Is this right for you? Product Expert Kathleen M says:
Yes, if you:
Struggle to see if your king pin is fully latched - color-coded system makes it easy to see from your cab
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:
Take the hitch in and out often and don't want to break your back to lift this whole thing out
Don't have the patience to perfectly level out your trailer when unhooking - the cushioned head can cause the jaws to bind up
Prefer American-made craftsmanship
Heavy-duty fifth-wheel trailer hitch has interlocking jaws and a color-coded lock indicator for superb safety and security. Torsion head offers easy hookup and quiet, stable towing. Legs mount to Ram OEM underbed platform. 1-800-940-8924 to order CURT fifth wheel hitch part number C16046 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all CURT products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs. Fifth Wheel Hitch reviews from real customers.
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CURT Fifth Wheel Hitch
- C16046
Fixed Fifth Wheel
OEM - Ram
CURT
25000 lbs GTW
Cushioned Double Pivot
Standard - Double Jaw
6250 lbs Vertical Load
14 - 18 Inch Tall
Heavy-duty fifth-wheel trailer hitch has interlocking jaws and a color-coded lock indicator for superb safety and security. Torsion head offers easy hookup and quiet, stable towing. Legs mount to Ram OEM underbed platform.
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
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
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: 25,000 lbs
Vertical load limit: 6,250 lbs
Hitch height: 14" - 18"
Limited lifetime warranty
Note: This fifth-wheel hitch is compatible with rotating pin boxes, such as the Reese Sidewinder, Reese Revolution, and 5th Airborne Sidewinder, only when used with a wedge (sold separately).
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).
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (315 Customer Reviews)
Heavy-duty fifth-wheel trailer hitch has interlocking jaws and a color-coded lock indicator for superb safety and security. Torsion head offers easy hookup and quiet, stable towing. Legs mount to Ram OEM underbed platform.
by: Matthew07/06/2021
Shipping was fast for box 2/2. I believe I placed my order on June 30th and box 2/2 was delivered on July 2nd. Unfortunately box 2/2 was the only box that I had a tracking number for so I had to call etrailer. Even though this was an inconvenience the lady was super nice and helpful and ensured me box 1/2 would be at my home by the 6th of July and it was. The legs fit perfectly into the 2021 Ram puck system and was almost to easy to believe it was done correctly. The rest of the hitch bolted directly into place as described. I am more than happy with this product and for how easy it is to use it is definitely worth the price.1085222
This hitch is amazing! I have hauled over 30 5th wheels the past year with this hitch ranging from 5k up to 20k. I have had no issues and just requires basic maintenance to ensure smooth hookup. The price has gone up on this since I purchased a year ago but if I was in the market for a 5th wheel plate for a new truck I would still purchase this exact setup and I would still use etrailer as the customer service is fantastic.
Matthew - 07/07/2022
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by: Nathan L.03/18/2020
2016 Ram 2500
This is my first run-in with a fifth wheel, so I spent a lot of time researching as many of the aspects as I could. I knew I didn't want to mount bed rails, so the truck was outfitted with the factory in-bed mounts. That allowed the use of this hitch. Using this setup allows for a clear bed floor by merely unpinning and swiveling the four locks on the leg's ends, then lifting the whole mess up and away.
It arrived in two separate boxes: good thing, it's heavy! Knowing that, the individual pieces were placed in the bed where it could be assembled closer to its landing place. The instructions were very clear, and, before we knew it, we had the mount dropped into place.
Connecting to the trailer couldn't be easier. With the lever forward and the yellow dot showing through the status port in front, the truck slides back into place with a satisfying "chunk" as the hitch latches on. Drop the safety pin into the latch, make your connects, give one final tug with the tow vehicle so you know the hitch is properly latched, and off you go! Thanks, etrailer!767389
One-year update: weve now put over five thousnad miles on our eleven-thousand pound fiver, and have had zero issues with the hitch. thats with numerous hitch-unhitch cycles, and a few long, steep grades to pull. The hitch works just as well as the day we installed it. The only shortcoming is its shear weight when lifting it out of the bed. Fortunately, the hitch proper lifts out of the spider mount by simply pulling one pin. That way, it can be removed in two pieces. Its still a two-person job, but is manageable. Thanks again, etrailer!
Nathan L - 03/19/2021
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by: Rodney11/12/2020
My experience with etrailer was amazing. They helped me pick out the proper 5th wheel for my needs. RAM 3500 8’ bed dually! The product shipped and arrived earlier than I expected.
The CURT A25 with the RAM prep package was an easy installation.
I could not be happier with my purchase and experience with etrailer.911304
It’s been about a year and I’ve hauled several different 5th wheel campers commercially and this hitch is performing great.
Rodney - 11/13/2021
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by: Thomas10/27/2021
I did a product review but have since had some wonderful help from your staff , primarily Nicole R. Who was a great help and solved some shipping problems we had. I am very satisfied with the product and the service.1189176
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-- Sierra K - 10/28/2021
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Still works great. None of the sounds I used to get out of my other hitch.
Thomas - 10/28/2022
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by: Bob from Sturgis Motorcycle Transport08/14/2020
Got my hitch on time great service I bought 4 pieces of equipment so far all high quality very easy to use and installation was very easy just a little heavy would definitely recommend as use myself again thanks for your help E-Trailer861920
This 5th wheel hitch is AWESOME!!! It was as easy as the video to assemble and install. I put it together in the living room watching to Olympics. It is easy to install in the factory RAM puck system. You should use a buddy, it is a little heavy. It took about 30 to 40 minutes to put together and another 15 minutes to install and torque all the bolts to specs.479288
First tow with a heavy trailer went great. Easy to hook it up east to un-hook. No problems so far. Still 5 stars!
Mike - 02/26/2019
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by: Dan 09/15/2022
2013 Dodge Ram Pickup
Easy to put together. It did require a couple washers between the hitch and the legs to get it to line up with the Ram pucks. Maybe a little over an 1/8th inch too narrow to set into all 4 holes at the same time. We've had it 6-7 months, started off towing a 13.5k trailer with a solid pin box and are now towing a 16k trailer with a rotaflex pin box. Never had any issues with chucking on either one. The jaws latch very positively, the status indicator as always been accurate(pull test every time we hitch). My only two complaints are that it's started to rust in a few places, I wish they did a better job on the painting. And the arm to unlock the hitch is short. I'm 5'10" and need to use a step stool to reach over the dually to unlatch it.1408401
by: Gary12/14/2020
2020 Ram 3500
Superior. My old Reese 16K served me well, but after 10 years of service including the AL-CAN highway, it creaked and moaned when loaded and banged around when not loaded. When I got a new truck that was 5th wheel prepped from the factory I chose the Curt hitch over the Reese, if for no other reason than it displayed first on the search list. I’m glad I did. First of all, the unit arrived in two heavy boxes. The boxes had a few dings, but were in pretty good condition. The contents of each box was packed well with styrofoam. None of the pieces sent to me were bent, broken or scratched. The instructions were pretty straightforward and easy to read. I’m 66 and completed the installation without assistance. I used the formula provided in the instructions to calculate the height of the assembly and the results were pretty much to my satisfaction. I did have to adjust the locking lugs and tighten each castle nut one notch to where there was a little resistance when locking. PROS: it’s solid, no wiggle; the head has a square rubber bumper the fits in the base that keeps the head from bouncing around when unloaded; coupling and locking indicators can easily be see from the cab and provide visual status of the jaws; interlocking double jaws. CONS: none at this time. I’m a happy camper.923035
Shipping was far quicker than I expected, and the etrailer shipping tracker is really nice. Installation/Assembly was pretty easy, although the Curt instructions could have been better. One tweak to the assembly process - I went ahead and inserted the legs into the pucks, unlocked, and then put the rest of the hitch together. Avoided have to lift the majority of the unit into place. As other people have mentioned, the leg assembly box takes a beating during shipping....not parts damaged. All in all, a happy purchase.975274
I have always had pretty good luck w Curt products! Product was was as described easy to install. Def heavy duty. Other posts were same, meaning boxes sustained heavy damage, but product inside was in great shape. Few scratches but no gonna change my review. Etrailer did price match so saved me some cash. Haven't pulled with it yet, just moved 40 ft camper around. May update later.635841
Good design easy assembly easy installation and removal. I modified an engine hoist so I could install and remove the hitch by myself. At my age the size and weight of the hitch make manhandling it too awkward.1336597
by: Mike B01/18/2021
This is a great hitch. To be completely transparent, this is my first (and so far only) 5th wheel hitch. Assembly was quick and easy with clear instructions included. The unit dropped right into the pucks on my bed, rotate the locking latches and done! Have over 2000 miles towing so far and no issues. RV dealer said it was a great choice.939426
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Still working great a year later!
Mike B - 01/19/2022
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by: Jorge04/15/2022
2019 Ram 3500
excellent fast service and the descriptions are very precise .. and very easy to assemble1286119
Excellent product I have used other hitches and this One is by far my favorite. No issues with hooking up and knowing that it is locked in and disconnecting is just as easy. Taking it in and out of the truck is manageable by myself with the ease taking it out in two parts.1323841
by: Jarom10/31/2022
Works as it should! Easy to put on / take off! The only downside is also its upside - Heavy Duty! It comes apart in x2 pieces which is good due to its weight.1460413
by: Robert 08/04/2022
So easy I let my wife back under the trailer. I like the way the jaws locks up like a semi when all the way in position.1346037
by: Nab01/10/2023
Purchased the Curt A25 to pull 18k fifth wheel, I do like it better than other ones I had. Solid built. No complaints.1497217
by: TJ and I on the road. Full Timers and loving it.06/24/2022
Very good hitch. this took a couple of hook ups/ unhooks to get it figured out as to the position of the RV height for easy hook / unhook but one year later we love it - easy on and easy off.1316424
by: Craig 01/30/2022
This is a great hitch. It's easy to use, smooth operation and offers a great comfortable ride. It's easy to take apart and remove from my truck whenever I need to remove it and I can do it myself if I need to. I would highly recommend this hitch and Etrailer. The purchasing process was easy and the hitch showed up at my door step as expected. If I ever need to purchase a new 5th wheel hitch I would definitely repurchase this hitch.1255568
by: Gregory07/30/2020
The hitch is exactly what i wanted. But just as important is the service i got from etrailer! My order was delivered sooner than promised - but i panicked only getting box 1 of 2. I called Donna to verify status and within 2 hours box 2 was delivered. Was able to put hitch together, get it installed in truck, and bring my 5th wheel home a week before i thought possible. Works like a dream. AWESOME PRODUCT AND SERVICE.853497
First off the order was super easy and what a turnaround on time. Less than a week after I ordered it and it’s on my doorstep. Good price, information was spot on and they kept me informed of the progress. Could not be happier.1093961
installation, assembly, fit and finish were excellent. I use a turning point hitch so the lug can be difficult to position correctly in the hitch. This hitch worked great with the lug. Solid latch with no noise or movement on the road. I like the indicator that leaves no question as to whether the latch is closed. Lots of grease points insure long life.1240311
by: Terry11/19/2021
If you own a dually, or are under 6'4", you may find the hitch release arm impossible to reach without a ladder for climbing into the pick-up bed. The pin that secures the arm, likewise. Does anyone have this figured out yet? Other than that, no problems, no unexpected quirks. A great hitch overall1207213
by: 02/08/2022
Nice well made hitch latches in bed well have used about 15 to 20k miles. Only problem is it doesn’t latch and unlatch very well now have greased it and checked it over but sometimes it won’t latch when I back in also I can pull the lever and the jaws won’t let go1260725
by: Robert08/08/2019
Pretty straight forward installation. Note the legs are front and back, the cam locks are different sizes front to back. Heavy as heck for and old guy but breaking it down into the 3 component pieces made it manageable . Nice job on the install video.682516
The Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs # C16046 has the ability to adjust from 14 to 18 inches. Since you do not yet have your RV, I recommend setting the height to the 17 inch location because this is what many users will end up with based on the bed height. I can't confirm that it will be the correct height for the pin box that you end up getting on your RV, but it likely that you won't need to adjust it for most pin boxes with your... view full answer...
If your 2017 Ram 3500 has the factory fifth wheel rail kit installed in the Curt A25 fifth wheel hitch part # C16046 that you referenced will fit it directly and will not require you to use an adapter of any type.
It drops into the 4 receiver pucks that are built into your factory underbed rails and installs easily. view full answer...
For your 2018 Ram 3500 with the factory rail kit the Curt A25 hitch part # C16046 is a confirmed fit and would be an excellent option. It has a 25,000 lb capacity which means it would be more than strong enough for your trailer that has GVWR of 20k. The lock of the handle is designed to prevent the jaws from accidentally coming unlocked. It's a redundant security device but basically if the pin can be inserted in the handle the jaws of the hitch aren't opening. view full answer...
The Coachmen Chaparral with Turn-Tec Engineering should allow for a fixed fifth wheel hitch to be used while making full turns so a sliding fifth wheel hitch or rotating pin box is not needed. The sliding fifth wheel hitches are very heavy so it takes more effort to get them in/out of the truck bed and the rotating pin boxes require a wedge which limits the angle you can coupler the trailer. Therefore, a fixed fifth wheel hitch will be a much better overall option for you.
I recommend... view full answer...
The Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16046 that you referenced has a limited lifetime warranty. This does fit your 2019 Ram 2500 long bed with the OEM rail kit. view full answer...
Yes, the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16046 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for the factory rail kit in the bed of your 2020 Ram 2500 short bed that you have. view full answer...
The Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16046 will work well with the Roto-Flex pin box. The combination will be a good match for you and this hitch with the specific connection to the factory prep package pucks will make installation easy. view full answer...
Yes. The OEM pucks on the 2015 Ram 3500 and the 2020 Ram 2500 are the same, so a hitch like the Curt # C16046 would work in both trucks. view full answer...
The puck system has the same spacing in the short bed and the long bed of your 2020 Ram 2500 with the factory prep package, so your short bed is perfectly compatible with the fixed Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16046.
The A25 is an outstanding hitch that is easy to use and has an interlocking dual jaw system that wraps completely around your king pin. This will give you a much more comfortable towing experience than hitches that have a lesser jaw system... view full answer...
The Curt A25 hitch head itself is indeed rated for 25K, but when the hitch head is used with the Curt leg kit for the OEM Ram puck system the hitch is only rated for 24K. This is because the puck system is only rated for 24,000 lbs per Ram. So, long story short, the limitation lies with the puck system on the truck itself, and not with the hitch. I hope that clears things up for you. view full answer...
Yes the Curt A25 fifth wheel hitch # C16046 does fit the OEM rail kit of your 2016 Ram 2500 and since you have a fifth wheel trailer designed for short bed clearance you'd have no issues with sharp turns either. view full answer...
The Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16046 you asked does indeed come with the legs, so you will not have to make a separate purchase. The A25 is a really great choice for your Ram with the 5th wheel prep package because of its interlocking dual jaw system that wraps totally around the king pin to minimize movement in the hitch for a more peaceful towing experience.
It also has a handy indicator system, and what this does is let you know if the jaws on the... view full answer...
Your 2018 Ram 2500 with 6-1/2 Foot Bed with OEM Prep Pkg and a Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package, # C16046 will work just fine on 5th wheel RV installed with Lippert Turning Point Pin Box. The extended pivot point on the Turning Point eliminates the need for a sliding hitch that would otherwise be needed on short bed trucks like yours to provide cab clearance during sharp turns. view full answer...
The Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16046 will drop into the pucks of your 2021 Ram 3500 which should sit up about even or higher than the ridges but you could potentially need to trim just around the feet to get them to drop into the pucks and sit flat they sit under the ridges. view full answer...
To determine what height setting you need to have your Curt A25 # C16046 set at for towing with your 2020 Ram Dually you'll want to take a few measurements. First measure from the ground to the floor of the bed of your truck, and then from the ground to your king pin. The A25 has height settings that can be adjusted between 14"-18" so you'll then want to set your A25 height to best match the difference between those 2 measurements.
Attached is a photo showing where you'll want to measure... view full answer...
The factory prep package or pucks are not the same, the spacing and design is different, they are not interchangeable.
Your question is linked to the product page for the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package, # C16046. This will fit your 2018 Ram 2500 with 6-1/2 Foot Bed and OEM Prep Pkg and be a great option for 5th wheel towing if you a rotating turret pin box, as this hitch is a fixed type. view full answer...
The Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16046 you referenced is a fifth wheel hitch that is compatible with the puck system in a 2022 Ram 2500. If by compatible with the Pullrite Superglide 2700 hitch you're meaning that you want the legs of the hitch to fit the Pullrite then, no they are not compatible. view full answer...
Yes, the:
-Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16046 that you mentioned will work great with your 2022 Ram 2500's factory pucks!
This hitch has a maximum towing capacity of 25,000-lbs, a maximum vertical load limit of 6,250-lbs, and has a 3-point indicator system with color coding that tells you if hitch is ready to uncouple, couple, or tow. view full answer...
The Curt A25 # C16046 and Q25 # C16049 are both excellent 5th wheel hitches however there are a few upgrades on the newer Curt A25 # C16049 that make it the superior hitch and my personal recommendation.
The primary difference between the two models is with the head. The Curt A25 features a stronger head unit with better materials that's going to hold up better over time. The jaws have also been upgraded to provide a more secure connection with the trailer and allow for a smoother ride.... view full answer...
The Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16046 and the Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16049 are both a confirmed fit for your 2017 Ram 3500. The Curt A25 hitch is the newer version of the Curt Q25 hitch which features a stronger head unit made of a more durable material in addition to an easier removal process. The Q25 requires two pins to be pulled in order to remove the head from the legs whereas the A25 only requires one pin to be removed to separate the head from the legs.... view full answer...
Good question and there are a couple of important differences between the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16046 and Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16049.
The first difference is the jaw system, as you can see in the accompanying photo I made which shows them side-by-side. The A25 has an interlocking dual jaw system while the Q25 does not; these interlocking jaws result in the A25 always having complete contact with your kingpin,... view full answer...
For your 2018 Ram 3500 short bed with the factory prep package to use with a Sidewinder pin box on the trailer I highly recommend the Curt A25 5th Wheel Hitch # C16046, paired with the Custom Wedge # C16992.
This is an excellent hitch that features an interlocking 2-jaw system to provide 360-degree jaw-to-king-pin contact. What this actually does, other than creating an extremely secure connection to the trailer, is greatly reduce the rattle and movement at the hookup point that you see... view full answer...
The Curt A25 5th wheel trailer hitch part # C16046 and the Curt Q25 5th wheel trailer hitch part # C16049 that fit the 2019 Ram 3500 OEM prep package are essentially the same hitch except for the hitch head specifically the jaw. They both provide the same 24,000 lbs of towing capacity and 14-18 inches of height adjustment however, the A25 is basically an upgraded version of the Q25.
The A25 it's interlocking jaw that results in full contact with the king pin on the fifth wheel trailer.... view full answer...
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