannot be installed along with a gooseneck hitch as both systems will require the same mounting space on your Dodge Ram's frame. If you are needing to tow a 5th-wheel trailer with your B&W Gooseneck Hitch, I recommend looking at the B&W Companion # BWRVK3500-5W if you have an 8 foot bed or the # BWRVK3400-5W Slider if you have a 6 foot bed on your
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Install Kit for a 2004 Dodge Ram 3500
  
• For your 2004 Dodge Ram 3500, I recommend the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Dodge Ram part # C16420-204 which is a custom fit kit that installs using pre-drilled holes in the frame so it will not require drilling. The base rails sit above the bed floor and will then allow you to mount any 5th wheel hitch that uses industry standard rails (ISR) like options from Reese, Pro Series, Curt, and Husky etc.
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• Finish Difference Between the Curt Custom Install Kits for the 2012 Ram 3500
  
• The difference between the Curt rails # C16420-204 and the # C16420-104 is in the finish of the rails. The # C16420-204 has a carbide finish which is more of a matte finish whereas the # C16420-104 has a gloss finish. Either will work fine for you, the choice comes down to which finish you would rather see in the bed of your 2012 Ram 3500 Laramie. These rail kits are confirmed to work with Reese hitches and should work well with your Reese 5th Wheel Hitch.
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• Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Recommendation for a 2012 Ram 2500 and an RBW Lil Rocker 5th Wheel Hitch
  
• The RBW Lil Rocker fifth wheel hitch will fit industry standard fifth wheel rails so I have a great solution for you. I would recommend a custom install fifth wheel rail kit like the Curt part # C16420-204. This will install in about half the time as a universal kit and will minimize drilling. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
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• 5th Wheel Installation Kit for a 2010 Ram 2500 and Pro Series 15K 5th Wheel Hitch
  
• For your 2010 Ram 2500 and Pro Series 15K 5th wheel hitch you can use Curt custom installation kit # C16420-204. It fits both short and long bed versions of the 2010 Ram 2500. I have included a link to a video showing an example installation of this kit for you. You might also be interested in adding a 7-Way trailer connector # C56000 in the bed of the truck. This will make connecting the trailer easier without the need of any sort of extension. I have linked a video on the wiring as well.
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• Will Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit # C16420-204 Fit 2008 Ram 2500 Mega Cab with 6-Ft Bed
  
• Yes, the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit # C16420-204 does fit your 2008 Ram 2500 Mega Cab with 6-foot bed. It fits this truck configuration for model years 2006 through 2009 and is a no-drill installation. An install video is linked for you showing a 2009 Ram. With these base rails in place you can install any industry-standard 5th wheel hitch from brands like Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Valley and Husky.
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• 5th Wheel Rail Install Kit For 2016 Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi
  
• Hello Jeff, thanks for getting in touch. What I recommend for you is the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit # C16444. This is custom fit for your 2016 Ram 1500 and comes with everything you need to install your Reese 5th wheel rails. You get all of the brackets and hardware. The 5th wheel rails are universal so Reese rails are compatible with Curt brackets and vice versa.
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• Curt Fifth Wheel Q24 Hitch and Install Rail Kit Recommendation for 2014 Ram 3500 without Hitch Prep
  
• As long as your new 2014 Ram 3500 doesn't have the hitch prep package the Curt Install Kit part # C16420-204 would be the correct rail kit for your truck and it would work well with the Curt Q24 Hitch part # C16245 or the slider version of this hitch # C16546 that you have. I attached an install video for the rail kit for you to check out as well.
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• Correct Curt 5th Wheel Frame Brackets for 2012 Dodge Ram Pickup
  
• Yes, we do offer the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Dodge Ram part # C16420-204 (60 lbs) without rails as the Curt Custom, No-Drill Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit for Dodge Ram part # C16420 (25 lbs). If you meant just the hardware and no brackets then we offer this as the Replacement Hardware for Curt Custom 5th Wheel Bracket Kit for Dodge Ram part # C16420-BK (3 lbs).
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• Will Curt Fifth Wheel Rail Kit for 2008 Dodge Ram 2500 Fit Reese Slider Hitch
  
• Yes, the Curt rails that come with the Fifth Wheel Rail kit part # C16420-204 are confirmed as a fit to work with Reese fifth wheel hitches like your Reese 18k slider. As long as your hitch isn't and Elite or Signature Series hitch like part # RP30144 which is designed to fit underbed pucks these rails would be all that you would need. If you do have an Elite style Reese hitch you would instead need the rail kit part # RP30074.
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• Will a HiJacker 5th Wheel Trailer hitch Fit Curt Rails in a 2004 Dodge Ram 3500 Long Bed
  
• It looks like your HiJacker 5th wheel hitch has the 4 tabs at the corners of the base that fit in industry standard above the bed rails. On industry standard rails there are 3 sets of mounting holes. The inner set is 10 inches apart on center, the next set out are 20-1/2 inches apart on center, and the outer set is 29 inches apart on center. From front to back the mounting holes are 22 inches apart on center. If the mounting tabs on the hitch are spaced 10, 20-1/2, or 29 inches apart
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