{"product_id":"curt-s20-5th-wheel-slider-16564-20k","title":"CURT S20 5th Wheel Slider (20K) | 16564","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCURT S20 5th Wheel Slider (20K) (Part #16564)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a heavy-duty 5th wheel slider designed to provide critical turn clearance between the truck cab and 5th wheel trailer during tight maneuvers. Rated to \u003cstrong\u003e20,000 lb gross trailer weight\u003c\/strong\u003e. Uses CURT's signature true-rolling design (rolls on wheels that bear the load) with ~12\" of rearward displacement — more than typical 10\" competitor sliders. Locks securely into both extended and retracted positions. Mounts on industry-standard 5th wheel base rails. Backed by CURT's limited lifetime warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout CURT 5th Wheel Sliders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCURT 5th wheel sliders are engineered to \u003cstrong\u003eprovide critical turn clearance\u003c\/strong\u003e between a truck cab and 5th wheel trailer during tight maneuvers — especially important for short-bed truck configurations where a fixed-position hitch would allow the trailer nose to strike the cab. Meaningful highlights:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ True rolling design\u003c\/strong\u003e — CURT sliders roll on wheels that bear the trailer weight, rather than sliding on hollow rods (as seen in many competitor slider designs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ ~12\" of rearward displacement\u003c\/strong\u003e — CURT sliders provide more clearance than typical 10\" competitor sliders\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ Locks securely into each position\u003c\/strong\u003e (extended and retracted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ Thick operating handle\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth roll forward\/back operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustry-standard mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e — installs on industry-standard 5th wheel base rails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ Compatible with Which CURT Hitches?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S20 slider (20K rating) is designed to be paired with the following CURT 5th wheel hitch heads:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eE16 series\u003c\/strong\u003e (16K hitches) — used in E16 sliding configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA16 series\u003c\/strong\u003e (16K premium hitches) — used in A16 sliding configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA20 series\u003c\/strong\u003e (20K premium hitches) — used in A20 sliding configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight capacity is limited to the lowest-rated towing component. The S20 slider caps combined system capacity at 20K.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ True Rolling vs Hollow-Rod Sliders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandout engineering benefit: CURT's \u003cstrong\u003etrue rolling design places the trailer weight on wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e that roll smoothly forward and rearward within the slider frame. Many competitor sliders use a hollow-rod design where the hitch slides friction-fit along steel rods — this creates:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore friction\u003c\/strong\u003e — harder to operate under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod wear\u003c\/strong\u003e over time — eventual bushing\/rod replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoad handling limitations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CURT true-rolling design is smoother, more durable, and easier to operate under any load condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ ~12\" of Rearward Displacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandout capacity: \u003cstrong\u003e~12\" of rearward hitch travel\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is more than the typical 10\" offered by many competitor sliders, giving buyers additional turning-radius margin. Meaningful for short-bed trucks (6.5' beds) where extra clearance means the difference between clean turns and cab contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHigher Capacity Available\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/curt-s25-5th-wheel-slider-16574-25k\"\u003eS25 Slider (25K) - #16574\u003c\/a\u003e — higher capacity for A25 5th wheel hitches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/curt-s25-5th-wheel-slider-16679-puck-adapter-rails-chevy-ford-gmc\"\u003eS25 Slider + Puck Adapter Kit (Chevy\/Ford\/GMC) - #16679\u003c\/a\u003e\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 16564\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 612314052073\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Professional Installation Recommended\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slider assembly is heavy and installation involves aligning to base rails and torquing to specification. Installation should be performed by a \u003cstrong\u003equalified installer\u003c\/strong\u003e unless you have prior experience with 5th wheel slider service.\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 S20 5th Wheel Slider (20K)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16564\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 612314052073\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ True rolling design\u003c\/strong\u003e — wheels bear the load, not hollow rods\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ ~12\" of rearward displacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ Locks in both extended and retracted positions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ Thick operating handle\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGross trailer weight capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20,000 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Industry-standard 5th wheel base rails\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \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: 16564\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUPC: 612314052073\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduct Line: S20 Slider Series (20K)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eType: 5th Wheel Slider (Standalone Slider)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGross Trailer Weight Capacity: 20,000 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDisplacement: ~12\" (rearward)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRolling Design: True rolling (wheels bear load)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLocking Positions: Extended and retracted\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMounting: Industry-standard 5th wheel base rails\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \n  \u003cli\u003eFinish: Powder coated\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":58428978528559,"sku":"16564","price":946.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/en-ca\/products\/curt-s20-5th-wheel-slider-16564-20k","provider":"The RV Surplus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}