Chevy Silverado Towing Capacity

 

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On the hunt for a pickup truck that can move everything you need it to without breaking a sweat? Then, you’ll want to consider the towing capacity offered by the Chevy Silverado 1500! This model is made with DIYers in mind, offering a powerful engine lineup and all kinds of towing equipment to choose from.

In this Chevy Silverado towing capacity guide, we at Feldman Chevrolet of Novi will give you a detailed breakdown of the Chevy Silverado’s impressive towing capacity and hauling capabilities. Shoppers in Novi, Farmington Hills, and Wixom, MI, should read ahead to learn more!

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Chevy Silverado 1500 Towing Capacity

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When properly equipped, the Chevy Silverado 1500 has the ability to tow up to 13,300 pounds of trailer weight. With the ability to tow more than six tons, you’ll be able to move all kinds of things with the Chevy Silverado 1500, including:

• Utility trailers packed with boxes and furniture for moving
• Flatbed utility trailers piled high with home improvement project supplies
• Fishing and recreational boats of all shapes and sizes
• Multi-horse or multi-animal trailers
• All but the biggest hard-side RV camping trailers

You don’t even need the most powerful engine or the maximum trailering equipment group to move quite a bit of weight with this model. With its standard equipment, the Chevy Silverado 1500 can still tow just under four tons (7,900 pounds) of trailer weight.

Power Under the Hood: The Silverado Engines

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The towing and hauling capabilities of the new Chevy Silverado are made possible by its six engine options. Depending on your cargo-moving needs, you’ll be able to choose among:

• A 420-HP 6.2L V8 engine with Dynamic Fuel Management
• A 355-HP 5.3L V8 engine with Dynamic Fuel Management
• A 355-HP 5.3L V8 engine with Active Fuel Management
• A 285-HP 4.3L V6 engine with Active Fuel Management
• A 310-HP 2.7L Turbo engine
• A 3.0L Duramax® Turbo-Diesel engine with 460 lb-ft of torque

Hauling with the Chevy Silverado 1500

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On top of being able to tow more than six tons in terms of trailer weight, the Chevy Silverado 1500 can also move quite a bit of weight in the bed of the truck. When equipped with the Crew Cab option and the available 79.44-inch Standard Box, the Silverado 1500 offers more than 71 cubic feet of maximum bed volume.

Pack this spacious bed area with up to 2,280 pounds of payload weight when properly equipped, which is more than enough capability to move heavy worksite materials, an ATV or two, and much more.

Towing Tech Incorporated in the Silverado 1500

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While the Silverado obviously arms you with plenty of ability when it comes to towing, simply being able was not enough in the eyes of Chevy. That’s why the manufacturer went above and beyond in relation to technology features that will help you while you’re in tow, starting with the Rear Vision Camera which will help you line up your trailer.

This feature can even be upgraded to include available Hitch Guidance with Hitch View, which will provide you with an enhanced ability to line up your trailer via a camera display with guidelines.

The Silverado 1500 also offers an available Advanced Trailering System. This system will have you ready for any towing trip, coming with a slew of helpful features, including:

• Pre-departure checklist
• Trailer light sequencing
• Trailer maintenance reminders
• Trailer security alerts
• Trailer mileage
• Tow/haul reminder
• Trailer electrical diagnostics
• Trailer tire pressure monitoring alert

Additionally, the Silverado 1500 makes a number of other driver assistive features available, which you could explore adding to make your driving experience even easier. These features are:

• Available Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
• Available Auxiliary Trailer Camera
• Available Bed View Camera
• Available Following Distance Indicator
• Available Forward Collision Alert
• Available Front and Rear Park Assist
• Available Front Pedestrian Braking
• Available Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Know Before You Tow: Helpful Towing Tips

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Whether you’re a veteran tower or are a rookie looking to tow your first load, refreshing yourself with tips and tricks can promote an efficient, effective, and safe towing experience. So, our team has you covered with quite a few below.

1. Check trailer tire pressure - If your Silverado is equipped with the available trailer tire pressure monitoring system, this will be easy. If not, you’ll want to check your trailer tire pressure before heading out on your haul to ensure your truck is able to perform as intended.
2. Make sure your vehicle is up to date with maintenance - If your truck is out of date on maintenance, it could lead to subpar towing performance. So, whether it needs something routine or requires more detailed diagnostics, you’ll want to schedule a repair before towing your next load.
3. Make sure your mirrors are adjusted - When towing a trailer, you’ll also want to make sure your mirrors are properly adjusted so you can see your trailer while you drive. Additionally, you could explore adding extended mirrors, which could give you a more comprehensive view of your trailer on the go.
4. Ensure your hitch is fastened securely - Before driving away with your trailer, you’ll also want to make sure your trailer is securely fastened to your truck, so you have a smooth driving experience.
5. Use tow/haul mode - When you’re towing, you’ll also want to make sure you switch your truck into tow/haul mode. This will ensure your engine is optimizing for premium towing performance rather than regular driving performance.

Test Drive the Chevy Silverado 1500!

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As you can see, the Chevy Silverado 1500 is capable of moving all kinds of things with its impressive towing and hauling capacities. Whether you’re using it around the worksite or on the weekends with the family, you can count on it getting the job done.

Now, it could be time to get behind the wheel and experience the Chevy Silverado towing capacity for yourself. Shoppers in the areas of Novi, Farmington Hills, and Wixom, Michigan, can schedule a test drive today by giving us a call at Feldman Chevrolet of Novi.

We hope to assist you soon!

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