CURT PowerRide 30K 5th Wheel Hitch | 16320 | 30K / 7.5K Vertical | Industry-Standard Rails Mount

The CURT PowerRide 30K 5th Wheel Hitch (Part #16320) is CURT's flagship 30K 5th wheel hitch — configured for universal industry-standard rail mounting. Grease-free operation via integrated polyethylene wear plates. Multi-directional cast yoke head. Self-resetting handle. Fast one-pin head removal. 4" height adjustment. Configuration: Industry-Standard Rails Mount. PowerRide head #16315 + industry-standard 5th wheel legs — mounts to any industry-standard 5th wheel base rails (rails and brackets sold separately). Rated to 30,000 lb GTW / 7,500 lb vertical load. CURT limited lifetime warranty.

The CURT PowerRide 30K — Flagship 5th Wheel Hitch

The CURT PowerRide 30K is CURT's flagship 5th wheel hitch — engineered for professional-grade towing performance with a suite of modern features that traditional heavy-duty hitches don't offer. Meaningful highlights:

• 30,000 lb gross trailer weight (GTW) — handles the largest 5th wheel trailers, luxury RVs, and heavy commercial trailers
• 7,500 lb vertical load capacity — 500 lb more than A30 (7,000 lb) — meaningful headroom for the heaviest pin weights
• ⭐ GREASE-FREE — Integrated polyethylene wear plates — no more messy grease application; smooth operation, extended plate longevity, and wear indicators to track hitch life
• ⭐ Multi-directional cast yoke head — tilts in multiple directions (not just front-to-back like A-Series), reducing strain on truck and delivering smoother ride
• ⭐ Ergonomic self-resetting handle — accessible from the side of the truck bed, self-resets after uncoupling
• ⭐ Fast one-pin head removal — hitch breaks down into smaller, lighter pieces for easier install/removal/storage
• ⭐ Strategic grip points — ergonomic moving and handling
• ⭐ 4" height adjustment — greater versatility vs typical 3" adjustment options
• ⭐ Patented interlocking jaws — full kingpin contact for coupling security
• ⭐ 3-position color-coded coupling indicator — red / yellow / green — visible from the truck cab
• Cast steel main body — dependable strength
• Premium textured dark grey Teridium finish — long-lasting rust resistance
• No welding or fabrication required for installation
• Tested to SAE J2638 safety standards
• Backed by CURT's limited lifetime warranty (one-year finish, one-year parts)

Configuration Details

Configuration: Industry-Standard Rails Mount

PowerRide head #16315 + industry-standard 5th wheel legs — mounts to any industry-standard 5th wheel base rails (rails and brackets sold separately)

Rails and brackets are NOT included and must be purchased separately.

Recommended Base Rails for PowerRide 30K

PowerRide's 30K capacity is limited by the rated capacity of the base rails. For full PowerRide performance:

• ⭐ For maximum 30K performance: #16205 — 40K Heavy-Duty Base Rails (80,000-PSI alloy steel) — this is the recommended pairing that supports full PowerRide capacity
• 25K rails (caps PowerRide at 25K): #16100 (Gloss Black kit), #16200 (Carbide Black kit), #16104 (Gloss rails only), or #16204 (Carbide rails only)

Note: Weight capacity is capped by whichever component is rated lowest (hitch + legs + rails + brackets + coupler). Use the 40K rails to ensure the rail system doesn't limit the PowerRide's capacity.

Custom under-bed brackets for common trucks:

• #16430 — Custom brackets for Ram 2500/3500
• #16911 — Custom brackets for Ford F-150

⭐ Universal Industry-Standard Fit

Meaningful benefit vs vehicle-specific puck configurations: universal industry-standard base rail mounting works with virtually any truck (with appropriate custom under-bed brackets) — including trucks without factory puck systems, older model years, and cross-brand installations.

All PowerRide 30K Base Configurations

• #16315 — Hitch Head Only ($1099.95)
• #16320 — Industry-standard (rails sold separately) ($1348.95) ⬅ THIS UNIT
• #16321 — Rails included ($1591.95)

Have a Puck-Equipped Truck?

PowerRide is uniquely available in direct-fit puck configurations for all three major truck platforms:

• #16594 — Ford F-250/F-350/F-450 SD ($1595.95)
• #16593 — Ram 2500/3500 ($1849.95)
• #16592 — Silverado/Sierra 2500/3500 HD ($1787.95)

PowerRide vs A30 — Which 30K Should You Choose?

Both PowerRide and A30 are 30,000 lb 5th wheel hitches from CURT. Meaningful differences to help you choose:

• ⭐ GREASE-FREE (PowerRide) vs Grease plate (A30) — PowerRide's integrated polyethylene wear plates eliminate messy grease application; A30 uses a traditional grease plate
• Vertical Load: PowerRide 7,500 lb vs A30 7,000 lb — PowerRide has 500 lb more headroom for heavy pin weights
• Head Design: PowerRide multi-directional tilt vs A30 fully articulating torsion — different articulation approach; PowerRide's multi-directional design allows tilt in more axes
• Height Adjustment: PowerRide 4" vs A30 3" — greater versatility for different trailer/truck combinations
• Finish: PowerRide Teridium Grey vs A30 Carbide Black
• Puck-Fit Availability: PowerRide available for Ford, Ram, AND Chevy/GMC HD; A30 only for Chevy/GMC HD
• Sidewinder Compatibility: A30 requires a wedge for Sidewinder pin boxes; PowerRide compatibility varies — check with CURT for specific setup
• Wear Indicator Plates: PowerRide includes visible wear indicators; A30 does not

Choose PowerRide if: You value grease-free operation, want the highest vertical capacity (7,500 lb), or need the modern multi-directional head design. Also the only 30K puck-fit option for Ford or Ram trucks.

Choose A30 if: You prefer the traditional heavy-duty A-Series design with grease plate, or want the carbide black finish over teridium grey.

Cross-Reference Part Numbers

• Part Number: 16320
• UPC: 612314050963
• Head: PowerRide #16315

⚠️ Professional Installation Recommended

Installation involves under-bed bracket mounting, base rail installation through the truck bed, and hitch assembly. Given the PowerRide's size, weight, and 30K rating, installation should be performed by a qualified installer. Note: PowerRide installs with no welding or fabrication required.

Limited Lifetime Warranty

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

Genuine CURT OEM

Key Features

• Genuine CURT OEM PowerRide 30K 5th Wheel Hitch
• Part Number: 16320
• UPC: 612314050963
• ⭐ Grease-free operation — integrated polyethylene wear plates
• ⭐ Multi-directional cast yoke head
• ⭐ Ergonomic self-resetting handle
• ⭐ Fast one-pin head removal
• ⭐ 4" height adjustment range
• ⭐ Universal industry-standard rail fit
• ⭐ No welding or fabrication required for installation
• Configuration: Industry-Standard Rails Mount
• Gross trailer weight: 30,000 lb
• Vertical load capacity: 7,500 lb
• Finish: Premium textured dark grey Teridium
• Backed by CURT's limited lifetime warranty

Specifications

• Brand: CURT
• Part Number: 16320
• UPC: 612314050963
• Product Line: PowerRide 30K (CURT Flagship)
• Type: 5th Wheel Hitch (Industry-Standard Rail Mount)
• Configuration: Industry-Standard Rails Mount
• Head Included: PowerRide #16315
• Legs: Standard 5th wheel legs (industry-standard rail mount)
• Base Rails: Sold separately (40K rails #16205 recommended for maximum PowerRide performance)
• Under-Bed Brackets: Sold separately (vehicle-specific)
• Gross Trailer Weight (GTW): 30,000 lb
• Vertical Load Capacity: 7,500 lb
• Main Body Construction: Cast steel
• Head Design: Multi-directional cast yoke
• Wear Plates: Integrated polyethylene (grease-free) with wear indicators
• Jaw Design: Patented interlocking dual jaws
• Handle: Ergonomic single-throw, self-resetting
• Coupling Indicator: 3-position color-coded
• Head Removal: Fast one-pin system
• Height Adjustment: 4" range
• Installation: No welding or fabrication required
• Safety Standard: SAE J2638 tested
• Finish: Premium textured dark grey Teridium
• Warranty: Limited lifetime (one-year finish, one-year parts)