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CURT A30 5th Wheel Hitch | 16191 | 30K | Includes Rails
CURT A30 5th Wheel Hitch | 16191 | 30K | Includes Rails
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The CURT A30 5th Wheel Hitch (Part #16191) is CURT's maximum-capacity A-Series 5th wheel hitch — 30,000 lb GTW / 7,000 lb vertical load — configured for universal industry-standard rail mounting. Configuration: Includes Rails. A30 head #16590 + industry-standard legs + universal base rails (brackets sold separately). Cast steel main body. Patented articulating torsion head, self-resetting handle, interlocking dual jaws, 3-position color-coded coupling indicator. Fast one-pin head removal. CURT limited lifetime warranty.
The CURT A30 Series — Maximum A-Series Capacity (30K)
The CURT A30 is the top of the A-Series lineup — engineered for the largest luxury 5th wheels, heavy toy haulers, and heavy commercial trailers. Meaningful highlights vs the rest of the A-Series:
- 30,000 lb gross trailer weight (GTW) — CURT's maximum A-Series rating
- 7,000 lb vertical load capacity — meaningful headroom for the heaviest pin weights
- ⭐ Cast steel main body — upgrade over A25's cast yoke, delivers more precise build tolerances and better long-term rigidity under 30K loads
- ⭐ 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
- ⭐ Three-position color-coded coupling indicator — red / yellow / green — visible from the truck cab
- ⭐ Extra-wide head opening — makes coupling easier
- ⭐ Fast one-pin head removal system — quick removal from truck bed
- ⭐ Two-pin leg alignment with easy-access mounting bolts — engineered for easier installation
- Carbide black powder coat finish
- Backed by CURT's limited lifetime warranty (one-year finish, one-year parts)
Configuration Details
Configuration: Includes Rails
A30 head #16590 + industry-standard legs + universal base rails (brackets sold separately)
Includes universal base rails — you'll only need CURT custom under-bed brackets (vehicle-specific) for a complete installation.
Custom under-bed brackets for common trucks:
⚠️ Rating note: The included universal base rails are 25K-rated. For maximum A30 performance (30K), consider purchasing the 40K heavy-duty rails #16205 separately instead.
⭐ Universal Industry-Standard Fit
Meaningful benefit vs the vehicle-specific puck configuration: universal industry-standard base rail mounting works with virtually any truck (with appropriate custom under-bed brackets) — including Ford, Ram, Dodge, and Chevrolet trucks that don't have factory puck systems, older model years, and cross-brand installations.
All A30 Base Configurations
- #16590 — Hitch Head Only ($1039.95)
- #16190 — Industry-standard (rails sold separately) ($1251.95)
- #16191 — Rails included ($1427.95) ⬅ THIS UNIT
Have a Silverado or Sierra HD with Puck System?
Direct-fit puck A30 available for GM Heavy Duty trucks:
⚠️ Sidewinder / Turret Pin Box Compatibility — Wedge Required
Compatible with rotating pin boxes — Reese Sidewinder, Reese Revolution, 5th Airborne Sidewinder — ONLY when used with a wedge (sold separately). This differs from lower-capacity A-Series hitches (A16/A20/A25) which can be used with Sidewinder pin boxes without a wedge.
⚠️ Second-generation Sidewinder wedges have been known to shear off under A30 loads. Verify your Sidewinder generation before purchasing, and consult CURT or the pin box manufacturer if uncertain.
A30 vs A25 — When to Step Up
The A30 and A25 share the premium A-Series head design (articulating torsion, dual jaws, self-resetting handle, 3-position indicator). Meaningful A30 upgrades over A25:
- 30,000 lb GTW vs A25's 25,000 lb — handles the largest 5th wheels and heaviest commercial trailers
- 7,000 lb vertical load vs A25's 6,250 lb — meaningful headroom for the heaviest pin weights
- Cast steel main body vs A25's cast yoke — more precise build and better long-term rigidity under sustained high loads
- One-pin head removal — faster install/removal than A25's multi-fastener head
Choose A30 if your trailer's GTW or pin weight is close to or above A25 ratings. For large 42'+ luxury 5th wheels, heavy toy haulers with ATVs/UTVs, or commercial trailers approaching 30K, A30 provides the ceiling of A-Series performance.
A30 vs PowerRide (30K)
Both A30 and PowerRide are 30,000 lb 5th wheel hitches. Meaningful differences to help you choose:
- A30 — Traditional premium hitch design. Uses grease plate (like most 5th wheel hitches). Cast steel body. Articulating torsion head with poly-torsion inserts. Standard three-position color indicator.
- PowerRide 30K — Modern hitch design with additional cushioning and movement in the head. Grease-free head design (no more greasing the hitch plate). Multi-directional head. Self-aligning. Higher vertical load capacity (7,500 lb).
Both perform very well. Choose PowerRide if you value the grease-free head design and additional cushioning. Choose A30 for the more traditional heavy-duty A-Series build with cast steel body.
Cross-Reference Part Numbers
- Part Number: 16191
- UPC: 612314048069
- Head: A30 #16590
⚠️ Professional Installation Recommended
Installation involves under-bed bracket mounting, base rail installation through the truck bed, and hitch assembly. Given the A30's size, weight, and 30K rating, installation should be performed by a qualified installer.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Backed by CURT's limited lifetime warranty (one-year finish, one-year parts).
Genuine CURT OEM
Key Features
- Genuine CURT OEM A30 5th Wheel Hitch
- Part Number: 16191
- UPC: 612314048069
- ⭐ Cast steel main body — maximum precision and rigidity
- ⭐ Patented articulating torsion head
- ⭐ Self-resetting single-throw handle
- ⭐ Interlocking dual jaws
- ⭐ 3-position color-coded indicator
- ⭐ Fast one-pin head removal
- ⭐ Universal industry-standard rail fit
- Sidewinder compatible with wedge (sold separately)
- Configuration: Includes Rails
- Gross trailer weight: 30,000 lb
- Vertical load capacity: 7,000 lb
- Finish: Carbide black powder coat
- Backed by CURT's limited lifetime warranty
Specifications
- Brand: CURT
- Part Number: 16191
- UPC: 612314048069
- Product Line: A30 (A-Series Maximum Capacity)
- Type: 5th Wheel Hitch (Industry-Standard Rail Mount)
- Configuration: Includes Rails
- Head Included: A30 #16590
- Legs: Standard 5th wheel legs (industry-standard rail mount)
- Base Rails: Included (25K universal — consider 40K rails #16205 for maximum A30 capacity)
- Under-Bed Brackets: Sold separately (vehicle-specific)
- Gross Trailer Weight (GTW): 30,000 lb
- Vertical Load Capacity: 7,000 lb
- Main Body Construction: Cast steel
- Head Design: Cast yoke with poly-torsion inserts, fully articulating torsion
- Jaw Design: High-strength interlocking dual jaws
- Handle: Lockable single-throw, self-resetting
- Coupling Indicator: 3-position color-coded
- Head Removal: Fast one-pin system
- Sidewinder Compatibility: Yes, with wedge (sold separately)
- Finish: Carbide black powder coat
- Warranty: Limited lifetime (one-year finish, one-year parts)
