Comparing Curt A16 and Q16 Fifth Wheel Hitches
Published 01/09/2019
Question:
What is the difference between the Curt A16 and the Q16 hitch head?
asked by: Kevin Y
Expert Reply:
The head design is slightly different for the A16 hitch # C16120. It's the more recent version of the Q16 that you also mentioned. They made the heads strong enough to be able to be used with a Sidewinder pin box and they upgraded the warranty from 10 year limited to lifetime limited. Also, the Q16 features the 360-degree movement with the spherical axial bearing to improve the pivoting of the hitch head. Another change is the A series jaws overlap whereas the Q series butt up against each other more than overlap. This allows the A Series to have better king pin contact.
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Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Cushioned Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 13 - 17 Inch Tall
- CURT
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