Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for a 17,000 Lb Trailer

Updated 06/05/2025 | Published 11/11/2017

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Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs

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$999.95

Question:

What size hitch do I need ? My trailer weights 17000#

asked by: Bruce

Expert Reply:

For a 17,000 lb trailer for which I am assuming is dry weight, I would error on the side of caution and use a 5th wheel hitch rated for at least 20,000 lbs. For a 20,000 lb 5th wheel hitch, I recommend the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16541 for long beds or part # C16140 for short beds.

The Curt 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches are excellent options. They have a pivoting head that makes hooking up the travel on unlevel ground easy. In order to install this hitch on your truck you will also need a set of base rails. If you can provide me with the year, make, and model of your truck I would be happy to recommend the correct set for you.

expert reply by: Conner L

Paul G.

6/5/2025

2024 F-450

Jerred H.

6/5/2025

@PaulG To add a set of 5th wheel rails to a 2024 Ford F-450 you'll need the following parts: Reese Universal Outboard Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches item # RP30153 Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Brackets for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches item # RP55VR Please note that these do not fit the cab and chassis model.