B&W Companion OEM 20K vs CURT CrossWing

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The CURT CrossWing is the better fifth wheel hitch overall, rated 4.5 to 4.0. The CURT CrossWing leads on price. The B&W Companion OEM 20K wins on features. The CURT CrossWing costs $684.39 less ($614.61 vs $1,299).

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B&W Companion OEM 20K vs CURT CrossWing

Which should you buy?

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 weightCURT CrossWingB&W Companion OEM 20K
Overall rating4.5/54.0/5
Price 25%85 $614.6131 $1,299
Capacity 20%100 20,000 lb gross trailer weight100 20,000 lb gross trailer weight
Weight 15%88 60 lb head50 hitch weight not published (neutral score used)
Features 20%60 full articulation, adjustable height75 full articulation, adjustable height, lockable
Warranty 20%100 limited lifetime warranty100 limited lifetime warranty

Specifications

CURT CrossWingB&W Companion OEM 20K
Capacity
Gross trailer weight20,000 lb20,000 lb
Pin weight-5,000 lb
Head
MountRails (or puck kit)OEM puck
JawKingpin couplerDual jaw
ArticulationFore, aft and side to sideFore, aft and side to side
Adjustable heightYesYes
Height16.375 to 20.375 in17 to 19 in
Short bed readyNoNo
Lockable-Yes
Build
Head weight60 lb-
WarrantyLimited lifetimeLimited lifetime

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