How to Select a Trailer Hitch
Classes, receiver sizes, and matching hitch ratings to the trailer.
Watch on YouTubeFifth Wheel Hitch Prep Tips (Canada)
Towing
Fifth-wheel prep starts with payload, bed length, and rail kit fitment. Confirm the truck can carry the pin weight, then plan rails, wiring, and brake control before the first loaded trip.
We stock CURT towing gear for this job, with free shipping anywhere in Canada.
Prefer the full library?
Open the towing guides hub.
Truck and bed first
Pin weight eats payload fast. Read the door sticker, subtract passengers and bed cargo, and leave margin. Short beds need compatible rail or slider kits. Match cab and bed length on the product page before you buy.
Prep checklist
Plan seven-way wiring, a brake controller, and a clear bed for the jaws. Torque rail bolts to the product chart and recheck after the first trip. Canadian winters demand a spring look at rail hardware after salted roads.
Parts we commonly sell
Confirm ratings and fit notes on each product page before you order.
CURT part 162055Th Wheel Base Rails 40KConfirm fit and rating on the product page.$342.93 CAD
CURT part 161005Th Wheel Rail Brkt KitConfirm fit and rating on the product page.$237.93 CAD
CURT part 16520A16 5Th Wheel Hitch HeadConfirm fit and rating on the product page.$839.93 CAD
CURT part 16021Oem 5Th Wheel Legs 13 25Confirm fit and rating on the product page.$890.33 CAD
CURT part 16092A20 5Th Wheel Hitch 20 26Confirm fit and rating on the product page.$1,833.93 CAD
CURT part 16320Powerride 30K 5Th WheelConfirm fit and rating on the product page.$1,888.53 CAD
Official CURT context
Official clips from @curtmfg. If an embed stalls, use the YouTube link under the video.
