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
3.7/5
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.
- 16,000 lbRating
- 4,000 lbPin weight
- Rails (or puck kit)Mount
- 84 lbHead weight
Check price at Amazon$1,248.59
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Rated for short bed trucks: the slider moves the head back 12 in for tight turns
- Fully articulating head pivots fore, aft and side to side
- Mounts on standard rails, with puck system versions sold too
- Limited lifetime warranty
Cons
- Rated 16,000 lb, less than the A20 slider that costs little more
- You have to stop and move the slider by hand before tight turns
- Rails or a puck adapter cost extra
The CURT A Series Slider family
Every CURT A Series Slider model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own rating.
| Model | Rating | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CURT A16 Slider (this one) | 16,000 lb | 3.7/5 | $1,248.59 |
| CURT A20 Slider | 20,000 lb | 4.2/5 | $1,266.80 |
| CURT A25 Slider | 25,000 lb | 4.1/5 | $1,394.95 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its rating. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 16052 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Gross trailer weight | 16,000 lb |
| Pin weight | 4,000 lb |
| Head | |
| Mount | Rails (or puck kit) |
| Jaw | Interlocking dual jaws |
| Articulation | Fore, aft and side to side |
| Adjustable height | Yes |
| Short bed ready | Yes |
| Slider | Manual |
| Lockable | Yes |
| Build | |
| Head weight | 84 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime |
Alternatives in this rating
B&W Companion
For owners of a B&W Turnoverball who want a fifth wheel hitch without rails in the bed.
etrailer $1,199$1,199
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
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