CURT CrossWing
A light, easy to remove 20,000 lb hitch for owners with a rigid pin box who want their bed back between trips.
Amazon $749.95$749.95
The CURT CrossWing is the better fifth wheel hitch overall, rated 4.4 to 3.9. The CURT CrossWing leads on capacity and price. The B&W Patriot 18K wins on features. The CURT CrossWing costs $149.05 less ($749.95 vs $899).
B&W Patriot 18K
A strong pick for long bed trucks on standard rails pulling fifth wheels up to 18,000 lb, with a smooth, quiet coupler and a lifetime warranty.
B&W Trailer Hitches $899 etrailer $899$899
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 CrossWing for capacity (20,000 lb gross trailer weight vs 18,000 lb gross trailer weight) and price ($749.95 vs $899).
- Choose the B&W Patriot 18K for 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 CrossWing | B&W Patriot 18K |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Price 25% | 71 $749.95 | 58 $899 |
| Capacity 20% | 100 20,000 lb gross trailer weight | 60 18,000 lb gross trailer weight |
| Weight 15% | 88 60 lb head | 50 hitch weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 20% | 60 full articulation, adjustable height | 75 full articulation, adjustable height, lockable |
| Warranty 20% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| CURT CrossWing | B&W Patriot 18K | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Gross trailer weight | 20,000 lb | 18,000 lb |
| Pin weight | - | 4,500 lb |
| Head | ||
| Mount | Rails (or puck kit) | Rails (or puck kit) |
| Jaw | Kingpin coupler | Dual jaw |
| Articulation | Fore, aft and side to side | Fore, aft and side to side |
| Adjustable height | Yes | Yes |
| Height | 16.375 to 20.375 in | 16 to 19 in |
| Short bed ready | No | No |
| Lockable | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Head weight | 60 lb | - |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |