CURT A20
A full featured 20,000 lb hitch for long bed three quarter and one ton trucks.
Amazon $982.75$982.75
The CURT A20 is the better fifth wheel hitch overall, rated 4.2 to 3.9. The CURT A20 leads on price and features. The CURT A20 costs $216.25 less ($982.75 vs $1,199).
B&W Companion
For owners of a B&W Turnoverball who want a fifth wheel hitch without rails in the bed.
etrailer $1,199$1,199
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 A20 for price ($982.75 vs $1,199) and features (full articulation, adjustable height, lockable vs full articulation, adjustable height).
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 | B&W Companion |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Price 25% | 51 $982.75 | 37 $1,199 |
| 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% | 75 full articulation, adjustable height, lockable | 60 full articulation, adjustable height |
| Warranty 20% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| CURT A20 | B&W Companion | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Gross trailer weight | 20,000 lb | 20,000 lb |
| Pin weight | 5,000 lb | - |
| Head | ||
| Mount | Rails (or puck kit) | Gooseneck ball |
| Jaw | Interlocking dual jaws | Dual jaw |
| Articulation | Fore, aft and side to side | Fore, aft and side to side |
| Adjustable height | Yes | Yes |
| Height | 13 to 17 in | 16.25 to 18.25 in |
| Short bed ready | No | No |
| Lockable | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Head weight | 100 lb | - |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |