CURT 30K, A30 5th Wheel Hitch, 30,000 lbs 16190CURTOriginal price was $1,471.95. Current price is $1,251.95.In Stock
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Includes 5th wheel head only
Patent# 8,827,298
Capacity limited to lowest-rated towing component
Includes 5th wheel head only
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty (One-Year Finish, One-Year Parts)
Finish: CARBIDE BLACK POWDER COAT
Gross Trailer Weight (Pounds): 30,000 LB
Installation Time Exact (Minutes): 0
The CURT A30 5th wheel hitch offers smoother, quieter towing for your home-away-from-home, combining the patented technology of our A-series, an easier mounting system and the power of a 30K 5th wheel hitch. Like our other A-series hitches, this 30K 5th wheel hitch uses a patented cast yoke to allow for unimpeded head movement, while providing exceptional stability for the trailer. The yoke has a set of poly-torsion inserts to suppress shock loads and reduce excessive noise, and the head features high-strength, interlocking jaws to give the trailer stability and the freedom to pivot and swivel as needed. The A30 5th wheel hitch is also engineered for easier installation. The 5th wheel head has a fast, one-pin removal system to make installation and removal from the truck bed easier. This 30K 5th wheel can be mounted using 5th wheel legs or a CURT 5th wheel roller (sold separately). It can also be mounted into the puck system of a truck equipped with the towing prep package, using our OEM puck system legs or roller adapters. Once installed, the A30 is fast and simple to operate. It features an extra-wide head opening to increase the coupling area for the trailer, and it has a lockable, single-throw handle that self-resets to the ready-to-couple position after uncoupling. To make coupling even easier, it is equipped with a coupling indicator that is visible from the truck cab. The indicator shows the status of the connection and eliminates the need for you to check multiple times while coupling. To protect the A30 5th wheel hitch against rust, wear and whatever other threats might impede your cross-country tour, it comes with a black carbide powder coat finish and a limited lifetime warranty. We also test the A30 for safety in accordance with SAE J2638 to ensure reliability for the road ahead.
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CURT, a Lippert brand, offers a complete line of towing products and is the leading manufacturer of custom-fit trailer hitches. We offer the broadest selection of custom-fit hitches, and each one is designed, welded, and coated in Wisconsin.
CURT is also a leader in flat towing products, as well as 5th wheel, gooseneck, and weight distribution hitches, ball mounts, electrical components, cargo solutions, and other towing accessories.
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The CURT 16590 has a gross trailer weight (GTW) capacity of 30,000 lbs. and a vertical load capacity of 7,500 lbs. Never exceed the vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. Trailer and contents combined must not exceed the tow vehicle, hitch, and trailer tow ratings, as exceeding rated capacity may result in separation or serious injury or death.
The 5th wheel is adjustable from 13" to 17", measured from the truck bed to the top of its skid plate. Adjustment is attained by adjusting the main body up or down in relation to the legs/roller in 1.25" increments. The typical clearance between the base rails and the trailer should be a minimum of 5.50".
Follow these steps: (1) With the trailer on a firm and level surface, set chock blocks in front of and behind the tires and extend front trailer lifting jacks to set the trailer at or near level. (2) Measure from the ground to under the trailer's kingpin box skid plate or lube plate. (3) Measure from the ground to the surface of the truck bed. (4) Subtract the measurement from step 2 from step 3. This value will be near the height requirement for the 5th wheel. Proper height setup is critical to allow the 5th wheel jaws to engage the kingpin and lock properly.
The required tools are: ratchet, torque wrench, and socket set. A torque wrench is essential because the M14 bolts must be torqued to 100 ft-lbs.
The parts list includes: (1) main body/head assembly, (1) handle assembly, (1) handle lock bar, (2) button head cap screws M8 - 1.25" x 30, (2) lock washers M8, (1) latch spring, (1) safety latch pin 3/8", (4) hex bolts M14, (4) lock washers M14, (4) flat washers M14, and (4) Nylock nuts M14.
Follow these steps: (1) Slide the handle assembly over the end of the handle mount bar on the 5th wheel head. (2) Insert the latch spring into the slot on the handle mount bar and continue sliding the handle assembly into place. Position the handle assembly so the first M8 cap screw and lock washer can be dropped into position behind the latch spring. (3) With the first M8 cap screw in place, pull the handle assembly back out until the second M8 cap screw and lock washer can be dropped into position. (4) With both M8 cap screws in place through the handle assembly, slide the latch plate into position and secure it by threading the M8 cap screws into the tapped holes. Alternate between the two screws while tightening. Evenly draw the latch plate up to the handle. Pulling out on the handle while tightening the M8 cap screws will ease installation. (5) Confirm the lock bar latches into position and complete the handle installation by inserting the safety latch pin, locking the handle in the tow position. Do not crush the handle assembly tube by over-tightening the M8 cap screws; the handle assembly must slide freely over the handle mount bar to latch properly.
The M14 bolts must be torqued to 100 ft-lbs. This is the standard torque setting unless otherwise noted in the manual.
It is advised to perform trailer connections to the 5th wheel on a firm and level surface. Multiple wheel chocks should be used in front of and behind the trailer tires. Do not substitute objects such as stones or wood blocks for proper wheel chocks.
Stop the tow vehicle when the trailer's skid plate is approximately 4" from the 5th wheel's skid plate. Adjust the front trailer lifting jacks so the trailer's kingpin skid plate is approximately 1/2" below the top surface of the 5th wheel's skid plate lead-in ramp. Trailer height setup is critical to allow the 5th wheel jaws to engage the kingpin and lock properly. Never attempt to lower the trailer's kingpin into the 5th wheel.
Before coupling, check for any signs of damage to the locking mechanism. Ensure the jaws are open and the indicator, jaw, handle, and torsion springs are all attached and undamaged. If any of the springs are missing or damaged, do not attempt to use the hitch until it has been repaired. If using a lube plate on the trailer's kingpin, a single 3/16" thick lube plate may be used. If not using a lube plate, apply a high-pressure wheel bearing grease to the 5th wheel skid plate. Operating without a lube plate or grease will result in accelerated wear and/or damage to the 5th wheel's skid plate. Ensure the locking mechanism is free of excessive dirt, rust, grease, snow, ice, or other foreign material. Clean excessive dirt, snow, or ice with warm soapy water and lightly lubricate exposed surfaces with a rust inhibitor.
The handle has three indicator positions: (1) Green indicator (circle) = Locked Handle with jaws closed and locked. (2) Red indicator (octagon) = Unlocked Handle with jaws open and handle in the unlocked position. (3) Yellow indicator (triangle) = Coupled Handle with jaws open and ready to couple. Before coupling, the yellow indicator should be visible, indicating the jaws are open and the 5th wheel is ready to couple.
If the green indicator is visible and the jaws are closed, they must be unlocked prior to use. Remove the safety latch pin from the 5th wheel's handle. Open the jaws by pulling the handle out about 1/2" and then swinging it back toward the front of the tow vehicle. The handle will latch in the unlocked position and the yellow indicator will be visible from the tow vehicle cab. If the 5th wheel handle will not latch in the unlocked position or the red indicator is visible, refer to the troubleshooting section before attempting to couple your trailer.
Back up the towing vehicle while remaining centered and aligned to the trailer's kingpin. The trailer's kingpin skid plate will compress the towing vehicle's suspension and ramp up onto the 5th wheel skid plate. Observe the following: (1) Trailer kingpin fully seats into opening on the 5th wheel head. (2) Yellow indicator will change to green indicator when viewing from cab. (3) Operating handle will swing rearward toward the trailer to the locked position. Visually confirm the trailer's skid plate is resting completely on the head of the 5th wheel and the jaws are indeed locked around the trailer's kingpin. A gap may indicate the kingpin is not engaged into jaws properly or has high-sided and is resting on top of the jaw. After visually confirming the jaws are properly engaged and locked, insert the safety pin through the locking handle to ensure it cannot be unlocked while towing.
If the kingpin is resting on top of the jaws, immediately lower the trailer jacks to lift the kingpin off the jaws. Inspect the 5th wheel for damage that may have resulted from the improper coupling attempt. Under no circumstances should the 5th wheel unit be used if damage exists. If no damage exists, review coupling instructions and repeat the procedure.
After coupling and prior to removing trailer wheel blocks and/or raising front trailer jacks, set the towing vehicle in a forward gear and lightly tug on the trailer to ensure that 100% coupling has taken place. If resistance is felt, release forward pressure, set the vehicle to park (if equipped with an automatic transmission) and activate the emergency brake. Place in neutral if equipped with a standard transmission and activate the emergency brake. If resistance is not felt, the trailer may not be coupled correctly. Do not continue applying forward pressure; immediately stop and back the towing vehicle into the original position. Do not allow the truck and trailer to separate, as separation can cause damage to the towing vehicle, 5th wheel hitch, and/or trailer, and may result in serious injury or death. Review coupling instructions, apply corrective action, and repeat coupling steps.
Before towing, follow these steps: (1) Confirm handle safety latch pin has been installed. (2) Attach electrical harnesses. (3) Attach lanyard and insert electric brake break-away plunger. If hydraulic surge brakes are present, attach lanyard from the surge brake assembly as required. (4) Fully retract front trailer lifting jacks. (5) Close truck tailgate or reinstall tailgate as required. (6) Remove tire chock blocks. (7) Check running lights, directional signals, and brake lights for proper operation. (8) Pull forward a few feet and apply brakes to check that trailer brakes are activating. Adjust the electric brake controller if necessary.
Follow these steps: (1) Park on a firm and level surface. Set automatic transmission vehicles to park and activate emergency brake. Set standard transmission vehicles to neutral and activate emergency brake. Chock the trailer wheels with multiple wheel chocks in front and behind the tires. Do not substitute objects such as stones or wood blocks. Disconnect all harnesses, lanyards, safety devices, etc. as required to separate the trailer from the tow vehicle. Lower or remove truck tailgate as required. Begin extending the front trailer lifting jacks just enough to remove the weight of the trailer from the 5th wheel skid plate. Creating a gap between the trailer skid plate and the 5th wheel skid plate is not necessary or recommended; if a gap is present, it should be minimal and no more than 1/16". (2) With the trailer jacks down and wheels chocked, reduce any remaining load on the jaws and kingpin by backing the tow vehicle up slightly and pushing the kingpin completely into the opening on the 5th wheel head. Hold the position by applying your vehicle's parking brake before putting the vehicle in park and releasing the standard brake. (3) Remove the safety latch pin from the handle of the 5th wheel. Unlock the jaws by pulling the locking handle out about 1/2" and then swinging it forward until it latches in the unlocked position. The red unlocked indicator will be visible from the cab. (4) Remove the parking brake and slowly drive the tow vehicle out from under the trailer. If resistance is encountered, determine the corrective action and repeat uncoupling steps. As the kingpin moves out of the 5th wheel jaws, the handle will drop back slightly to the couple position and the indicator will change from red to yellow.
The maintenance schedule is: (1) Lubricate the skid plate before each use and every 1,000 miles by liberally applying high-pressure wheel-bearing grease to the skid plate's top surface. Alternatively, a lube plate may be used. (2) Lubricate the center pivot point before each use by removing the center pivot pin and applying a light coating of high-pressure wheel bearing grease, then replacing the pin and ensuring it is secured with the safety latch pin. (3) Check the torque of the M16 head pivot bolts before each use and every 1,000 miles; torque the two M16 head bolts to 200 +/- 25 ft-lbs. (4) Lubricate the locking pawl before each use by opening jaws and applying a small amount of grease to the curved surface of the locking pawl. (5) Lubricate the jaw pivot point before each use using a grease gun to apply grease to both zerks located on the front of each jaw; the jaws must be in the closed and locked position for the zerks to be accessible. (6) Lubricate the linkage pivot points before each use by spraying a small amount of rust inhibitor or lubricant on the lock handle, linkage bar, and pawl pivot points. (7) Clean the 5th wheel hitch after each use and before long-term storage with warm soapy water and dry with towels or compressed air. It is recommended that the 5th wheel is removed from the vehicle or covered when not in use for extended periods. Spray exposed surfaces with a light coat of rust inhibitor before long-term storage.
Liberally apply high-pressure wheel-bearing grease to the skid plate's top surface before each use and every 1,000 miles. Alternatively, a single 3/16" thick lube plate may be used in place of grease. Operating without a lube plate or grease will result in accelerated wear and/or damage to the 5th wheel's skid plate.
The two M16 head pivot bolts must be torqued to 200 +/- 25 ft-lbs. This check should be performed before each use and every 1,000 miles.
Never position yourself or others under the trailer's kingpin area (danger zone) during coupling and uncoupling. If for any reason you must position any part of your body under the trailer, between the truck and the trailer, or between the trailer's kingpin and 5th wheel hitch, you must follow these precautions: (1) Block all trailer tires in front and behind with appropriate wheel chocks. Do not substitute objects such as stones or wood blocks. (2) Front trailer lifting jacks must be supporting the trailer and resting on a firm and level surface. (3) Towing vehicle must be stationary with automatic transmission in park (manual in neutral), emergency brake applied, and engine off.
The jaws on the 5th wheel head are spring loaded. The jaws will open rapidly when the safety pin is removed and the handle is moved to the unlock position. Keep hands clear of the jaws at all times.
Never tow without visually ensuring the kingpin is properly coupled and the safety pin has been installed. This will ensure the handle cannot be unintentionally unlocked. Never tow in a configuration where the red indicator is visible with jaws open; in this configuration, the jaws will close but will not lock. Never exceed the vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. Trailer and contents combined must not exceed the tow vehicle, hitch, and trailer tow ratings, as exceeding rated capacity may result in separation or serious injury or death.
The manual lists the difficulty level as "Moderate" and specifies required tools (ratchet, torque wrench, socket set) but does not explicitly state whether professional installation is required or recommended. Contact CURT Manufacturing at 877-287-8634 for guidance.
You need a torque wrench capable of measuring at least 100 ft-lbs. for the M14 bolts and 200 ft-lbs. for the M16 head pivot bolts during maintenance.
The vertical load capacity is 7,500 lbs. Never exceed this rating or the vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity.
Lubricate the skid plate before each use and every 1,000 miles with high-pressure wheel-bearing grease, or use a 3/16" thick lube plate. Operating without lubrication will result in accelerated wear and/or damage.
Confirm the handle safety latch pin is installed, the kingpin is properly coupled, attach electrical harnesses and lanyards, fully retract front trailer lifting jacks, close the tailgate, remove tire chocks, check all lights, and perform a pull test to verify 100% coupling.
If the operating handle fails to latch in the unlock position, refer to the preparation troubleshooting steps. Check for any signs of damage to the locking mechanism and ensure the jaws are open and the indicator, jaw, handle, and torsion springs are all attached and undamaged. If any springs are missing or damaged, do not attempt to use the hitch until it has been repaired. Ensure the locking mechanism is free of excessive dirt, rust, grease, snow, ice, or other foreign material. Clean with warm soapy water and lightly lubricate exposed surfaces with a rust inhibitor. If cycling the handle is unsuccessful, apply pressure to the front of the jaw to manually reset the locking pawl. If the handle drops to the couple position and the indicator turns yellow, you are ready to couple.
A red indicator with open jaws means the jaws are unlocked and the operating handle is latched in the unlock position, but the jaws are unable to fully open and reset the operating handle to the yellow couple position. Do not tow in this configuration; the jaws will close but will not lock. To correct the issue: (1) Check for any signs of damage to the locking mechanism. If any springs are missing or damaged, do not attempt to use the hitch until it has been repaired. (2) Ensure the locking mechanism is free of excessive dirt, rust, grease, snow, ice, or other foreign material. Clean with warm soapy water and lightly lubricate exposed surfaces with a rust inhibitor. (3) If cycling the handle is unsuccessful, apply pressure to the front of the jaw to manually reset the locking pawl. (4) If all components are undamaged and can freely move, apply pressure to the operating handle as if unlocking and release. If the handle drops back to the couple position and the indicator turns yellow, you are ready to couple.
If resistance is not felt during the pull test, the trailer may not be coupled correctly. Do not continue applying forward pressure; immediately stop and back the towing vehicle into the original position. Do not allow the truck and trailer to separate, as separation can cause damage to the towing vehicle, 5th wheel hitch, and/or trailer, and may result in serious injury or death. Review coupling instructions, apply corrective action, and repeat coupling steps.
If resistance is encountered while uncoupling, determine the corrective action and repeat uncoupling steps. Ensure the trailer jacks are extended just enough to remove the weight of the trailer from the 5th wheel skid plate, and that the kingpin is completely pushed into the opening on the 5th wheel head before attempting to drive out from under the trailer.
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