What Type of Grease Should be Used on Curt 5th Wheel Hitches?
Updated 11/05/2025 | Published 03/19/2025
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Question:
I have a Curt A16 fifth wheel hitch, and am looking for recommendations on the proper grease for general maintenance, but not for the skid plate, as I have a puck for that. The manual gives all the grease points, but does not call out a particular grease. Thanks!
asked by: Randy E
Expert Reply:
Thanks for reaching out, Randy!
You'll want to use regular axle or molybdenum grease, according to my contact at Curt. Not sure why they don't have it in the instructions for your Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16520-16021, but we've got the info for you now.
He did say to avoid the red and tacky grease because it does a better job at attracting dirt than the normal grease types do.
If you don't have some of the regular or molybdenum grease, then we've got you covered with the LubriMatic Moly EP Grease # LM54FR.
Let me know if you have any other questions about your 5th wheel hitch or towing in general!
Redina
11/5/2025
Moly Fifth Wheel Lube aerosol from Schaeffer Specialized Lubricants would be an excellent choice. Easy to apply, get the job done,
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Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Cushioned Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 14 - 18 Inch Tall
- CURT
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Randy E.
3/19/2025
Thanks!!