CURT A16
A quiet riding mid priced hitch for long bed trucks and fifth wheels up to 16,000 lb.
Amazon $683.95$683.95
3.9/5
For owners of a B&W Turnoverball who want a fifth wheel hitch without rails in the bed.
- 20,000 lbRating
- Gooseneck ballMount
Check price at etrailer$1,199
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Uses the B&W Turnoverball in the bed, so there are no rails to trip over when the hitch is out
- Thick dual jaws with polyurethane bushings for a quiet ride
- Head pivots fore, aft and side to side
- Limited lifetime warranty
Cons
- Only fits trucks with a B&W Turnoverball gooseneck
- Not compatible with Sidewinder or Revolution pin boxes
- B&W publishes no head weight, and owners report the base alone is around 130 lb
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | RVK3500 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Gross trailer weight | 20,000 lb |
| Head | |
| Mount | Gooseneck ball |
| Jaw | Dual jaw |
| Articulation | Fore, aft and side to side |
| Adjustable height | Yes |
| Height | 16.25 to 18.25 in |
| Short bed ready | No |
| Build | |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime |
Alternatives in this rating
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
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.
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