Chevy Silverado Trucks – Towing Capacity

Chevy Silverado Trucks: Towing Capacity

Towing capacity is probably the single most important measuring stick that truck buyers use to evaluate a pickup and the Chevy Silverado comes through on that score no matter which one you buy. The Chevy Silverado 1500 has one of the highest towing capacities in the full-size pickup class while the Chevy Silverado 2500 HD and 3500 HD can take those numbers even higher. Here's a broad overview of the engines, performance metrics and towing capacities in Chevy Silverado trucks that are all available in our new inventory at Serra Chevrolet Clarksville in Clarksville, TN.

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Towing capacity in the Chevy Silverado 1500 pickup

The Chevy Silverado 1500 offers Bowling Green, KY buyers multiple engines, including a turbocharged four-cylinder, two V8s and a torque-rich Duramax® diesel 3.0 liter inline-six. The 6.2-liter V-8 is good for 420 horsepower while the smaller 5.3-liter generates 355 horsepower. The turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder develops 310 horsepower, and the diesel creates 277 horsepower.

The Chevy Silverado 1500's highest tow rating is 13,300 pounds, and it's available with the 6.2-liter V-8. But the 5.3-liter V8 can still tow as much as 11,500 pounds, and with the turbocharged four-cylinder, the towing max is 9,500 pounds. Payload for Hopkinsville, KY drivers ranges up to 2,280 pounds. Bring your Chevy Silverado to our service center to get the regular oil changes it needs to keep towing at the highest levels.

Towing capacity in Chevy Silverado HD trucks

The standard 6.6-liter V8 gas engine in the Chevy Silverado 2500 HD and 3500 HD is a real workhorse. It delivers 401 horsepower and 464 pound-feet of torque. This gas-powered engine lets the Silverado 2500 HD tow up to 17,400 pounds and in the 3500 HD, it's an amazing 18,700 pounds.

A Chevy Silverado 2500 HD or 3500 HD equipped with the 6.6-liter Duramax® Turbo-Diesel V8 engine will take you to the summit of Silverado towing capability. It cranks out 470 horsepower and 975 pound-feet of torque. This engine lets the Chevy Silverado 2500 HD or 3500 HD tow up to 36,000 pounds. In addition, the Turbo-Diesel is more fuel-efficient, using about 30-35% less fuel than the gas engine as you drive around Oak Grove, KY.

How the 10-speed Allison Transmission enhances towing capacity

Both engines in the Silverado 2500 HD or 3500 HD come with a 10-speed Allison automatic transmission. That proven transmission helps deliver smooth power and makes sure the truck is in the right gear for every haul. It also helps maximize the Silverado HD's towing performance for Russellville, KY drivers. Whether you're pulling heavy loads up steep hills or driving out on the highway, the Silverado HD's Allison 10-speed automatic transmission helps you get the most towing power from your truck.

Conventional towing vs. fifth-wheel and gooseneck capabilities

The Duramax® turbo-diesel engine and the Max Trailering Package in the 2025 Chevy Silverado HD produce a towing capacity of up to 20,000 pounds, which beats many competitors. If you want even more power, the Silverado 2500 HD's fifth-wheel and gooseneck towing capacity gets up to 22,070 pounds. It's an outstanding solution for towing large farming equipment or spacious RVs in Springfield, TN. Feel free to contact us to find out more about conventional towing vs. fifth-wheel and gooseneck setups.

Advanced trailering technology

The 2025 Chevy Silverado comes with smart technology that makes towing easier and safer. For example, the Silverado provides you with up to 14 camera views, so you can get a full view of your Silverado truck and trailer.That includes the groundbreaking Transparent Trailer View that lets you see through your trailer as if it were invisible. If you're on a more limited budget, take a look at the Chevy Silverado trucks in our pre-owned inventory. Stop by any time and let's talk about towing capabilities in Chevy trucks at Serra Chevrolet Clarksville in Clarksville, TN.

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