The CURT pick for heavy fifth wheels on a long bed one ton. It costs less than most 25,000 lb hitches.
Amazon $927.07The CURT A25 is the better fifth wheel hitch overall, rated 4.3 to 4.1. The CURT A25 leads on capacity. The CURT Q24 costs $189.08 less ($737.99 vs $927.07).
A heavy duty head for owners who already have CURT legs or a roller. Buyers starting fresh will spend less on a complete A25.
Amazon $737.99Prices 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 A25 for capacity (25,000 lb gross trailer weight vs 24,000 lb gross trailer weight).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 20,000 lb fifth wheel hitch; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | CURT A25 | CURT Q24 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Price 25% | 97 $927.07 | 100 $737.99 |
| Capacity 20% | 50 25,000 lb gross trailer weight | 40 24,000 lb gross trailer weight |
| Weight 15% | 71 86 lb head | 50 hitch weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 20% | 75 full articulation, adjustable height, lockable | 75 full articulation, adjustable height, lockable |
| Warranty 20% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| CURT A25 | CURT Q24 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Gross trailer weight | 25,000 lb | 24,000 lb |
| Pin weight | 6,250 lb | 6,000 lb |
| Head | ||
| Mount | Rails (or puck kit) | Rails (or puck kit) |
| 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 | - |
| Short bed ready | No | No |
| Lockable | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Head weight | 86 lb | - |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |
