Universal A20 Series 5th Wheel Hitch Head (16540) by CURT®. The CURT A20 5th wheel hitch offers smoother, quieter towing for your home-away-from-home, combining the patented technology of A-series, an easier mounting system and the power of a 20K 5th wheel hitch. Like A16 hitch, this 20K 5th wheel hitch uses a patented cast yoke to allow for unimpeded head movement, while providing exceptional stability for the trailer.
Notes
- 5th wheel hitch weight ratings are limited to vehicle manufacturer's stated capacities
- Patent# 8,827,298
- Requires CURT 5th wheel roller or legs for installation
- This A20 head unit is designed to be a replacement head only
Specifications
Capacity: 20000 lb |
Vertical Load Capacity: 5000 lb |
Head Series: A-Series |
Finish: Carbide black powder coat |
Material: Blank |
Features
Designed to provide smoother, quieter towing and a more comfortable ride
The CURT A-series is named for its articulating head design. The hitch head is built on a patented cast yoke that offers a stable, quiet ride, even with large 5th wheel trailers.
Cast yoke suppresses shock loads and noise
This 5th wheel hitch uses a cast yoke with poly-torsion inserts to absorb road shocks and vibration as well as reduce annoying towing noise from the trailer.
Articulating torsion head for controlled coupling and stable towing
This A-Series hitch features a fully articulating torsion head that provides an extremely stable connection, while still being able to move and flex with the articulation of the trailer.
Alignment pegs and easy-access bolts for simple leg-to-body attachment
The A-Series 5th wheel hitch comes with alignment pegs on the legs that are easy to attach to the body using convenient mounting bolts.
High-strength, interlocking jaws for a secure hold on your 5th wheel trailer
The A-Series 5th wheel hitch head features high-strength, interlocking cast jaws that fully wrap the kingpin to minimize chucking noise and enhance towing security.
Three-position indicator clearly shows the coupling status
This CURT 5th wheel hitch features a three-position color-coded indicator that indicates the status of the connection so you’ll know when the hitch is coupled, uncoupled, and ready to tow. It’s visible from the cab of the truck, promoting faster and easier coupling.
The yoke has a set of poly-torsion inserts to suppress shock loads and reduce excessive noise, and the head features high-strength, interlocking jaws to give the trailer stability and the freedom to pivot and swivel as needed.
To protect the A20 5th wheel hitch against rust, wear and whatever other threats might impede your cross-country tour, it comes with a carbide black powder coat finish and a limited lifetime warranty. also test the A20 for safety in accordance with SAE J2638 standards to ensure reliability for the road ahead. It requires 5th wheel legs or a 5th wheel roller to be installed. These components are not included in this package.
CURT® Manufacturing has been a leader and innovator in the trailering industry since 1993. CURT markets a broad range of trailer hitches, towing systems and related accessories. CURT is "The First Name in Towing Products" for automobile and truck hitches, as well as RV and commercial towing systems. Products are marketed through retailers, distributors, installers, and e-tailers across the U.S. and Canada. CURT employs almost 350 associates, primarily at its manufacturing and headquarters in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. CURT operates 10 regional warehouses, each carrying over 2,500 items and has been twice named a Wisconsin "Manufacturer of the Year".