Which Weight Capacity 5th Wheel Hitch for 2020 Ford F350

Updated 02/06/2021 | Published 02/04/2021

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Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider for Ford Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs

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B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches

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Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector for Aluminum Beds - 7' Long

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Question:

Is there an advantage or need to get a fifth wheel hitch with greater capacity than either the fifth wheel r.v. weighs or the truck towing capacity. I am interested in the curt a16 slider. The camper weighs max 15000 lbs and truck is rated to 16,200 max tow with 4000 lbs payload.

asked by: Travis S

Expert Reply:

If you believe there's a possibility that in the future you might wish to upgrade to a larger 5th wheel and a vehicle with a greater towing capacity, then going with a higher rated 5th wheel hitch would be a good idea.

The Curt A-Series 5th wheel hitches are one of my most often recommended 5th wheel hitches because they offer some nice features for the price. The fully articulating head, non-binding slider and interlocking jaw that holds the king pin all the way around its 360º circumference will provide a smooth and comfortable ride.

For a 16K A-series, go with the # C16521 or if you wish to go with a 20K slider, use the # C16541 which has the same features with a higher capacity.

The # C16520-16020 you'd looked at is the A16 version for vehicles with the factory tow/prep package with the in-bed puck mounts.

If you'd like to install a 7-way trailer connector in the truck bed, use # C57008.

I've linked to some installation videos that you might find helpful.

Either hitch can use the # BWRVK2402 bracket/rail kit.