The CURT A20 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 20,000 lb.
Amazon $1,266.80The CURT A20 Slider and the CURT A20 are evenly matched, rated 4.2 and 4.2. The CURT A20 Slider leads on features. The CURT A20 wins on price. The CURT A20 costs $284.05 less ($982.75 vs $1,266.80).
A full featured 20,000 lb hitch for long bed three quarter and one ton trucks.
Amazon $982.75Prices 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 Slider for features (full articulation, adjustable height, short bed ready, lockable vs full articulation, adjustable height, lockable).
- Choose the CURT A20 for price ($982.75 vs $1,266.80).
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 Slider | CURT A20 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Price 25% | 33 $1,266.80 | 51 $982.75 |
| Capacity 20% | 100 20,000 lb gross trailer weight | 100 20,000 lb gross trailer weight |
| Weight 15% | 62 100 lb head | 62 100 lb head |
| 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 A20 Slider | CURT A20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Gross trailer weight | 20,000 lb | 20,000 lb |
| Pin weight | 5,000 lb | 5,000 lb |
| Head | ||
| Mount | Rails (or puck kit) | Rails (or puck kit) |
| Jaw | Interlocking dual jaws | Interlocking dual jaws |
| Articulation | Fore, aft and side to side | Fore, aft and side to side |
| Adjustable height | Yes | Yes |
| Height | - | 13 to 17 in |
| Short bed ready | Yes | No |
| Slider | Manual | - |
| Lockable | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Head weight | 100 lb | 100 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |
