Curt
16K E-Series
16K lbs
Max Trailer Weight
4.0K lbs
Max Pin Weight
Our Assessment
Stupid Simple Score
DIY or Pro?
Installation
Availability
Where to Buy
Requires
OE Puck System
Expert Take
This 16K E-Series puck-mount uses a simpler single-pivot head and installs in factory pucks. It's a budget-friendly fifth wheel that handles lighter trailers fine, but it transmits more road harshness than the A or Q lines.
About This Product
The CURT E16 for GM trucks is their budget puck-mount option. Sixteen thousand pounds of capacity at a lower price than the A-series. You give up the poly-torsion quiet-towing technology but still get a solid hitch that mounts to factory pucks.
Quarter-turn installation into Silverado and Sierra pucks. Simpler head design with roller mechanism instead of the articulating torsion head. Still pivots and moves, just through a different system.
If quiet towing is not a priority and you want to save money, the E-series delivers the basics without premium features. It is still CURT engineering with their warranty support - just positioned as the value option.
Sixteen thousand pounds handles most mid-size fifth wheels comfortably. Good choice when budget matters and your trailer weight is well under the limit.
For GM trucks with 8-foot beds and factory puck prep. Not for short beds unless you verify clearance. SAE J2638 certified.
Compatibility
Fits These Trucks
RAM
| Model | Years | Bed Length | Bed Prep | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2500 | 2013 - Present | Long Bed | Puck System | All options → |
| 3500 | 2013 - Present | Long Bed | Puck System | All options → |
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Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
The 16K E-Series is compatible with RAM trucks from 2013 to 2026. Use the fitment table above for the complete list of compatible year, model, and bed configurations.
The 16K E-Series is rated for 16,000 lbs gross trailer weight (GTW) and 4,000 lbs vertical trailer weight (VTW — the pin weight your truck carries). Always verify your truck's tow rating before purchasing.
This hitch is considered DIY-friendly — most owners can install it with basic tools.
The 16K E-Series is available from Amazon, Curt directly. Use the "Where to Buy" buttons above for current pricing and availability.
The 16K E-Series has a fixed head — it does not slide. This is the most common setup and works great for standard-length beds. If you have a short bed, verify clearance before purchasing.
This is the benchmark 25K puck-mount Companion that every other fifth wheel gets measured against. It drops into factory pucks, pops out with a lever when you want your bed back, and tows dead quiet thanks to the cushioned, fully-articulating head.