CURT A16 5th Wheel Hitch | 16033 | Ford F-250/F-350/F-450 SD 8' Bed Puck System | 16K

Equip your Ford F-250, F-350, F-450 Super Duty puck-equipped truck for premium 5th wheel towing with the CURT A16 5th Wheel Hitch (Part #16033). A-Series premium 16K hitch with patented articulating head, self-resetting single-throw handle, and interlocking dual jaws — direct-fit to your factory puck system with CURT OEM puck legs. Includes A16 head (#16520) plus vehicle-specific puck legs. Drops into your factory puck holes with quarter-turn anchors — no drilling, no rails, no under-bed brackets. Backed by CURT's limited lifetime warranty.

The CURT A16 Series — Premium 16K 5th Wheel Hitch

The CURT A-Series is CURT's premium 5th wheel hitch line — engineered above the entry-level E-Series with patented articulating head geometry, interlocking dual-jaw design, and self-resetting handle operation. The A16 is the 16,000 lb capacity variant. Meaningful highlights:

• 16,000 lb gross trailer weight (GTW) — handles most travel trailers, mid-size 5th wheel RVs, and lightweight commercial trailers
• 4,000 lb vertical load capacity
• ⭐ Patented articulating torsion head (Patent #8,827,298) — cast yoke with poly-torsion inserts suppresses shock loads and reduces noise
• ⭐ Self-resetting single-throw handle — pull once to couple/uncouple; handle automatically returns to ready-to-couple position after uncoupling
• ⭐ High-strength interlocking dual jaws — fully wrap the kingpin for minimal movement and noise, providing better king pin contact than single-jaw designs
• ⭐ Three-position color-coded coupling indicator — red (uncouple) / yellow (couple) / green (tow) — visible from the truck cab, eliminates getting out to check hitch state
• ⭐ Extra-wide head opening — makes coupling easier, especially in low-visibility conditions
• ⭐ Sidewinder pin box compatible — approved for use with Sidewinder-style turret pin boxes (E-Series is not)
• Four height adjustment settings (13"–17" range) for different trailer/truck combinations
• Carbide black powder coat finish
• Backed by CURT's limited lifetime warranty (one-year finish, one-year parts)

⭐ Direct Puck System Fit for Ford F-250/F-350/F-450 SD

Standout install benefit: drops directly into the Ford F-250/F-350/F-450 SD factory puck system. Meaningful benefits:

• No drilling, no rails, no under-bed brackets
• Quarter-turn anchoring — install/remove in seconds
• Adjustable anchors eliminate chucking noise between legs and puck platform
• Full truck bed access when not towing

Vehicle Fit

• Vehicle: Ford F-250, F-350, F-450 Super Duty
• Bed length: 8'
• Requirement: Factory puck system (towing prep package) required — select model years — verify against CURT application data
• Puck leg set included: Ford Super Duty puck legs
• Hitch head included: A16 #16520

Complete A16 Puck-Fit Lineup — Choose by Truck

• #16033 — Ford F-250/F-350/F-450 SD ($1190.95) ⬅ THIS UNIT
• #16043 — Ram 2500/3500 ($1365.95)
• #16063 — Silverado/Sierra 2500/3500 HD ($1233.95)
• #16091 — Silverado/Sierra 2500/3500 HD ($1277.95)
• #16073 — Nissan Titan XD ($1327.95)

Prefer Sliding Operation or Universal Rail Mount?

A16 also comes as a sliding hitch (recommended for short-bed trucks) and as universal industry-standard rail-mounted versions:

• #16052 — Sliding, universal rails ($1272.95)
• #16053 — Sliding, rails included ($1397.95)
• #16709 — 6.5' bed Silverado/Sierra puck ($1777.95)
• #16062 — Ram 2500/3500 Kit ($1794.95)
• #16681 — Chevy/GMC/Ford HD Kit ($1747.95)

Just Need the Head?

• #16520 — Hitch Head Only ($599.95)
• #16120 — Industry-standard (rails sold separately) ($736.95)
• #16121 — Rails included ($775.95)

A16 vs E16 — Why Choose A16?

The A16 and E16 are both 16,000 lb capacity 5th wheel hitches sharing the same puck-system compatibility and truck fitment. Meaningful A16 upgrades over E16:

• Articulating head + cast yoke with poly-torsion inserts — smoother, quieter ride than E16's basic dual-pivot head
• Self-resetting handle — fewer steps during hookup than E16's basic single-handle
• Interlocking dual jaws — better king pin contact vs E16's single slide-bar jaw
• 3-position color-coded indicator — vs E16's basic coupling status
• Sidewinder pin box compatible — E16 is not
• Slightly lighter overall — easier install/removal

The E16 remains the value option for buyers who prioritize price and don't need the A-Series comfort and convenience features.

Need Higher Capacity?

The A16 is capped at 16,000 lb GTW. For heavier trailers, CURT offers the A-Series in higher capacities and the flagship PowerRide:

• A20 (20K) — 20,000 lb GTW / 5,000 lb vertical load
• A25 (25K) — 25,000 lb GTW for large 5th wheels
• A30 (30K) — Maximum A-Series capacity for luxury 5th wheels and heavy toy haulers
• PowerRide (30K) — CURT's flagship — multi-directional head, strategic grip points

Each higher-capacity variant is available for the same puck-system trucks and universal industry-standard base rails.

Load Ratings

• Gross Trailer Weight (GTW): 16,000 lb
• Vertical Load Capacity: 4,000 lb

Cross-Reference Part Numbers

• Part Number: 16033
• UPC: 612314160334
• Components: A16 hitch head #16520 + puck legs Ford Super Duty puck legs
• Patent: #8,827,298

⚠️ Professional Installation Recommended

Puck-system installation is easier than traditional rail-mounted hitches, but the A16 assembly is heavy. Installation should be performed by a qualified installer unless you have prior experience with 5th wheel hitch service.

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Backed by CURT's limited lifetime warranty (one-year finish, one-year parts).

Genuine CURT OEM

Key Features

• Genuine CURT OEM A16 5th Wheel Hitch
• Part Number: 16033
• UPC: 612314160334
• ⭐ Patented articulating torsion head — cast yoke, poly-torsion inserts
• ⭐ Self-resetting single-throw handle
• ⭐ Interlocking dual jaws — full kingpin wrap
• ⭐ 3-position color-coded indicator
• ⭐ Sidewinder pin box compatible
• ⭐ Direct puck system fit — quarter-turn anchoring
• Vehicle-specific fit: Ford F-250, F-350, F-450 Super Duty
• Bed: 8'
• Puck legs included: Ford Super Duty puck legs
• Gross trailer weight: 16,000 lb
• Vertical load capacity: 4,000 lb
• Backed by CURT's limited lifetime warranty

Specifications

• Brand: CURT
• Part Number: 16033
• UPC: 612314160334
• Product Line: A16 (A-Series Premium)
• Type: 5th Wheel Hitch (Puck System Direct-Fit)
• Patent: #8,827,298
• Head Included: A16 #16520
• Puck Legs Included: Ford Super Duty puck legs
• Vehicle Fit: Ford F-250, F-350, F-450 Super Duty
• Bed Length: 8'
• Year Range: select model years — verify against CURT application data
• Gross Trailer Weight (GTW): 16,000 lb
• Vertical Load Capacity: 4,000 lb
• Head Design: Cast yoke with poly-torsion inserts, fully articulating
• Jaw Design: High-strength interlocking dual jaws
• Handle: Lockable single-throw, self-resetting
• Coupling Indicator: 3-position color-coded
• Pin Box Compatibility: Standard + Sidewinder
• Height Adjustment: 4 positions (13"–17" range)
• Anchoring: Quarter-turn, adjustable
• Finish: Carbide black powder coat
• Warranty: Limited lifetime (one-year finish, one-year parts)