Is this right For you? Product Expert Kathleen M says:
Yes, if you:
Have a third brake light camera to see the color-coded latch indicators so you don't have to get in and out of your truck when hooking up
Go down washboard roads to get to your favorite campgrounds and need a little extra shock absorption to keep from feeling every bump
No, if you:
Have a trailer with a rotating pin box, such as the Reese Sidewinder, Reese Revolution, or 5th Airborne Sidewinder
Prefer an American-made hitch
Heavy-duty fifth-wheel trailer hitch has a dual jaw and color-coded lock indicator for superb safety and security. Self-aligning, pivoting head and included lube plate make hookup a snap. Legs mount to Ram OEM underbed platform. 1-800-940-8924 to order CURT fifth wheel hitch part number C16530-16021 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all CURT products. Guaranteed Lowest Price and Fastest Shipping for Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs. Fifth Wheel Hitch reviews from real customers.
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CURT Fifth Wheel Hitch
Fixed Fifth Wheel
20000 lbs GTW
CURT
OEM - Ram
Cushioned 360-Degree
Standard - Double Jaw
14 - 18 Inch Tall
5000 lbs Vertical Load
Heavy-duty fifth-wheel trailer hitch has a dual jaw and color-coded lock indicator for superb safety and security. Self-aligning, pivoting head and included lube plate make hookup a snap. Legs mount to Ram OEM underbed platform.
Features:
5th-Wheel hitch mounts in your truck bed so you can tow your 5th-wheel trailer
2-Jaw locking 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
Unique spherical axial bearing allows easy pivoting of hitch head
Smooth, 360-degree movement - not just front-to-back and side-to-side tilting
Built-in cushioning absorbs road shock
Lockable handle lets you easily secure trailer to hitch with padlock (sold separately)
Short-throw, single-handle operation
Self-aligning head pivots for simple hookup
3 Lube points with easy-to-access grease fittings
2-Pin head removal makes it easy for one person to remove hitch
Included plastic lube plate lets king pin glide smoothly into hitch during hookup
4" Height adjustment
Fast, easy installation
Drops into the 4 receiver pucks that are built into your factory underbed rails
Sturdy steel construction with durable, carbide powder coat finish
Specs:
Application: 2013 and newer Ram trucks with factory-installed towing prep package
Gross towing weight: 20,000 lbs
Vertical load limit: 5,000 lbs
Hitch height: 14" - 18"
Warranty:
10-Year limited for hitch
Limited lifetime for legs
Note: This fifth-wheel trailer hitch is not compatible with rotating pin boxes, such as the Reese Sidewinder, Reese Revolution, and 5th Airborne Sidewinder.
Secure, Two-Piece Jaw
Unlike slide-bar models, the rounded, 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).
360-Degree Pivot
Curt's unique spherical axial bearing provides a durable pivot point that allows easy, 360-degree movement of the hitch head. This ball joint is designed for smooth, quiet operation with less clunking and chucking.
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (461 Customer Reviews)
Heavy-duty fifth-wheel trailer hitch has a dual jaw and color-coded lock indicator for superb safety and security. Self-aligning, pivoting head and included lube plate make hookup a snap. Legs mount to Ram OEM underbed platform.
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by: David11/14/2021
I purchased the Curt Q20 5th wheel hitch to tow a Cedar Creek Champagne with a 2016 Ram 3500 DRW. This hitch is easy to install with and easy to operate. I put it together in about an hour with one other person. I have towed about 2400 miles with it over the past few months and haven’t had any problems or noticeable wear. Don’t forget to retorque your bolts when you are supposed to!
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The unit comes in two boxes - separate head and leg assembly. The boxes were damaged and had been taped. Several of the bolts, nuts and washers were outside the shipping packages, but all were accounted for. The assembly instructions were straightforward and easy to read. The assembly went well and, despite the poor condition of the boxes, there were no scratches or defects. The installation in the Ram puck system is very smooth. All in all, a solid unit. We will see how it performs when picking up the 5th wheel.
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by: Dennis01/05/2021
2014 Ram 3500
I have not pulled with this yet, but after lifting this to put it together, it's going to be durable because this hitch is heavy. You will need two people to get it out of your truck or use the trailer to lift it out and store it on the 5th wheel hitch.
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Still a nice hitch, easy to use.
Dennis W - 01/06/2022
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by: GP12/01/2015
Saved myself about $150 buying this online from Etrailer instead of my local rv/camping shop. My hitch arrived on time. The boxes were tore up but the website warned me about that ahead of time. Packaging wasn't an issue as all items were inside and intact. Assembly was simple and I had plenty of help from all the instructional videos I found on YouTube. Great hitch and I highly recommend that you purchase your new hitch from Etrailer.
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This 5th wheel hitch fits OEM hitch mount provisions perfectly on my 2017 Ram 3500. Connecting and disconnecting works well. This hitch is heavy for one person to manage, but a hoist set-up makes for easy installation and removal. Tows well with no play between trailer pin and truck. Great product.
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Just installed my Q20 no problems at all dropped right in place I did not tighten bolts all the way until it was in place directions could have been a little more clear for the ram puck system etrailer one of the best online companies I have dealt with from customer service to getting right info to the best tracking ever
Can’t say anything about the hitch yet get my RV Monday so far so good I feel confident
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The chain for the keeper pin broke after only several months, otherwise has performed quite well.
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by: Cliff06/10/2022
It's a well built product but is a little difficult using. The instructions are very difficult to understand. They should be simplied. Too wordy.
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by: Sylvie B.03/22/2018
2016 Ram 3500
We purchased this hitch for our 2016 Dodge. Helen in customer service was wonderful in getting this to us in a timely manner. Installation was very easy and it pulls great. Awesome purchase!
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Great hitch, easy to assemble. Only issue was, my plate wouldn’t lift out of the mounting assembly. I removed the pins and covers, but couldn’t get it apart. I just left it together and assembled it in bed of truck
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by: Tim D.06/14/2015
Dodge Ram Pickup
Melinda at was great and help select the best hitch solution for my needs. Hitch arrived exactly when promised.
Hitch itself appears to be solidly built. Some minor irritations like the locking pin cables crimped so hard that the cables were cut in two on two of the four leg pins. Will have to do my own anchors for those. Also packaging, as noted in other reviews, is pretty weak. After opening I understand why the whole box was wrapped in shrink wrap. Looked like a war was conducted inside with piece parts scattered to the winds. Shrink wrap kept it all inside thankfully
Install was straight forward, and went in easy with two people. Could be a little challenging for one person. Hitch now resides on a RAM 2500 8ft with 5th wheel OEM prep. 5th wheel gets picked up next week.
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So far, this hitch has been absolutely trouble free. The two piece design makes for a uick and easy removal or install when I need the bed to be free of restrictions ! Happy camper
Tim D - 06/14/2016
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by: Larry07/20/2021
The Curt Q20 hitch went together well, was easy to hook up the 5th wheel, and locked positively.
Always a pleasure doing business with etrailer. It's hard, if not impossible to beat their prices, and shipping is very fast.
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by: James D.06/29/2017
This has been a good choice for a hitch. It's reasonably priced hitch and does the job it's made for. My rig's GVW is 15,000, so this is sufficient for me. My only concerns are that I've had some problems unhitching the trailer. I'm not sure if that's my rig leaning on the jaws or if that's problem with the hitch itself. I don't know it that would have been a problem if I had bought the B and W or Demco hitch. My second concern is one that can't be corrected as far as I know. I've got a dually and it's difficult for me to reach the handle because of my height. I carry a small step ladder to get over the fender for that.
When I ordered the hitch, it was time sensitive, since after I ordered one form another site, the order never came through. I called etrailer, and they promised a quick delivery, and they came through. It was a pleasure working with them. They get 5 stars!
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by: Roy R.01/01/2017
2016 Ram 3500
I have been towing a trailer since 1988. I have had several hitches from different manufacturers. The curt Q20 is the best hitch I have owned. There is a lot of pluses to this hitch the way it is designed. It was worth the money when you consider the peace of mind when towing.
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by: James08/27/2021
Just got the hitch installed took about 35 minutes..I haven't used it yet I will next I'm sure they will not be an issue good made heavy hitch thanks trailer good job
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by: Stan08/10/2021
Absolutely love the puck system and hitch mount. This hitch is easy to operate and easy to maintain. After a year it still works like it’s new.
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by: Stu W08/19/2020
Hitch hook up and disconnect is very easy. Towing is a dream.
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Hitching and unhitching is easy. There is no swaying or lurching when towing. Having the color code makes me feel more secure that the trailer is locked into position and ready to go.
Stu W - 08/20/2021
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by: Darrel12/31/2020
Great product, delivered in under 5 days.
Installation was easy.
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2 years ago I bought a inexpensive Curt hitch for a previous camper. I asked what the difference was between that and an 800 to $1,000 unit, now I know why. The long-term ride with this hitch is really great, double Jaws versus single Jaws is the way to go
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by: Tyler S.08/17/2017
2016 Dodge Ram Pickup
After 1 year the 20K Curt is still like new. It was an easy drop in for the puck system on my 2016 Ram 3500 dually. We pull a 42 foot fifth wheel camping and it does the business. Easy hook up with one person and the color coded handle comes in handy. Recommended buy!
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After a year, it is still like new. Couple grease points and using a hitch plate and really can not tell it has been used. The hitch is great and well recommended!
Tyler S - 08/17/2018
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by: Ray J.09/11/2017
2016 Dodge Ram Pickup
Hitch works excellent in my 2016 Ram 3500DRW. Only issue I had is one of the handles to lock in the cam to the pucks has rusted and the keeper wire broke off but that doesnt affect the function. Nice unit....heavy !
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by: Larry11/29/2017
Product was delivered about 8 pm last night. I was surprised that it arrived 2 days early. The boxes were beat up pretty bad but no discernable damage and all parts seem to be there. I haven't been able to install it yet so I comment on anything else. I eill comnent further when I get the opportunity to install it in a day or two. It looks well constructed and fairly easy to assemble. So far I am happy the product as far as I have gotten.
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I never has an issue and it is easy to maintain. Easy hook up and easy un hooking.
Larry - 11/29/2018
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by: Kevin Grant12/12/2016
2015 Ram 3500
I have had this hitch for a year now. I tow a 38 ft 5th wheel approx. 16000 lbs. It is very easy to hitch and un-hitch. Very stable ride. I think this is a great product. Very important to keep it lubed, but it is easy to lube.
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I have been using now for over two years many miles on the 5th wheel and hitch. I have had zero problems with it, still functions great. As I stated above you must keep it lubed for easy release of the hitch, but it is very easy to lube. Great product.
Kevin G - 12/12/2017
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by: John upton04/28/2017
2016 Ram 3500
Great product
Every thing was here
Easy install
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For your 2016 Ram 2500 long bed with the 5th wheel prep package I recommend Curt 5th wheel trailer hitch # C16530-16021. This hitch will fit directly into the prep package and it is rated for 20,000 pounds so it can handle the 18,000 pound trailer. The hitch also has a cushioned head for a smoother towing experience. I have included a link to a video review of this hitch for you. view full answer...
We have several 5th wheel trailer hitches that will fit directly into the factory prep package in your 2016 Ram 2500 long bed, see link. I recommend the Curt Q20, # C16530-16021. It is rated for 20,000 pounds gross trailer weight and features a floating, cushioned head for a smoother ride. I have linked a video review of this hitch for you. view full answer...
There are 3 sets of holes where the legs attach to the crossmember of the Curt 5th wheel hitch # C16530-16021 for your 2014 Ram with OEM prep package.
You will need to unbolt the legs from the rest of the hitch and move them up or down as needed and then reattach them. See page 2 of the installation instructions linked to the right.
If you still do not have enough clearance then you could also adjust the pin box on the trailer up or down as needed. Trailer pin boxes are very heavy so... view full answer...
There is a formula you can plug in the dimensions of your setup into to determine if there would be enough clearance to make sharp turns.
(A + B) - C = Clearance
A = Distance from the center of fifth wheel jaws to the truck cab
B = Offset used like if you had a slider. Your extended pin box does not count since it pivots too.
C = Width of the nose of the trailer divided by 2.
If you are dead set on using that hitch you are most likely going to have to go with a Sidewinder pin box to... view full answer...
If you flip your Q20 5th Wheel Hitch # C16530-16021 upside down you will see that there is a pilot that extends below the bearing shaft, through a rubber grommet in a square pad. My contact at Curt said that the rubber square is holding onto that pilot which is why you are having trouble removing the head.
With the Q20 flipped over, take some WD-40 or some soapy water and spray that rubber grommet and the pilot to help loosen the connection. After applying the lubricant, flip the Q20 back... view full answer...
The Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16530-16021 will fit directly into the factory prep package in your 2014 Ram 3500 long bed. The hitch is also compatible with your Forest River Cedar Creek 5th wheel trailer.
This hitch is rated for 20,000 pounds gross trailer weight. It also features a cushioned head for improved ride quality compared to a non-cushioned hitch. There are no issues we have heard of regarding compatibility. I have included a link to a video review of this hitch for you. view full answer...
Using the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package, part # C16530-16021 to tow a 14,000 lb 5th wheel trailer with your 2019 Ram 2500 is perfectly acceptable.
The Q20 has a capacity of 20,000 lbs. This means it can safely tow a 5th wheel trailer UP TO 20,000 lbs - there are no adverse affects to using a 5th wheel hitch that is overrated for the weight of the trailer. If anything, you will be putting less stress on all moving parts, adding to the longevity of the hitch.... view full answer...
Yes the Curt Q20 part # C16530-16021 will fit the OEM rail kit of your 2021 Ram 2500. The total weight of it is 198 lbs. The rail kits are the same between the short and long bed versions of the Ram trucks. view full answer...
For your 2018 Ram 3500 6-1/2' bed with OEM Prep Pkg and 18,000lbs dry weight trailer I recommend the Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R24 Slider - Dual Jaw - 24,000lbs # C16566 with the Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider - Ram Towing Prep Package # C16022. This hitch will drop right into puck system for a simple and easy installation. Since you don't have a long bed you'll need this slider hitch to help prevent the nose of your 5th wheel from hitting the cab of your truck... view full answer...
Curt does indeed make the factory 5th wheel hitches for your 2018 Ram 2500, and they are essentially a re-brand of their Q-Series models. The equivalent for the M20 that you mentioned is the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Hitch # C16530-16021, which will drop right into the factory pucks in the truck bed (see attached image).
This hitch is also available with a higher 24,000 pound towing capacity with the Curt Q24 # C16545-16021.
I have attached a short video review that you can check out as well. view full answer...
The Curt Q20 # C16530-16021 that you are asking about has built-in cushioning that helps absorb road shock, because of this it is not compatible with rotating pin boxes like the Reese Sidewinder, Reese Revolution, and 5th Airborne Sidewinder.
I called Forest River to verify what kind of pin box that your WolfPack 285Pack13 Toyhauler uses and my contact said that it uses a standard pin box. The Curt Q20 will work great with your trailer on your 2014 Ram 3500.
If your Ram doesn't have a... view full answer...
Although B & W and Curt are both great companies that produce quality products, when it comes to a fifth wheel hitch for your 2014 Ram 3500 with the factory rail kit, I recommend going with one of our Curt Q-Series fifth-wheel hitches. This series features a 360 degree pivoting head to make hitching on uneven surfaces much easier and are also equipped with a built-in cushion to help absorb road shock.
The Q-Series hitch is offered in three different weight capacities:
16,000 LB Part #... view full answer...
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... view full answer...
Curt is the manufacturer of the Mopar branded 5th wheel trailer hitches. For example, the Mopar 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part 82214742 is the same as the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16530-16021 and the Mopar 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part 82214743 is the same as the Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16049. view full answer...
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... view full answer...
The Mopar 5th wheel hitches are manufactured by Curt and are Q series heads like the # C16530-16021 you were looking at, so in order to use your existing Mopar 5th wheel hitch you would need to swap the legs out for a set that will work in the Chevy OEM prep package. If you have a 2016-2019 Chevy/GMC truck, you can use the Curt OEM 5th Wheel Hitch Legs for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package # C16025 to replace the legs and use your hitch in your Chevy 3500.
If you've got a different model... view full answer...
I recommend the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16530-16021 for your 2022 Ram 2500 with OEM Prep Package. This hitch has a gross towing weight of 20,000 lbs and vertical load limit of 5,000 lbs. It also has a 2-Jaw locking system that provides a 360-degree jaw-to-king-pin contact for less rattle and more security than slide-bar models.
The built-in cushioning absorbs road shock and has a 3-Point indicator system in which the color coding tells you if the... view full answer...
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... view full answer...
Yes, you can install your Q20 Hitch Head # C16530 onto the R20 Round Tube Slider # C16550 to give you the sliding version of the Q20 # C16536. To install this to the OEM puck system on your 2014 Ram 3500 you'll also need the Adapter Rails # C16022. view full answer...
I do have an option for you but the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16530-16021 cannot be used with a rotating pin box like the Lippert Turning Point because of the spherical axial bearing in the head. However, the Curt OEM 5th Wheel Hitch Legs for Ram Towing Prep Package part # C16021 that the above hitch uses is compatible with the Head Unit for Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16540 which is compatible with rotating pin boxes like the Lippert Turning Point. Therefore,... view full answer...
I'd recommend the Curt 20K fifth wheel hitch, part # C16530-16021. The hitch uses a premium double jaw that holds the king pin firmly, and the 360 degree pivoting head makes hitching and unhitching on uneven terrain much easier. The hitch will drop right into the in-bed pucks and will secure into place quickly. view full answer...
I would go with the B and W Companion hitch part # BWRVK3600 over the Curt Hitch part # C16530-16021. The Comapion series of fifth wheel hitches is often regarded as the nicest fifth wheel hitch around. Many people swear by them. Because of that I would recommend it for you.
The Curt height range is 13-17 inches, and the Companion is 17-19. The only reason I would go with the Curt would be if the height of the Companion is too high.
I attached an install video for the Companion for you... view full answer...
The Curt 20K 5th wheel trailer hitch # C16530-16021 is designed to fit Ram trucks that have the factory installed 5th wheel prep package with the 4 pucks in the bed, so it will fit in the pucks in your 2017 Ram 2500. However, since you have a short bed truck you're likely going to need a sliding hitch unless the trailer was specifically designed to be towed by a short bed truck.
If you do in fact need a sliding hitch, I recommend using the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider... view full answer...
Typically with truck beds that are shorter than 8 feet a sliding hitch is going to be required in order for you to make 90 degree turns; there are some trailer designs that sometimes allow for enough clearance but I don't believe that the tapered nose on your 2021 Grand Design Reflection 311BHS falls into that category. However, if you want to take some measurements of your truck and trailer, you can put them into the formula below and determine if you're going to have enough space to make... view full answer...
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