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 4.0. The CURT A20 leads on capacity. The CURT E16 Slider wins on features and weight. The CURT E16 Slider costs $16.14 less ($966.61 vs $982.75).
CURT E16 Slider
The CURT E16 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 $966.61$966.61
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 capacity (20,000 lb gross trailer weight vs 16,000 lb gross trailer weight).
- Choose the CURT E16 Slider for features (full articulation, adjustable height, short bed ready, lockable vs full articulation, adjustable height, lockable) and weight (60 lb head vs 100 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 A20 | CURT E16 Slider |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Price 25% | 51 $982.75 | 52 $966.61 |
| Capacity 20% | 100 20,000 lb gross trailer weight | 20 16,000 lb gross trailer weight |
| Weight 15% | 62 100 lb head | 88 60 lb head |
| Features 20% | 75 full articulation, adjustable height, lockable | 100 full articulation, adjustable height, short bed ready, lockable |
| Warranty 20% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| CURT A20 | CURT E16 Slider | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Gross trailer weight | 20,000 lb | 16,000 lb |
| Pin weight | 5,000 lb | 4,000 lb |
| Head | ||
| Mount | Rails (or puck kit) | Rails (or puck kit) |
| Jaw | Interlocking dual jaws | Slide bar jaw |
| 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 | No | Yes |
| Slider | - | Manual |
| Lockable | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Head weight | 100 lb | 60 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |