CURT A20 Slider
The CURT A20 for short bed trucks, with a manual slider that keeps the trailer clear of the cab in tight turns. Good for fifth wheels up to 20,000 lb.
Amazon $1,292.95$1,292.95
The CURT A20 Slider is the better fifth wheel hitch overall, rated 4.2 to 4.0. The CURT A20 Slider leads on features. The CURT A20 Slider costs $6.05 less ($1,292.95 vs $1,299).
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B&W Companion OEM 20K
For 2020 and newer GM HD long bed owners with the factory puck prep and a fifth wheel under 20,000 lb.
Amazon $1,299$1,299
Which should you buy?
- Choose the CURT A20 Slider for features (full articulation, adjustable height, short bed ready, lockable vs full articulation, adjustable height, lockable).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 20,000 lb fifth wheel hitch; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | CURT A20 Slider | B&W Companion OEM 20K |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Price 25% | 31 $1,292.95 | 31 $1,299 |
| Capacity 20% | 100 20,000 lb gross trailer weight | 100 20,000 lb gross trailer weight |
| Weight 15% | 62 100 lb head | 50 hitch weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 20% | 100 full articulation, adjustable height, short bed ready, lockable | 75 full articulation, adjustable height, lockable |
| Warranty 20% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| CURT A20 Slider | B&W Companion OEM 20K | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Gross trailer weight | 20,000 lb | 20,000 lb |
| Pin weight | 5,000 lb | 5,000 lb |
| Head | ||
| Mount | Rails (or puck kit) | OEM puck |
| Jaw | Interlocking dual jaws | Dual jaw |
| Articulation | Fore, aft and side to side | Fore, aft and side to side |
| Adjustable height | Yes | Yes |
| Height | - | 17 to 19 in |
| Short bed ready | Yes | No |
| Slider | Manual | - |
| Lockable | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Head weight | 100 lb | - |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |