CURT A16 Slider
The CURT A16 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 16,000 lb.
Amazon $1,248.59$1,248.59
The CURT A16 Slider is the better fifth wheel hitch overall, rated 3.7 to 2.9. The CURT A16 Slider leads on features, warranty and price. The PullRite SuperGlide 16K wins on weight. The CURT A16 Slider costs $147.71 less ($1,248.59 vs $1,396.30).
PullRite SuperGlide 16K
#10 in Up to 20,000 lbFull review
For short bed owners who want a slider that works on its own. Expect to pay well over a fixed hitch.
Amazon $1,396.30$1,396.30
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 A16 Slider for features (full articulation, adjustable height, short bed ready, lockable vs short bed ready), warranty (limited lifetime warranty vs 5-year warranty) and price ($1,248.59 vs $1,396.30).
- Choose the PullRite SuperGlide 16K for weight (43 lb head vs 84 lb head).
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 A16 Slider | PullRite SuperGlide 16K |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Price 25% | 34 $1,248.59 | 26 $1,396.30 |
| Capacity 20% | 20 16,000 lb gross trailer weight | 20 16,000 lb gross trailer weight |
| Weight 15% | 72 84 lb head | 98 43 lb head |
| Features 20% | 100 full articulation, adjustable height, short bed ready, lockable | 25 short bed ready |
| Warranty 20% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 44 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| CURT A16 Slider | PullRite SuperGlide 16K | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Gross trailer weight | 16,000 lb | 16,000 lb |
| Pin weight | 4,000 lb | 4,000 lb |
| Head | ||
| Mount | Rails (or puck kit) | Rails (or puck kit) |
| Jaw | Interlocking dual jaws | - |
| Articulation | Fore, aft and side to side | - |
| Adjustable height | Yes | - |
| Short bed ready | Yes | Yes |
| Slider | Manual | Automatic |
| Lockable | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Head weight | 84 lb | 43 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | 5 years |