CURT A25 Slider
The CURT A25 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 25,000 lb.
Amazon $1,394.95$1,394.95
The CURT A25 Slider is the better fifth wheel hitch overall, rated 4.1 to 3.8. The CURT A25 Slider leads on features. The CURT A25 Slider costs $104.05 less ($1,394.95 vs $1,499).
B&W Companion OEM 25K
For 2020 and newer GM HD long bed owners with the factory puck prep who tow heavy fifth wheels.
Amazon $1,499$1,499
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the CURT A25 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 over 20,000 lb fifth wheel hitch; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | CURT A25 Slider | B&W Companion OEM 25K |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Price 25% | 57 $1,394.95 | 50 $1,499 |
| Capacity 20% | 50 25,000 lb gross trailer weight | 50 25,000 lb gross trailer weight |
| Weight 15% | 71 86 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 A25 Slider | B&W Companion OEM 25K | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Gross trailer weight | 25,000 lb | 25,000 lb |
| Pin weight | 6,250 lb | 6,250 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 | 86 lb | - |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |