Hitches rated up to 20,000 lb cover most fifth wheels a half ton or three quarter ton truck can pull. They range from basic hitches with a slide bar jaw to fully articulating heads with wraparound jaws, and many come in slider versions for short bed trucks. Match the rating to the trailer’s loaded weight, then decide how much the head weighs and whether you need a slider.
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.
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- CURT CrossWing#1 of 10Full review
A light, easy to remove 20,000 lb hitch for owners with a rigid pin box who want their bed back between trips.
Amazon $749.95$749.9520,000 lb-60 lb - CURT A20 Slider#2 of 10Full review
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 $1,266.80$1,266.8020,000 lb5,000 lb100 lb - CURT A20#3 of 10Full review
A full featured 20,000 lb hitch for long bed three quarter and one ton trucks.
Amazon $982.75$982.7520,000 lb5,000 lb100 lb - CURT E16#4 of 10Full review
A budget hitch for long bed trucks pulling a fifth wheel under 16,000 lb. It does the basics well for less than half the price of most rivals.
Amazon $369.95$369.9516,000 lb4,000 lb60 lb - CURT E16 Slider#5 of 10Full review
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$966.6116,000 lb4,000 lb60 lb - CURT A16#6 of 10Full review
A quiet riding mid priced hitch for long bed trucks and fifth wheels up to 16,000 lb.
Amazon $683.95$683.9516,000 lb4,000 lb84 lb - B&W Patriot 18K#7 of 10Full review
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$89918,000 lb4,500 lb- - B&W Companion#8 of 10Full review
For owners of a B&W Turnoverball who want a fifth wheel hitch without rails in the bed.
etrailer $1,199$1,19920,000 lb-- - CURT A16 Slider#9 of 10Full review
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.
Amazon $1,248.59$1,248.5916,000 lb4,000 lb84 lb - PullRite SuperGlide 16K#10 of 10Full 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$1,396.3016,000 lb4,000 lb43 lb
