Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs

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• Differences Between Curt Fifth Wheel Hitches for 2018 Ram 2500
  For your 2018 Ram 2500 we have the # C16520-16021 which is the Curt A16 hitch and the # C16530-16021 which is the Q20. Aside from the weight capacity differences the A series of hitches has a upgraded head and jaw design that's a bit more robust. So for the A20 that fits your truck instead you'd want the part # C16044. Basically you'd want to determine the weight of the trailer you plan to tow and then get the hitch that best matches the capacity needed. The A Series is the latest and...
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• Is Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch Needed For 2021 Ram 2500 6-1/2 Foot Bed & Puck System
  Hi Nic, Generally yes, for a truck bed under 8 feet long like on your 2021 Ram 2500 you do need a sliding 5th wheel hitch. That said, there are 5th wheel trailers that have a tapered nose designed to allow the use of fixed 5th wheel hitches as they won't contact the cab on right turns, so if that's the type of trailer you have, then a sliding hitch isn't needed. With that in mind, the hitch I love for your 2021 Ram 2500 with the puck system is the Curt A20 due to its ease of use and...
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• Is There an Underbed 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2021 Ram 2500 with RamBox
  I do have an option for you but we don't offer any underbed mounting solutions for a 2021 Ram 2500 with RamBox. Instead, I recommend the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3255 with the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches part # BWRVK2602. This is an excellent setup that will provide you with a quality hitch and a mostly bolt-on install kit. It will work great with the Curt Turning Point when used with the Custom Wedge for B&W Fifth Wheels...
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• Can Mopar Fifth Wheel Brand Hitch be Used with Wedge for Rotating Pin Box
  The Mopar fifth wheel hitches are rebranded Curt Q Series hitches which due to their jaw design are not compatible with rotating pin boxes. The most similar hitch that is compatible is the Curt A20 hitch part # C16044 which is designed for the Ram rail kits and has an updated head/jaw design that is compatible with the pivoting/rotating pin boxes like the Sidewinders. The correct A20 wedge is the part # C16992.
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for 2018 Ram 3500 Long Bed with OEM Puck System
  For a 2018 Ram 3500 with the puck system, the absolute cream of the crop as far as fifth wheel hitches goes would be the USA manufactured B&W Companion, part # BWRVK3600. The extremely durable Companion's best features are the 1 inch thick jaw that holds the king pin very tightly for smooth and comfortable ride and the non-binding latch handle that makes it easy to operate the hitch jaws even if you aren't parked on perfectly flat and even terrain. This hitch is the top of the line, but...
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• Fifth Wheel Hitch Compatibility With A 2022 Ram 2500 W/ OEM Pucks
  Yes, the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16044 will fit directly into the OEM pucks on your 2022 Ram 2500. This hitch has a maximum towing capacity of 20,000-lbs, a vertical load limit of 5,000-lbs, and has an adjustable hitch height range of 14" to 18". I have also attached a product overview video for you to check out as well.
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• Comparison of Curt Q20 and A20 Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitches
  There are differences between the Curt A20 # C16044 and Curt Q20 # C16530-16021. The grease fittings, like you mentioned, and the A20 is slightly taller, ranging from 14 to 18 inches in comparison the Q20 at 13 to 17 inches. The two largest differences is the limited warranty on the Q20 is 10 years for the hitch and lifetime for the legs while the A20 is a limited lifetime warranty. Also, the Q20 features the 360-degree movement with the spherical axial bearing to improve the pivoting...
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch Weight Capacity for 2016 Ram 3500 with Pucks
  The fifth wheel trailer hitch I recommend for a 2016 Ram 3500 with factory prep package is the Curt A-Series 5th Wheel Hitch part # C16520-16021 for 16K or part # C16044 for 20K. In order to choose the correct model, you will need to know the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the trailer and then choose the option that exceeds this by a few thousand pounds. The 16K model would most likely work just fine for you but I recommend the 20K since this will give you more of a safety margin...
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• List of 5th Wheel Hitches that Fit Directly in Factory Prep Package in 2016 Ram 3500 Long Bed
  There are several 5th wheel trailer hitches that will fit directly in the 4 pucks in the factory 5th wheel prep package in your 2016 Ram 3500 long bed. I have compiled a list of them below for you: 25K B&W Companion # BWRVK3600 25K Curt # C16049 24K Curt # C16545-16021 20K Curt # C16530-16021 or # C16044 16K Curt # C16520-16021 20K Reese # RP30918 I have also included links to videos of these hitches for you.
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• Recommended Curt 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2022 Ram 2500 with 8' Bed and Prep Package
  The Curt 5th wheel hitch that I recommend for your 2022 Ram 2500 with 8' bed and prep package is the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16044. This hitch will drop into your prep package without the need for an adapter, has a 3-Point indicator system with color coding that tells you if the hitch is ready to uncouple, couple or tow and a fully articulating torsion head for controlled coupling and a stable, quiet ride.
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• Can the Curt A20 Fixed Hitch be used in a 2022 Ram 3500 Short Bed with the LCI Turning Point
  Since you have the LCI Turning Point you can use the Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Single Jaw - 20,000 lbs # RP30918 . You would not need a slider because your pin box is going to provide the turning clearance needed. Also keep in mind the Curt A-Series hitches are not compatible with rotating pin boxes like the Lippert. You will also need to use Sidewinder Wedge # RP44FR to keep the king pin from rotating inside the hitch head.
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• Comparing Curt A20 and Q20 Fifth Wheel Hitches for 2018 Ram 3500 Factory Rail Kit
  For your 2018 Ram with the factory rail kit the two largest differences is the limited warranty on the Q20 for Ram Trucks # C16530-16021 is 10 years for the hitch and lifetime for the legs while the A20 For Ram Rail Kits # C16044 is a limited lifetime warranty and the A20 has an improved jaw design over the older Q20. This means better contact for a smoother towing experience. I attached pictures of the jaws on both hitches for you to check out and compare as well. You'll see the A20 jaws...
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• All 5th Wheel Hitch Options for Factory RAM Towing Prep Package
  There are several 5th wheel hitches that will fit the factory RAM towing prep package hole pattern. I'll list out the options we offer below along with a few recommendations. The article you found was likely an old article. RAM sort of botched the release of their OEM 5th wheel package back in 2012/2013 and they started selling trucks with the factory mounting kit before a hitch was actually designed and released. The trucks were sold for about 6 months before a hitch was actually released....
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch For 2020 Ram 2500 8 Bed With OEM Prep Package
  Congratulations on the new truck! Since your 2020 Ram 2500 with an 8' bed has the OEM Prep Package I recommend the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16520-16021 which has a 16000lb weight capacity which will be plenty for your 5th wheel trailer that weighs 9500lbs unloaded. The Curt # C16520-16021 has dual jaws that over 360 degree king pin contact for a secure and smooth ride, along with the fully articulating torsion head will give you a smoother ride by...
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• Recommended 5TH Wheel Hitch For 2022 Ram 2500 6-1/2 In Bed Prep/Puck System And Revolution Pin Box
  If your 32ft Rockwood 5th wheel with the pivoting Revolution pin box is the only 5th wheel you will be hauling you can use a fixed position hitch like the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Slide Bar Jaw - 16,000 lbs # C16515-16021 in your 2022 Ram 2500 6-1/2' bed with the factory prep/puck mounting points. You will need a Sidewinder Wedge # C16991 specific to the Curt E-series 5th wheel hitch to ensure it stays locked in position and only turns on the pin...
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• Which 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches Fit Directly in factory Puck System in 2017 Ram 2500 Long Bed
  Yes, there are 5th wheel trailer hitches that will fit directly into the factory prep package on your 2017 Ram 2500 long bed without needing an adapter. You can use: B&W Companion hitch # BWRVK3600 rated for 25,000 pounds which is the one I recommend because it is a well-built, versatile hitch. Curt 25K hitch # C16049 Curt 24K hitch # C16545-16021 Curt 20K hitch # C16530-16021 or # C16044 Curt 16K hitch # C16520-16021 Reese 20K hitch # RP30918
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• List of 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches that Fit Directly in Factory Puck System in 2017 Ram 3500 Long Bed
  I will be happy to help. There are numerous options for 5th wheel trailer hitches that will fit directly into the factory prep package on your 2017 Ram 3500 long bed. Below is a list of the options. I have also linked videos for each of the hitches. You can use: B&W Companion hitch # BWRVK3600 rated for 25,000 pounds Curt 25K hitch # C16049 Curt 24K hitch # C16545-16021 Curt 20K hitch # C16530-16021 or # C16044 Curt 16K hitch # C16520-16021 Reese 20K hitch # RP30918
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• Do You Need a Custom Fit Wedge with a Curt Turning Point or is the Universal Wedge Sufficient
  The Curt Turning Point should come with a universal wedge, which often times is sufficient. There are times when the universal wedge isn't quite good enough and you will need a custom wedge. If you switch trucks/hitches often, then a universal wedge is probably the best way to go because it will fit multiple hitches. But if you go with the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16044 and plan on using that all of the time, then I definitely recommend going with the Sidewinder Wedge for Curt...
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• Will A Fixed Curt A20 5th Wheel Hitch Fit My 2022 Ram 2500 Short Bed With Factory Puck System
  Yes, that will be no problem. The Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs, part # C16044, will fit your 2022 Ram 2500. This is a fixed 5th wheel hitch. It has a gross towing weight of 20,000 lbs. It is height adjustable up to 4", so you can find the correct height range for your 5th wheel. It has built in zerk fittings for easy lubrication. This Curt 5th wheel hitch is self-aligning and it has a 3-Point Indicator System that is color coded. The...
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• Does 2021 Ram 3500 Short Bed with OEM Rail Kit Need Slider Hitch
  Since most newer fifth wheels have tapered noses to allow for better short bed turning clearance and the short bed of your 2021 Ram 3500 is on the longer side you would not need a slider hitch. So for a somewhat lighter weight fifth wheel hitch that fits the OEM prep package of your 2021 Ram 3500 long bed I would recommend the Curt A20 part # C16044 which weighs 190 lbs. Most are well over 200 so this would be on the lighter end, is very safe, has a very tight jaw design so the ride quality...
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• 5th Wheel Hitch and Wedge Compatible with 2021 Ram 2500 Puck System and Turning Point Pin Box
  You can go with the Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Single Jaw - 20,000 lbs Item # RP30918, which simply fits into the puck system on your 2021 RAM 2500 short bed. This hitch is compatible with the Lippert rotating pin box / sidewinder only when used with a Sidewinder Wedge, such as # RP44FR. You cannot go with the Curt A-series you were looking at, as Curt re-designed the hitch and it is no longer compatible with rotating pin boxes.
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• Can Mopar Brand Fifth Wheel Work with Gen-Y Executive 5th Wheel Pin Box
  Yes, the Mopar brand fifth wheel is compatible with the Gen Y Executive fifth wheel cushioned pin boxes like the part # GY68GR.
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• Did Ram Change the Fifth Wheel Tow Prep Puck System for the 2020 Model Year
  The positioning of the factory fifth wheel installation pucks in your 2020 Ram 2500 has not changed since its inception. Side to side center to center, the pucks will be 39 inches apart. Front to back, center to center will measure 30-3/8 inches. In other words, a fifth wheel hitch that will fit the factory pucks on a 2018 Ram 2500 will also fit a 2020 model. The B&W Companion # BWRVK3600 for long bed trucks or # BWRVK3670 for short bed trucks and the Curt A series, part # C16044 for...
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• Best 5th Wheel Hitch for a Lifted 2021 Ram 2500 With Factory Prep Package
  We have what is needed to make this work for you. Let's start by addressing the height, Please note the attached image. When towing you want your 5th wheel to be set level and you should have at least 5 to 6 inches between your rails and underside of the RV. Becuse your truck is raised several inches, you will want a hitch with a low height. I frequently recommend the same B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram with Towing Prep Package, # BWRVK3600 that you identified, as it is one of,...
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