Chevy Silverado 1500 Towing Capacity

The Chevy Silverado 1500 is built to tackle almost any job you throw its way—but how much can a Chevy Silverado 1500 tow? The Chevy Silverado 1500 towing capacity varies by engine, reaching a maximum of 13,300 pounds when properly equipped. Discover the Silverado tow rating for each configuration in our guide below, and don’t hesitate to contact us at
Bill Cramer Chevrolet GMC if you have any questions or want more Chevy information.

Chevy Silverado 1500 Towing Capacity by Engine

How much can a Silverado 1500 tow? It depends on which Silverado engine you choose for your Marianna lifestyle. We’ve listed the details of each engine and its associated Silverado tow rating below.

2.7L TurboMax™ Engine

• Standard on WT, Custom, Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST, & LT Trail Boss
• Maximum towing capacity: 9,500 pounds

5.3L EcoTec3 V8 Engine

• Standard on LTZ & High Country
• Available on WT Double Cab & Crew Cab, Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST, & LT Trail Boss
• Maximum towing capacity: 11,300 pounds

6.2L EcoTec3 V8 Engine

• Available on RST (Crew Cab 4×4), LT Trail Boss, LTZ (4×4), ZR2, & High Country (4×4)
• Maximum towing capacity: 13,100 pounds

Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel Engine

• Standard on ZR2
• Available on Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, & High Country
• Maximum towing capacity: 13,300 pounds

How to Maximize Your Silverado Tow Rating

Invest in the Max Trailering Package if you want to maximize your Chevy Silverado towing capacity in the Destin area. This package is available for the new Chevy Silverado LT, RST, LTZ, and High Country trims, and provides the following features to help you get the most out of your Silverado tow rating:

• Trailering Package
• Increased towing and GCWR
• Automatic locking rear differential
• Handling/Trailering Suspension Package
• Enhanced cooling radiator
• Revised shock tuning
• Heavier duty rear springs and increased RGAWR
• 9.76-inch rear axle
• 3.42 axle ratio (gas engine) / 3.73 axle ratio (diesel engine)
• Trailer brake controller

Learn More About the Chevy Silverado Towing Capacity Today

The impressive Chevy Silverado towing capacity is just one of the many reasons why Tallahassee drivers choose this pickup time and time again. Still unsure how much your Silverado 1500 can tow? Our team is here to help, so start a conversation with us online or visit our Panama City dealership today. If you found this information helpful, check out our guides to the Chevy Silverado 1500 interior and trim levels.