CURT 16540 A20 5th Wheel Hitch Head Only
- 20,000 pound capacity, head only
- Legs or roller required, sold separately
- Patented cast yoke, poly-torsion inserts
- Interlocking jaws, pivot and swivel
- Carbide black powder coat, SAE J2638 tested
- 102 pounds, limited lifetime warranty
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A fifth wheel hitch head with a cast yoke and noise-reducing inserts, sold without legs or rollers. It is a replacement head, so you need the mounting hardware separately.
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ASIN: B01KVKC1LOModel: 16540Category: Fifth Wheel Hitch
Overview
Not a complete fifth wheel hitch, this is the head only. A cast yoke lets the head move freely, and poly-torsion inserts suppress shock loads and noise.
Owners who already have rails or want to replace a head get a quieter, smoother pull with a protective coating. The listing says the head must be paired with legs or a roller, so the full setup is more than the head.
Who it's for
Owners with a compatible leg or roller system who want a quieter head with a high capacity. Anyone starting from nothing needs the other components as well.
Pros and cons
- Poly-torsion inserts cut noise
- Cast yoke allows free head movement
- Interlocking jaws hold the trailer
- Carbide black powder coat
- Head only, legs required
- Heavy to lift
- Pull rating in conflicting units
Performance notes
The cast yoke lets the head tilt and move, and the poly-torsion inserts absorb shock loads and cut noise. The jaws interlock to give stability while allowing pivot and swivel. The maker tests it to SAE J2638.
Where it stands among fifth wheel hitch
- #5 most-searched brand and model of the 8 fifth wheel hitch lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 15 fifth wheel hitch we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | CURT |
|---|---|
| Model | 16540 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 102 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Gross trailer weight | 20,000 lbs |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Finish | Powder Coated |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible vehicle type | Truck |
| Included components | |
| Boxes | A20 5th Wheel Head |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Fit type | Vehicle Specific Fit |
Frequently asked questions
Is the CURT 16540 a complete fifth wheel hitch?
No. It is the head only, and legs or a roller are required.
What does the poly-torsion insert do?
It suppresses shock loads and reduces noise.
How much trailer weight is the head rated for?
Yes, it is a 20,000 pound head.
What standard is it tested to?
SAE J2638.