{"product_id":"curt-a16-sliding-5th-wheel-hitch-16709-silverado-sierra-hd-short-bed-puck","title":"CURT A16 Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch | 16709 | 16K | GM Short-Bed Puck (6.5' bed)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCURT A16 Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch (Part #16709)\u003c\/strong\u003e combines the premium A-Series A16 hitch head with the CURT S20 5th wheel slider — providing turn clearance for short-bed trucks or added maneuverability for standard-bed towing. \u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration: GM Short-Bed Puck (6.5' bed).\u003c\/strong\u003e A16 head + S20 slider + puck adapter — direct-fit to Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra 2500\/3500 HD 6.5' short-bed puck system. Slider provides critical turn clearance for short-bed configurations. Rated to 16,000 lb GTW \/ 4,000 lb vertical. Sidewinder pin box compatible. CURT limited lifetime warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe CURT A16 Series — Premium 16K 5th Wheel Hitch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCURT A-Series\u003c\/strong\u003e 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:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16,000 lb gross trailer weight (GTW)\u003c\/strong\u003e — handles most travel trailers, mid-size 5th wheel RVs, and lightweight commercial trailers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4,000 lb vertical load capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ Patented articulating torsion head\u003c\/strong\u003e (Patent #8,827,298) — cast yoke with poly-torsion inserts suppresses shock loads and reduces noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ Self-resetting single-throw handle\u003c\/strong\u003e — pull once to couple\/uncouple; handle automatically returns to ready-to-couple position after uncoupling\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ High-strength interlocking dual jaws\u003c\/strong\u003e — fully wrap the kingpin for minimal movement and noise, providing better king pin contact than single-jaw designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ Three-position color-coded coupling indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e — red (uncouple) \/ yellow (couple) \/ green (tow) — visible from the truck cab, eliminates getting out to check hitch state\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ Extra-wide head opening\u003c\/strong\u003e — makes coupling easier, especially in low-visibility conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ Sidewinder pin box compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — approved for use with Sidewinder-style turret pin boxes (E-Series is not)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour height adjustment settings\u003c\/strong\u003e (13\"–17\" range) for different trailer\/truck combinations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbide black powder coat finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBacked by CURT's limited lifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e (one-year finish, one-year parts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ CURT S20 Slider — True Rolling Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandout slider engineering vs competitor units:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrue rolling design\u003c\/strong\u003e — S20 rolls on wheels that bear the trailer weight, rather than sliding on hollow rods (as seen in many competitor models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e~12\" of rearward displacement\u003c\/strong\u003e (competitors often only offer 10\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThick operating handle\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth roll forward\/back operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocks securely into each position\u003c\/strong\u003e (extended and retracted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical for short-bed trucks:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5' beds don't have the clearance for a fixed-position hitch when making tight turns — the trailer nose can strike the truck cab. The \u003cstrong\u003eS20 slider provides ~12\" of rearward displacement\u003c\/strong\u003e to prevent contact. Required equipment for safe 5th wheel towing with a 6.5' bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConfiguration Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration: GM Short-Bed Puck (6.5' bed)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA16 head + S20 slider + puck adapter — direct-fit to Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra 2500\/3500 HD 6.5' short-bed puck system. Slider provides critical turn clearance for short-bed configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAll A16 Sliding \u0026amp; Kit Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/curt-a16-sliding-5th-wheel-hitch-16052-16k-industry-standard-rails\"\u003e#16052 — Sliding, universal rails ($1272.95)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/curt-a16-sliding-5th-wheel-hitch-16053-16k-with-rails\"\u003e#16053 — Sliding, rails included ($1397.95)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#16709 — 6.5' bed Silverado\/Sierra puck ($1777.95)\u003c\/strong\u003e ⬅ THIS UNIT\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/curt-a16-5th-wheel-trailer-hitch-kit-16062-ram-2500-3500-puck-slider\"\u003e#16062 — Ram 2500\/3500 Kit ($1794.95)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/curt-a16-5th-wheel-hitch-16681-s20-slider-puck-adapter-chevy-ford-gmc\"\u003e#16681 — Chevy\/GMC\/Ford HD Kit ($1747.95)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePrefer Fixed-Position Puck Fit? (8' Beds Only)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/curt-a16-5th-wheel-hitch-16033-ford-super-duty-8ft-bed-puck-system\"\u003e#16033 — Ford F-250\/F-350\/F-450 SD ($1190.95)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/curt-a16-5th-wheel-hitch-16043-ram-2500-3500-8ft-bed-puck-system\"\u003e#16043 — Ram 2500\/3500 ($1365.95)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/curt-a16-5th-wheel-hitch-16063-silverado-sierra-hd-8ft-bed-puck-legs-16025\"\u003e#16063 — Silverado\/Sierra 2500\/3500 HD ($1233.95)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/curt-a16-5th-wheel-hitch-16091-silverado-sierra-hd-8ft-bed-puck-legs-16029\"\u003e#16091 — Silverado\/Sierra 2500\/3500 HD ($1277.95)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/curt-a16-5th-wheel-hitch-16073-nissan-titan-xd-8ft-bed-puck-system\"\u003e#16073 — Nissan Titan XD ($1327.95)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eJust the A16 Base Configurations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/curt-a16-5th-wheel-hitch-head-only-16520-16k\"\u003e#16520 — Hitch Head Only ($599.95)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/curt-a16-5th-wheel-hitch-16120-16k-industry-standard-rails\"\u003e#16120 — Industry-standard (rails sold separately) ($736.95)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/curt-a16-5th-wheel-hitch-16121-16k-with-rails\"\u003e#16121 — Rails included ($775.95)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA16 vs E16 — Why Choose A16?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArticulating head + cast yoke with poly-torsion inserts\u003c\/strong\u003e — smoother, quieter ride than E16's basic dual-pivot head\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-resetting handle\u003c\/strong\u003e — fewer steps during hookup than E16's basic single-handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterlocking dual jaws\u003c\/strong\u003e — better king pin contact vs E16's single slide-bar jaw\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-position color-coded indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e — vs E16's basic coupling status\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSidewinder pin box compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — E16 is not\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlightly lighter overall\u003c\/strong\u003e — easier install\/removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe E16 remains the value option for buyers who prioritize price and don't need the A-Series comfort and convenience features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNeed Higher Capacity?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A16 is capped at 16,000 lb GTW. For heavier trailers, CURT offers the A-Series in higher capacities and the flagship PowerRide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA20 (20K)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 20,000 lb GTW \/ 5,000 lb vertical load\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA25 (25K)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 25,000 lb GTW for large 5th wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA30 (30K)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Maximum A-Series capacity for luxury 5th wheels and heavy toy haulers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerRide (30K)\u003c\/strong\u003e — CURT's flagship — multi-directional head, strategic grip points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach higher-capacity variant is available for the same puck-system trucks and universal industry-standard base rails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLoad Ratings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGross Trailer Weight (GTW):\u003c\/strong\u003e 16,000 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical Load Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4,000 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16709\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 612314060962\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatent:\u003c\/strong\u003e #8,827,298\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Professional Installation Recommended\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSliding 5th wheel hitch assemblies are heavy and require proper mounting\/anchor torque. Installation should be performed by a \u003cstrong\u003equalified installer\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLimited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBacked by CURT's \u003cstrong\u003elimited lifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e (one-year finish, one-year parts).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGenuine CURT OEM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine CURT OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e A16 Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16709\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 612314060962\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ CURT S20 slider\u003c\/strong\u003e — true rolling design, ~12\" displacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ Patented articulating torsion head\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ Self-resetting single-throw handle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ Interlocking dual jaws\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ 3-position color-coded indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ Sidewinder pin box compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e GM Short-Bed Puck (6.5' bed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGross trailer weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16,000 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical load capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4,000 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBacked by CURT's limited lifetime warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrand: CURT\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePart Number: 16709\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUPC: 612314060962\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduct Line: A16 (A-Series Premium)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eType: 5th Wheel Sliding Hitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePatent: #8,827,298\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConfiguration: GM Short-Bed Puck (6.5' bed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSlider: CURT S20 (true rolling, ~12\" displacement)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGross Trailer Weight (GTW): 16,000 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVertical Load Capacity: 4,000 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHead Design: Cast yoke with poly-torsion inserts, fully articulating\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eJaw Design: High-strength interlocking dual jaws\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHandle: Lockable single-throw, self-resetting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCoupling Indicator: 3-position color-coded\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePin Box Compatibility: Standard + Sidewinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeight Adjustment: 4 positions (13\"–17\" range)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinish: Carbide black powder coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarranty: Limited lifetime (one-year finish, one-year parts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"CURT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58417751523631,"sku":"16709","price":2544.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/7663\/0063\/files\/16709_1024x768_a.webp?v=1788441028","url":"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/en-ca\/products\/curt-a16-sliding-5th-wheel-hitch-16709-silverado-sierra-hd-short-bed-puck","provider":"The RV Surplus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}