Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R20 Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider - Ram Towing Prep Package
Part Numbers: C16541,C16022
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Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R20 Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
part number: C16541
Heavy-duty 5th-wheel trailer hitch has interlocking jaws, a torsion head, and a color-coded lock indicator for safety and security. Non-binding slider ensures proper clearance during slow turns. Rails and universal installation kit sold separately.
Features:
- 5th-Wheel hitch mounts in your truck bed so you can tow your 5th-wheel trailer
- Interlocking 2-jaw system provides 360-degree jaw-to-king-pin contact
- Less rattle and more security than slide-bar models
- 3-Point indicator system - color coding tells you if hitch is ready to uncouple, couple, or tow
- Lock indicators visible from cab
- Fully articulating torsion head for controlled coupling and a stable, quiet ride
- Self-aligns for easy hookup
- Suppresses road shock
- Reduces bothersome towing noise
- Non-binding slider provides clearance required for short-bed pickups to turn safely at slow speeds
- Prevents trailer from hitting the cab of your pickup during sharp, slow-speed turns
- Slides smoothly on rounded, non-binding rods
- Designed for use on trucks with beds shorter than 8'
- Not recommended for use on truck beds shorter than 6'
- Lockable handle lets you easily secure trailer to hitch with padlock (sold separately)
- Single-throw operation
- Self-resets to the ready-to-couple position after you uncouple your trailer
- 2 Built-in zerk fittings for easy lubrication
- Fast 1-pin head removal makes it easy for 1 person to remove hitch
- Included plastic lube plate lets king pin glide smoothly into hitch during hookup
- 4" Height adjustment
- Simple installation with base rails and installation kit
- Compatible with B&W, Curt, Demco, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Husky, Reese, and Valley above-bed base rails
- Sturdy steel construction with durable, carbide powder coat finish
Specs:
- Gross towing weight: 20,000 lbs
- Vertical load limit: 5,000 lbs
- Slider travel: 12" front to back
- Hitch height: 17-1/2" - 21-1/2"
- Warranty:
- Limited lifetime for hitch
- 10-Year limited for roller
Secure, Interlocking Two-Piece Jaw
Unlike slide-bar models, the rounded, interlocking, two-piece jaw on this fifth-wheel trailer hitch inhibits rattle and movement by securely wrapping around your trailer's king pin, resulting in easier hookup and a safer, quieter ride.
Three-Point Indicator System
Get peace of mind with Curt's color-coded lock indicator. Just look at the indicator - either the one on the handle or the one on the hitch itself - to determine whether the jaw is in the correct position to uncouple (red), couple (yellow) or tow (green).
R20 Slider
Most often used on trucks with 6' and 6-1/2' beds, this roller helps to eliminate clearance problems during slow-speed turns. When you are towing a fifth-wheel trailer, your hitch must be situated on the cab side of your truck's rear axle. However, at slow speeds you can use a roller to slide the fifth-wheel hitch (and the trailer) toward your truck's tailgate and past the rear axle, creating enough space between the cab of your truck and the trailer to permit less-restricted turning.
Non-Binding Design
The round-tube design of this slider allows for relatively uninhibited movement of your fifth-wheel hitch. Because your hitch can glide smoothly and easily along the rods, there is less chance of binding.
With straight, flat contact points, as found with square-tube sliders, tension can build between the slider and the hitch when your truck and trailer are somewhat out of line or are on uneven ground. As a result, it can be difficult to properly activate the slider when your truck and trailer are not in a straight line.
With a round-tube slider, there is more give between the contacting surfaces, allowing better mobility of the hitch system. Fewer corners means less tension buildup. Activating a round-tube slider is easier, and operation as a whole is smoother.
16540 Curt A20 Fifth-Wheel-Trailer Hitch Head Unit
16550 Curt R20 Fifth-Wheel Roller - 20,000 lbs
Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider - Ram Towing Prep Package
part number: C16022
This adapter is specially designed to attach to the receivers in your Ram's factory, underbed 5th-wheel towing prep package. The base then provides the attachment point for your Curt 5th-wheel slider or roller.
Features:
- Custom base is specially designed to attach to the receivers in your Ram factory-installed, underbed 5th-wheel towing prep package
- Base works with Curt hitches with sliders (16516, C16521, C16536, C16541, or C16546 - sold separately)
- Adapter provides an additional 1-1/2" of height compared to industry standard rails
- Quarter-turn anchoring system for quick installation and removal
- Durable carbide black powder coat finish
Specs:
- Application: Ram trucks with factory-installed, underbed towing prep package
- Capacity: 24,000 lbs
- 10-Year warranty
16022 Curt OEM Fifth Wheel Roller Adapter for Dodge Ram Trucks with Factory Towing Prep Package
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Customer Reviews
Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R20 Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs - C16541
Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider - Ram Towing Prep Package - C16022
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (568 Customer Reviews)
Heavy-duty 5th-wheel trailer hitch has interlocking jaws, a torsion head, and a color-coded lock indicator for safety and security. Non-binding slider ensures proper clearance during slow turns. Rails and universal installation kit sold separately. This adapter is specially designed to attach to the receivers in your Ram's factory, underbed 5th-wheel towing prep package. The base then provides the attachment point for your Curt 5th-wheel slider or roller.by: Randall06/29/2023
Great Hitch, very happy with this unit. Have pulled the 18K lb fifth wheel over 25K miles (Florida to Idaho, back to Florida and now Alaska). We have covered many rough roads and challenging situations, without problems and have never had a bad couple.
The hitch indicator on front of head gives a clear indication of latching condition, and the latch handle has a locking pin for added protection. This pin is the only issue I have had, which can be trapped under the slide plate if your truck is at an angle (beyond about 35 deg) from the rv. I make it a point to pull this pin prior to backing if I am the least bit concerned.
This is a great hitch! Excellent quality and it's made here in America.
by: Patrick06/19/2023
This is very well built and operates great. Once I got the first rail positioned and mounted, everything else was very easy. The R20 slider came in a single box and was very heavy. The packaging is not suitable for the weight. As others have also reported, the package was completely demolished when it arrived. Thankfully , all the part’s made it okay and nothing was damaged. I love the product.
by: Chris07/14/2022
Like everyone writes. Packaging is light for such 5th wheel heavy metal hitches. just some scuffs but everything was there (incl hardware). R20 roller box fell apart. A20 hitch head box was intact and well packed with styrofoam. Installed same day. Can't wait to camp. I've upgraded from Husky 15k slider to Curt A20 w/ R20 slider. I kept my original Reese rails for my Ram3500 puck system. Everything fit together. Ordering was easy over the phone. Delivery was quick. All nice things to say. Thanks you all around.
by: James08/15/2021
The A20 hitch and R20 slider are outstanding products.
One issue I had was the differing instructions on bolting the two together.
The A20 instructions are for bolting to stationary’leg’ base. The R20 slider instructions are what I used and worked very well.
by: Mac12/22/2016
2016 Ram2500
Easiest item I have ever installed on my truck. 4 bolts to set it up then dropped the entire assembly into the Ramming bed puck system. Plan to haul our 5th wheel rv with this. The slider will help if we get into tight area at the rv park. Simly to use. Love it
by: Great Lakes Adventurer05/13/2021
Curt A20 5th Wheel Hitch Fifth Wheel Hitch 2018 Ram 2500 This was not easy choice to make as I tend to try top save money. But with my truck and the puck system this has been an excellent purchase. The removable pin let's me pull the top of the hitch off while leaving the rest in the truck. This allows me to store it in front of the adapter rails. Then my roll up bed cover clears the top while the rest is still mounted. Dry, secure out of site out of mind while shopping or parked at RV park overnight. The slider allows the extra clearance to give you peace of mind you will not damage your truck while backing into tight spaces on a serious angle. Then of course the top comes off with that pin making the entire thing lighter to remove when taking the entire assembly out of the truck. IT is manageable but still better to use the tractor bucket or hoist as it is heavy duty. No issues and very happy with this purchase and the continued great service from etrailer! I pulled a 34 ft 5th wheel 1800 miles at average of 75mph. Did not even know the trailer was back there when the wind was not blowing. Thanks again for helping me put this package together and having the lowest price while doing it!
by: Jonathan01/04/2023
2008 Dodge 3500 Mega Cab Laramie DRW.
Fit the rails already in the truck perfect. Easy to assemble. Did 95% of it before I even looked at the instructions. I believe it will work well when I finally get the chance to use it.
by: Michael Klar07/05/2020
I love the way it sits and fits in my truck. The instructions and installation were very clear and easy to follow and assemble. And there is still room to have my tool box’s and a chain between the 5th wheel and my tailgate. My tank cover fits perfectly over the top and my support bars don’t touch the 5th wheel either.
I am very happy with this 5th wheel.It works just like all the descriptions said it would. It will make pulling our camper a breeze.
I would recommend this hitch very highly. And will be recommending all my friends to this company for all future hitches.
by: Keith05/23/2019
2017 Dodge Ram Pickup
I bought a 5th Wheel camper on May 13th. On the 14 I started shopping for a 5th Wheel Hitch. I landed on etrailer’s site. I found what I wanted in no time. When I went to check out it said I should have the unit it 3 days. Which would be Friday. I needed to pick up my Camper on Monday. I called because I wanted to be sure it would deliver on Friday. They assured me I would have it Friday. I placed my order at 11am and by 3 pm I had an email saying the Hitch had shipped. To my surprise it arrived on Thursday. I’m very mechanically inclined and it took me about 2 hours to put the Hitch in my 2017 Ram 2500 with the in bed puck system. I did have to remove my bed liner which I will put back in at a later date. The installation went pretty smooth. I found it helpful to watch the videos on the installation. I picked up my camper on Monday and drove 100 miles home. So far so good. It’s going on 600 mile journey over the Memorial Day Weekend. I was very impressed with the customer service when I called and the very quick free shipping. Great Job etrailer.
by: James G.07/06/2017
The R20 Roller and the A20 Slider were both pretty easy to install. Except for the weight (Those Things Are HEAVY) It was a straight forward install. What I like is the Quality of the Curt Products. They are a very high Quality product in my opinion. I plan on the wife and I and our Two Main Coons are planning a cross country trip. So I am very excited to get out on the open Road and see where life takes us. What WAS a bear to install was the Rail Kit. It required lots of trips out from under
by: Carl S03/17/2017
2016 Dodge Ram Pickup
Great products, excellent price, speedy (3 day) delivery and easy step by step installation instructions for my sliding fifth wheel hitch for my 2016 Ram 2500 short bed truck w/ factory tow prep package. I would highly recommend any of these products as well as the excellent customer service at etrailer.com
by: Patrick 11/22/2023
First time using etrailer. Service was great and I could track my items as they were packaged, shipped,and delivered. I have hauled for 1 season with the new hitch and have zero complaints with the operation of it. I would recommend watching a video on how to put it together as parts of the installation instructions were vague.
by: Cliff B10/02/2019
The product arrived 1 day earlier than promised. The instructions were decent, they could of been more inclusive of the different setups, the hitch and sliders didn’t reference how to interface with the Ram puck base. The rubber gaskets for the slider base didn’t fit with the Ram base due to their thickness. You need a 100lbs torque wrench(I rented one from Orielys). All the parts were present. The bad may not of been etrailers fault, but the boxes arrived like they were dropped out of an airplane. Amazingly, nothing was damaged.
by: Radcliffe10/02/2019
The product arrived 1 day earlier than promised. The instructions were decent, they could of been more inclusive of the different setups, the hitch and sliders didn’t reference how to interface with the Ram puck base. The rubber gaskets for the slider base didn’t fit with the Ram base due to their thickness. You need a 100lbs torque wrench(I rented one from Orielys). All the parts were present. The bad may not of been etrailers fault, but the boxes arrived like they were dropped out of an airplane. Amazingly, nothing was damaged.
by: Randy L03/18/2018
Purchased and installed adapter rails for my Curt 5th wheel hitch. These adapter rails are rated for 24,000 lbs., and are "beefy". I could not be more pleased with the ease of installation and overall heavy duty construction of these adapter rails.
by: 2021 Ram 2500 OEM puck system09/01/2023
Easy install, did most myself but I needed my wife’s help with the plate mount. Took about an hour for install. Everything arrived in good condition, and all the hardware was accounted for.
by: Joe 03/18/2024
Ease of assembling and worked with our hitch.
by: David01/18/2022
Dodge Ram Pickup
The adapter rails fit the RAM factory puck system perfectly. 2020 2500 tradesman crew cab 4x4
With fifth wheel prep package.
David
1/26/2023
Rails have been in use for about 2 years now and still do the job great. Finish has held up very well considering they spend most of the time out in the elements. Thats saying a lot with Michigan weather. To date, have pulled over 6000 miles with this setup. 11000 lb 35 ft Outback fifth wheel and 2020 ram 2500 tradesman 4x4 crew cab with 6.4
by: Michael 12/14/2021
I have only installed the hitch and tried it out in my driveway. Have not had he opportunity to use it on the road and see how much it improves my maneuverability. But Curt hitches are very well built units. I only upgraded from my previous one to go to the slider hitch and this hitch appears to work just as well and also appears that the slider is going to give me the added maneuverability that I was looking for. Heavy and not quite as easy to put in and take out of my truck is my only complaint so far.
by: Bryan11/30/2021
Exactly what I ordered and works perfect! Here is the A16 Curt attached in the photos. Easy and quick installation into the RAM puck system.
by: Randall P. 07/27/2017
Installed Curt A20 hitch w/slider rails in 2016 Chevrolet Z71 2500
by: Mike02/25/2021
Looks great, Easy installation, Good quality.
I had a problem with ups losing one part and etrailer sent out another one. All the staff that I spoke with was great.
by: Richard08/03/2021
2020 Ram2500
This slider solves all the problems with towing a fifth wheel with short bed pickups.
by: Steven03/31/2023
I purchased a puck kit and 5th wheel. The puck kit, though not as easy to install as some made it out to be came out perfectly. The 5th wheel is a solid product and works as designed.
Shipping has a field day kicking the boxes down the road, but they could not damage the iron.
by: Kenneth 05/18/2023
Everything was fine and was easy to install....that being said, I much prefer my B&W companion!
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- Recommended Slider Hitch for a 2015 Ram 3500 w/ a Short Bed
- In order to fit a slider hitch into the hitch prep package of a 2013-2015 Ram 3500 you will first need to get the adapter kit part # RP30154. This will fit in the hitch prep pucks and will let you install a slider hitch designed to fit industry standard rails like the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch item # C16541.
view full answer... - 5th Wheel Round Tube Slider Trailer Hitch Installation On a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD
- Along with the Curt A20 Slider item # C16541, you will need the Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Custom Installation Kit item # RP50064-58. The custom bracket installation will not require drilling through the frame on short box models but does require drilling two holes in the frame on long box models. There are two elongated holes in the frame rails that are used to secure the fifth-wheel installation brackets.
I have had no issues with this installation kit not lining up, and it makes the
view full answer... - Fifth Wheel Hitch and Rail Kit Recommendation for a 2015 Ram 2500 6 ft Bed
- For a set of custom fifth wheel install rails confirmed to fit your 2015 Ram 2500 without the factory hitch prep package you would want the Reese Rails part # RP56009-53. These are a custom rail kit that will minimize drilling and cut install time in half when compared to universal rails.
For a hitch you will want one with a slider so that you have clearance to make tight turns. The Curt 5th Wheel Hitch part # C16541 would be an excellent choice. I has one of the nicest jaw systems on
view full answer... - Air Suspension Enhancement and Compressor Recommendation for a 2012 Chevy Silverado 2500HD
- The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs # F2430 that you referenced is confirmed to fit your 2012 Chevy Silverado and would not interfere with the fifth wheel rails. This would be a great way to provide additional support for your rear suspension while towing your trailer.
For a compressor kit with an in-cab controller check out the part # F2178. This will allow you to monitor and control the air pressure in the bags from inside your vehicle.
view full answer... - Will Curt A20 Slider Fifth Wheel Hitch Work with MORryde Cushioned Pin Box
- The Curt A20 fifth wheel slider hitch part # C16541 will work great with a MORryde cushioned pin box like you have. The jaw and head design of this hitch is perfectly compatible with the MORryde.
view full answer... - Is There an Underbed Mounting Kit Available for 5th Wheel Hitch on 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 6-1/2 Ft Bed
- I have a solution for you, but unfortunately for the 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 with the 6-1/2 foot long bed, there is not an underbed mounting kit available. For this reason you would need to use an above bed rail kit and 5th wheel hitch.
I recommend using the Reese # C16541 and rail kit # RP84FR, which is a custom fit for your truck. The # C16541 gives you a bit extra fore/aft travel on the slider than some of the other available hitches for your truck with 12" of travel, and the dual hook
view full answer... - Recommended Curt A20 Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch in 2017 GMC 3500 with 6-1/2 Foot Bed
- I spoke with my contact at Curt and he said the lowest height possible of the Curt A20 5th Wheel Hitch w/ R20 Slider, # C16541, when used as a slider is 17-1/2 inches. The hitch will not be able to slide properly if you tried to use it in the lowest position which is intended for using this hitch without the slider in a long bed truck. The adjustment increments are 2 inches so you will still have 3 height options. This is a very nice hitch and a good option for your 2017 GMC Sierra 3500
view full answer... - Fifth Wheel Hitch for 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 Denali Diesel
- I recommend using a sliding fifth wheel hitch for your application on your 2015 GMC Sierra 2500. Part # C16541 is the sliding hitch that suits your application. Part # C16411-204 is the rail kit to get your hitch installed into your truck. I have attached an install video to help assist you in getting everything installed on your truck.
A sliding hitch is not required for your truck, but when making sharp turns you are going to be close to hitting the cab of your truck on the trailer.
view full answer... - Total Weight Of The Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Item # C16541
- The total weight of the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Item # C16541 Is roughly 220lbs, but the head can be separated from the base by removing the pin to make it easier to remove.
view full answer... - Recommended Grease for Lubricating Rails Roller Unit on Curt A20 5th Wheel Hitch
- For their # C16541 A20 5th Wheel Hitch, Curt recommends using a quality white lithium grease like the 14 oz cartridge available as # L11354. Curt recommends applying a thin layer of grease of the rails that the roller rides against before each trip, and running the hitch fore and aft several times before locking it back in place. At the beginning of each trip, examine the grease on the rails and if it's become dirty or gritty, wipe off the excess and reapply.
The hitch itself needs lubrication
view full answer... - Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch or Sidewinder Pin Box on 5th Wheel Pulled by 2011 Ford F250 Short Bed
- You're correct about the slider. We recommend using a sliding hitch on truck beds greater than 6 foot but less than 8 foot long. The hitch would be slid rearward for low speed maneuvering, such as backing in to a tricky to access campsite or making very tight turns. At higher speeds, you'll move the hitch forward so the pin weight is concentrated at or slightly in front of the rear axle. Having the king pin sitting so its centered behind the truck axle can be dangerous.
A couple of
view full answer... - How to Install Curt A20 Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch on 2014 Ford F-350 with Factory Rail Kit
- In order to install your existing Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # C16541 on your 2014 Ford F-350 with the factory rail kit, you will just need the Reese Rail Adapter # RP30156. This adapter will mount to the factory pucks on your truck bed and provide industry-standard rails that will work perfectly with your Curt hitch.
I have attached a short video demonstration on this adapter that you can also check out.
view full answer... - Can Sliding 5th-Wheel Hitch be Kept in Rearward Position
- A fifth wheel hitch should remain in front of the rear axle, like how your Curt A20 # C16541 sits when not in the rearward position. It is not recommended to tow a fifth wheel trailer while the hitch is slid in the rearward position, as this will remove too much weight from the front axle and cause issues with steering and braking response.
You should only slide your hitch all the way back during low-speed maneuvering to ensure that you have enough clearance between the trailer and the
view full answer... - Slider 5th Wheel Hitch Recommendation for a 2016 Ram 3500 Short Bed
- We have exactly what you would need. In order to install a slider hitch in the hitch prep package of your 2016 Ram 3500 with the hitch prep package you will need the rail adapter part # RP30154.
With that you could install the Curt A20 Hitch part # C16541. This hitch is great because it has a slider that will give you 12" of travel and it has a dual-jaw system that provides 360 degrees of contact so you will get a smooth quiet ride.
view full answer... - Compatibility of the CURT Q20 5th Wheel Hitch with a 2006 Ford F-150
- Yes, you can use the CURT A20 Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch with Roller - 20K, item # C16541 in the bed of your 2006 Ford F-150. You will need the CURT Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ford F150, item # C16441-204, along with the hitch to complete the hitch installation on your truck.
The Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Custom Installation Kit with Brackets and Rails - Ford F-150, item # RP50081-58, will also work with the CURT A20 Hitch.
view full answer... - How to Install the Curt Q20 in a 2016 Ram 3500 w/ Factory Rail Kit
- I recommend the Curt Q20 Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch item # C16541 which in your truck will require the adapter part # RP30154 for installation.
If you have a long bed with the rail kit you can directly install the 25K fixed B&W hitch # BWRVK3600 without any adapters. For a wiring harness you can use part # PK11893-11932.
view full answer... - Can I Upgrade Curt Hitch For 16K To A20 Without Changing Rails
- If you have industry standard rails in the truck that match the photo I have attached and you want to switch Curt fixed Q20 part # C16130 or the Curt A20 slider part # C16541 that attaches to standard industry rails you will not need to change the mounting rails.
If you are trying to a switch to a Q20 that fits an OEM puck system I would need to know your year make and model to assist with that conversion.
view full answer... - Is all the Installation Hardware Included with the Curt A20 Fifth Wheel Hitch C16536
- The Curt A20 Fifth Wheel with Slider, part # C16541, is just the hitch. Since installation kits are specific to vehicles, they are sold separately.
For a 2010 GMC Sierra 2500 with 6 foot bed, you use part # RP50064-58 as your install kit. It includes custom fit brackets that bolt through and around the truck frame, as well as the rails that sit in the truck bed for the hitch to attach to.
If you order part # 30083 and part # 50064-58 you will have everything you need to install the
view full answer... - Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Ram 1500
- There is a great option to tow a fifth wheel trailer with your 2017 Ram 1500, and I highly recommend the Curt A20 because it is extremely reliable and easy to use.
The correct hitch will depend on if you have a short bed or a long bed; if your '17 Ram 1500 has a 6-1/2 foot bed you will need a sliding hitch, the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R20 Slider # C16541 or if you have a long bed you will need a fixed hitch, the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16140.
The A20 has an
view full answer... - Outboard Or Inboard 5th Wheel Installation Kit 2014 Ram 2500
- An outboard 5th wheel installation kit will be much easier to install compared to an inboard 5th wheel installation kit. In most cases, the frame brackets used on an outboard kit will have mounting bolts that attach outside the frame rail. On inboard installation kits, the frame brackets have mounting bolts that will be on the inside of the frame rail. The longer base rails for the outboard kit are required because the mounting holes are outside the frame rail and not inside the frame rail
view full answer... - Will Curt Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Adapter # C16022 Fit with Reese Slider Hitches
- The Curt fifth wheel rail kit adapter part # C16022 for Ram hitch prep packages will fit with Reese slider hitches. We took on of the Reese slider part # RP30083 we had in stock and test fit it to the # C16022 and found they fit well together.
view full answer... - 5th Wheel Trailer Rides too High at the Front with a 2016 Ram 2500/3500 4x4
- When using the Curt adapter # C16022 to use a regular 5th wheel hitch in the OEM prep package of the 2016 Ram the adapter will sit up about as high as regular rails, though perhaps up to an inch taller but I do have a possible solution for you.
Since your hitch is already as low as it can go then the only other adjustment is on the 5th wheel trailer. You could raise the pin box on most 5th wheel trailers which will lower the front of the trailer.
And another option is to raise the
view full answer... - Solution for Fifth Wheel that is to Tall When at its Shortest Setting for Level Trailer
- The # C16022 does add a few inches to the height of a fifth wheel hitch. Typically you can raise the pin box of the trailer higher up into the trailer frame which will allow a taller fifth wheel hitch to fit. You do want to be sure you have at least 6 inches of clearance between the bedrails of the truck and the overhang of the trailer.
It doesn't help that the Q24 is one of the tallest fifth wheel hitches on the market. For a shorter hitch that would work great the Reese Select Plus
view full answer... - Will Curt Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Adapter part # C16022 Fit 2022 Ram 3500 Prep Package
- Yes, the Curt fifth wheel rail adapter part # C16022 does fit the OEM prep package of your 2022 Ram 3500 dually.
view full answer... - Will a Reese or Husky 5th Wheel Hitch Fit Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- The Curt adapter rails # C16022 for Ram trucks with the factory prep package is only a fit for Curt 5th wheel trailer hitches and will not work with a Reese or Husky 5th wheel hitch.
For a compatible Curt slider hitch a popular option is the A20 slider, # C16541. This hitch is rated for 20,000 pounds gross trailer weight, has 12 inches of travel, and features a cushioned head for a smoother ride.
view full answer... - How to Fit Curt A16 5th Wheel Hitch to 2017 Ram 2500 Puck System
- I have a few different options for you to use a Curt A16 5th wheel hitch with your 2017 Ram 2500 puck system, but the Adapter Rails # C16022 are only designed to work with Curt sliding 5th wheel hitches so it won't be compatible with the fixed A16 # C16120 you referenced.
I'm not sure what you already have (the hitch or the adapter rails) so I'll list out the different combinations below.
If you already have the adapter rails:
- Adapter Rails # C16022
- Curt A16 Slider # C16521
If
view full answer... - Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Adapter to Fit Husky Hitch to 2020 Ram 2500 OEM Rail Kit
- I have a solution for you but the # C16022 only works with Curt slider hitches. So for your Husky fifth wheel hitch you'd want the Reese adapter part # RP30154 which fits the OEM rail kit of your 2020 Ram 2500 and is compatible with your hitch.
view full answer... - What Does Curt Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Adapter for Ram Rail Kit Look Like
- The Curt Ram rail kit adapter you'd need for your 2017 Ram 3500 short bed would be the part # C16022 which I attached a picture and install video of.
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch And Trailer Adjustment Options For 2016 Ram 3500-6Ft Bed Factory Rails
- For your 2016 Ram 3500, I recommend the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R20 Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs, # C16541 along with the Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider - Ram Towing Prep Package # C16022. I've linked a video of this hitch and adapter rail kit. This hitch is adjustable from 17-1/2 - 21-1/2 inches. This will give you adjustability to ensure you won't hit the bed or tailgate of your truck.
There will also be adjustability on your pin box on the trailer
view full answer... - Total Height Added by Use of Curt 5th Wheel Hitch Adapter Rail C16022
- The Curt Adapter Rail # C16022 for 5th wheel hitches will add 1-1/2-inches of height to your 5th wheel set-up as compared to standard base rails, according to my technical contact at Curt. This adapter is compatible with the Curt A20 hitch # C16541 that you referenced.
If you need a 5th wheel wiring harness you can use # 50-97-410.
view full answer... - Are There Adapter Rails for 2014 Ram Prep Package Lower Than Curt Adapter Rails
- There are no adapter rails for your 2014 Ram 2500 or 3500 with the prep package that are going to offer you any less height than the Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch # C16022 for your Curt A20 Curt A20 # C16541. This hitch and rails combo, when at its lowest setting, is 19 inches and there is an option that can work for you to get a level towing set up.
An over/under conversion kit is one option, and what this does is move your trailer's leaf springs to the top of your axle and
view full answer... - Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Adapter Recommendation for Curt Slider Hitch in Bed of 2018 Ram 2500
- The Curt slider adapter kit part # C16022 that you referenced was designed specifically to fit the Ram rail kit adapters like what you have installed in your 2018 Ram 2500 and work with R5 sliders like what you have on your hitch so it would be a great option that we can gaurantee will work for you.
view full answer... - Rail Kit Adapter Recommendation for a 2015 Ram 2500 for Reese Slider Hitch
- I have a solution for you, but the part # C16022 is designed to only work with Curt sliders. You instead would need the part # RP30154 as it will fit the hitch prep package of your 2015 Ram 2500 and will work with your Reese 15k slider hitch.
view full answer... - Adapter Needed To Connect Andersen Ultimate 5TH Wheel Hitch 3200 to 2019 Ram 3500 Puck System
- For the Andersen Ultimate Connection 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch System # AM3200 you will want to use the Adapter Rails # C29BR to fit the factory puck system on your 2019 Ram 3500. The Curt Rails # C16022 you found have vertical braces between the mounting slots which will not allow for the Andersen to fit.
view full answer... - Can PullRite Base Rail Adapter Be Used with Curt Base Rail Adapter on 2019 Ram with Factory Pucks
- The Curt Adapter Rails # C16022 that you referenced will drop into the factory pucks on your new 2019 Ram 2500 (congrats on the new truck!) to provide industry-standard rails. Your PullRite Base Rail Adapter is designed to attach to industry-standard rails, so technically it will fit, however I cannot recommend doing this.
Using an adapter on top of an adapter just creates way too much movement, especially considering you would be using an automatic sliding hitch on top of it. This
view full answer... - Which Curt Rail Kit Adapter Fits Curt Sliding Hitch and Rail Kit of 2015 Ram 2500
- Yes the Curt rail adapter part # C16022 is compatible with the Curt slider hitch you have. The dimensions you mentioned are industry standard dimensions which is what this is designed to provide.
view full answer... - How To Determine The Correct 5th Wheel Hitch Height For A 2021 Ram 2500 And Grand Design 29R
- To find the correct hitch height you will need to measure the height from the ground to the floor of your truck bed and the height from the ground to the king pin plate while the camper is level. The difference between these two measurements is what you'll need to set the height of your hitch to. You'll also want to ensure that the nose of your camper has at minimum 6" of clearance from the top of your truck's bedrails.
For your 2021 Ram 2500 I recommend the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer
view full answer... - Fitment of Adapter Rails for Curt A20 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider
- The Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider, # C16022 is an adapter especially designed to attach to the receivers in a Ram's factory, underbed 5th-wheel towing prep package and then provides the attachment point for a Curt 5th-wheel hitch with sliders such as the Curt E16 # 16516, Curt A16 # C16521, Curt A20 # C16541, Curt Q24 # C16546.
view full answer... - Fit of Curt C16022 With Q24 Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch
- The correct Curt model OEM puck base for your Curt # C16546 Q24 sliding 5th wheel hitch is the # C16022 you specified.
The Reese # RP30154 and the Demco # DM6099 are also compatible with your Curt Q24 Slider.
I've linked to some product videos that you might find informative.
view full answer... - Can Slider Hitch Be Used with Sidewinder Pin Box
- If you already have the Curt rail kit adapter part # C16022 for your 2017 Ram 2500 you most likely already have a slider hitch too. Which you can use a slider hitch with a Sidewinder pin box, but you have to keep it slid forward at all times.
You will need to remove the pin box of the trailer and replace it with a Sidewinder pin box. Sidewinders are pin box specific so you will first need to know what pin box you have now in order to pick out the correct one.
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Mac
12/22/2017
1 year and this hitch is still awesome