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The Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch brings solid pulling power in a straightforward, heavy-duty design. It’s rated for 16,000 lbs gross towing weight and 4,000 lbs vertical load limit, giving you dependable strength for most fifth-wheel trailers. The sturdy steel construction with a carbide black finish resists wear, while the simple fixed-leg setup delivers a secure base that feels steady mile after mile.
Connecting your trailer is quick and consistent thanks to the auto-locking slide-bar jaw. Once the king pin slides in, the rear steel tension bar clamps down to grip it tight and cut down on rattle. This setup locks automatically, so you don’t have to fight the handle or guess if it’s engaged. It’s a basic design that gets the job done and holds strong without fuss.
The dual-pivoting head gives you 10 degrees of lateral movement for smoother hookups even on uneven ground. Inside, Permalube bushings keep things moving freely while reducing maintenance. Plus, the anti-rattle skid plate helps dampen noise and vibration through the connection, so your truck and trailer stay steady with less banging or chucking on rough stretches.
With four height settings from 13" to 17", it’s easy to dial in a level trailer setup for better handling and clearance. Whether you need to fine-tune bed rail space or get your trailer running flat, those adjustment points give you flexibility without extra parts or complicated steps.
When it’s time to clear out the bed, the E16 breaks down in two simple steps. Pull two pins to lift off the head, then remove the base from the rails. At just 94 lbs total, it’s light enough for one person to manage without equipment. That modular design makes it practical if you switch between towing duty and everyday truck use.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
93% were satisfied with this product
7% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
Dan
8/28/2016
Real good, handles any camper and works smooth.
Alvin S.
9/21/2021
The E16 hitch is adequate. I get a lot of clunking when starting and stopping due to the straight locking bar style hitch. I wish now that I would have spent more money and got a hitch that had locking jaws that clamped around the pin.
Pat R.
4/24/2018
YES, THE HITCH IS STILL 100 GREAT, THANK YOU
James M.
7/11/2019
The hitch release handle is quite sticky. I have used silicone spray and last week applied some grease. Doesnt want to close all the way and needs to be coaxed into total closure.
Don D.
3/23/2018
I pull a 36 5th wheel with the hitch and no problems at all.
Chris
5/17/2021
I still love it less work for me, you back in it locks your done, and unlock is easy pull the handle never sticks love it!!!
William B.
2/1/2021
Still working great. We used it alot last summer and plan on putting it to good use this summer.
Sean O.
3/5/2018
I am so pleased with the Hitch and the kit, they have been trouble-free and the price and quality cant be beat. We just returned from a 2800 mile trip, and the Curt Hitch worked like a champ! Thanks for following up with me, and for offering such a Great Product! The Customer Service from etrailer is Wonderful!
Brooke M.
4/17/2025
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Julio
11/12/2018
More than 1000 miles pulling a 38 fifth wheel and still like new