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Quickly review the towing capacities of the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500 HD and Silverado 3500 HD, including key GCWR, conventional towing, fifth-wheel and gooseneck figures.
12,500 lbSilverado EV
13,300 lbSilverado 1500
22,420 lbSilverado 2500 HD
36,000 lbSilverado 3500 HD
SummaryGlossarySilverado EV1500 Regular Cab1500 Double Cab1500 Crew Cab1500 fifth-wheel / gooseneck2500 HD2500 HD fifth-wheel3500 HD3500 HD fifth-wheelGCWRCamerasFAQGranby Chevrolet
| Model | Maximum Capacity | Towing Type | Quick Take |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silverado EV | 12,500 lb | Conventional | Varies by trim and range. |
| Silverado 1500 | 13,300 lb | Conventional | Maximum capacity with the proper configuration. |
| Silverado 2500 HD | 22,420 lb | Conventional / fifth-wheel / gooseneck | HD, for heavier-duty use. |
| Silverado 3500 HD | 36,000 lb | Conventional / fifth-wheel / gooseneck | Maximum capacity in the Silverado family. |
Key point:exact capacity varies by powertrain, cab, bed, wheels, GCWR, GVWR, options and towing equipment.
| English | Abbreviation | French | Abbreviation | Definition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | GVWR | Poids nominal brut du véhicule | PNBV | Maximum allowable weight of the loaded vehicle. |
| Gross Combined Weight Rating | GCWR | Poids nominal brut combiné | PNBC | Maximum combined weight of the vehicle and trailer. |
| Gross Axle Weight Rating | GAWR | Poids nominal brut sur l’essieu | PNBE | Maximum allowable load on an axle. |
| Payload | Payload | Charge utile | CU | Maximum weight that can be carried in the truck. |
| Tongue Weight | TW | Poids au timon | PT | Vertical load applied by the trailer to the hitch. |
| Fifth Wheel | 5th Wheel | Sellette d’attelage | — | Hitch installed in the truck bed. |
| Gooseneck | Gooseneck | Attelage en col de cygne | — | Heavy-duty hitch mounted in the truck bed. |
The 2026 Silverado EV can tow up to 12,500 lb, depending on trim and configuration.
| Trim | Powertrain | GCWR | Maximum Conventional Towing |
|---|---|---|---|
| LT Standard Range | Dual motor | 16,600 lb | 8,500 lb |
| LT Extended Range | Dual motor | 21,400 lb | 12,500 lb |
| LT Extended Range with Premium Package | Dual motor | 19,700 lb | 10,600 lb |
| LT Max Range | Dual motor | 16,600 lb | 7,000 lb |
| Trail Boss Extended Range | Dual motor | 21,400 lb | 12,500 lb |
| Trail Boss Extended Range with Premium Package | Dual motor | 19,700 lb | 12,300 lb |
| Trail Boss Max Range | Dual motor | 19,700 lb | 10,200 lb |
The following tables show the towing capacity of the Silverado 1500 with a conventional hitch. For fifth-wheel or gooseneck capacities, see the next section.
| Model | Engine | GCWR | Max. Conventional Towing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2WD standard bed | TurboMax | 14,000 lb | 9,100 lb |
| 2WD long bed | TurboMax | 14,500 lb | 9,600 lb |
| 2WD long bed | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 15,000 lb | 9,900 lb |
| 4WD standard bed | TurboMax | 14,000 lb | 8,900 lb |
| 4WD long bed | TurboMax | 14,500 lb | 9,300 lb |
| 4WD long bed | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 15,000 lb | 9,600 lb |
| Model | Engine | GCWR | Max. Conventional Towing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2WD standard bed | TurboMax | 14,500 lb | 9,300 lb |
| 2WD standard bed | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 15,000 lb | 9,700 lb |
| 2WD standard bed | 3.0L Duramax I-6 | 15,000 lb | 9,300 lb |
| 2WD standard bed with Max Trailering Package | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 16,800 lb | 11,400 lb |
| 2WD standard bed with Max Trailering Package and 18-in. wheels | 3.0L Duramax I-6 | 17,800 lb | 13,300 lb |
| 2WD standard bed with Max Trailering Package and 20-in. wheels | 3.0L Duramax I-6 | 19,000 lb | 13,300 lb |
| 4WD standard bed | TurboMax | 14,500 lb | 9,000 lb |
| 4WD standard bed | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 15,000 lb | 9,300 lb |
| 4WD standard bed | 3.0L Duramax I-6 | 15,000 lb | 9,100 lb |
| 4WD standard bed with Max Trailering Package | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 16,800 lb | 11,100 lb |
| 4WD standard bed with Max Trailering Package | 3.0L Duramax I-6 | 17,800 lb | 13,000 lb |
| 4WD standard bed with Max Trailering Package and 20-in. wheels | 3.0L Duramax I-6 | 19,000 lb | 13,000 lb |
| Model | Engine | GCWR | Max. Conventional Towing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2WD short bed | TurboMax | 14,500 lb | 9,300 lb |
| 2WD short bed | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 15,000 lb | 9,600 lb |
| 2WD short bed | 3.0L Duramax I-6 | 15,000 lb | 9,300 lb |
| 2WD short bed with Max Trailering Package | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 16,800 lb | 11,300 lb |
| 2WD short bed with Max Trailering Package and 18-in. wheels | 3.0L Duramax I-6 | 17,800 lb | 12,100 lb |
| 2WD short bed with Max Trailering Package and 20-in. wheels | 3.0L Duramax I-6 | 19,000 lb | 13,200 lb |
| 4WD short bed | TurboMax | 14,500 lb | 9,000 lb |
| 4WD short bed | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 15,000 lb | 9,300 lb |
| 4WD short bed | 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 | 15,000 lb | 9,100 lb |
| 4WD short bed | 3.0L Duramax I-6 | 15,000 lb | 9,000 lb |
| 4WD short bed with Max Trailering Package | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 16,800 lb | 11,000 lb |
| 4WD short bed with Max Trailering Package and 18-in. wheels | 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 | 17,800 lb | 11,900 lb |
| 4WD short bed with Max Trailering Package and 18-in. wheels | 3.0L Duramax I-6 | 17,800 lb | 11,800 lb |
| 4WD short bed with Max Trailering Package and 20-in. wheels | 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 | 19,100 lb | 13,200 lb |
| 4WD short bed with Max Trailering Package and 20-in. wheels | 3.0L Duramax I-6 | 19,000 lb | 13,000 lb |
| ZR2 4WD short bed | 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 | 15,000 lb | 8,800 lb |
| ZR2 4WD short bed | 3.0L Duramax I-6 | 15,000 lb | 8,700 lb |
The following tables show Silverado 1500 capacities when equipped for fifth-wheel or gooseneck towing.
| Model | Engine | GCWR | Max. Fifth-Wheel / Gooseneck Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2WD standard bed | TurboMax | 14,000 lb | 9,000 lb |
| 2WD long bed | TurboMax | 14,500 lb | 9,400 lb |
| 2WD long bed | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 15,000 lb | 9,800 lb |
| 4WD standard bed | TurboMax | 14,000 lb | 8,800 lb |
| 4WD long bed | TurboMax | 14,500 lb | 9,200 lb |
| 4WD long bed | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 15,000 lb | 9,500 lb |
| Model | Engine | GCWR | Max. Fifth-Wheel / Gooseneck Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double Cab 2WD standard bed | TurboMax | 14,500 lb | 9,200 lb |
| Double Cab 2WD standard bed | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 15,000 lb | 9,500 lb |
| Double Cab 2WD standard bed | 3.0L Duramax I-6 | 15,000 lb | 8,000 lb |
| Double Cab 2WD Max Trailering Package | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 15,000 lb | 11,000 lb |
| Double Cab 4WD Max Trailering Package | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 15,000 lb | 10,800 lb |
| Crew Cab 2WD short bed | TurboMax | 14,500 lb | 9,200 lb |
| Crew Cab 2WD short bed | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 15,000 lb | 9,300 lb |
| Crew Cab 2WD short bed | 3.0L Duramax I-6 | 15,000 lb | 8,300 lb |
| Crew Cab 4WD short bed | 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 | 15,000 lb | 8,100 lb |
| ZR2 4WD short bed | 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 / Duramax | 15,000 lb | 6,000 lb |
Technical note:with a fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch, the load applied in the bed must be included in the vehicle payload calculation.↑ Back to Quick Access
The Silverado 2500 HD is designed for heavier loads. The following tables show the main configurations with the 6.6L gasoline V8 and 6.6L Duramax V8.
| Model | Engine | Wheels | GVWR | GCWR | Max. Conventional Towing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2WD standard bed | 6.6L Gasoline V8 | 17 / 18 in. | 10,050 lb | 24,500 lb | 14,500 lb |
| 2WD standard bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 17 in. | 10,800 lb | 26,000 lb | 14,500 lb |
| 2WD standard bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 18 / 20 / 22 in. | 10,900 lb | 26,000 lb | 14,500 lb |
| 4WD standard bed | 6.6L Gasoline V8 | 17 / 18 in. | 10,000 lb | 24,500 lb | 14,500 lb |
| 4WD standard bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 17 / 18 in. | 10,000 lb | 26,000 lb | 14,500 lb |
| 4WD long bed with Max Trailering Package | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 18 / 20 in. | 11,450 lb | 30,000 lb | 14,500 lb |
| Model | Engine | Wheels | GVWR | GCWR | Max. Conventional Towing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2WD standard bed | 6.6L Gasoline V8 | 17 in. | 10,150 lb | 24,500 lb | 16,000 lb |
| 2WD standard bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 17 in. | 10,800 lb | 24,500 lb | 18,500 lb |
| 2WD Max Trailering Package | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 18 / 20 in. | 11,500 lb | 30,000 lb | 20,000 lb |
| 4WD standard bed | 6.6L Gasoline V8 | 17 in. | 10,450 lb | 24,500 lb | 16,000 lb |
| 4WD standard bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 18 / 20 / 22 in. | 11,350 lb | 27,500 lb | 18,500 lb |
| 4WD Max Trailering Package | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 18 / 20 in. | 11,750 lb | 30,000 lb | 20,000 lb |
| Model | Engine | Wheels | GVWR | GCWR | Max. Fifth-Wheel / Gooseneck Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2500 HD Regular Cab 2WD long bed | 6.6L Gasoline V8 | 17 in. | 10,300 lb | 24,500 lb | 18,700 lb |
| 2500 HD Regular Cab 2WD long bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 18 / 20 / 22 in. | 10,750 lb | 26,000 lb | 18,500 lb |
| 2500 HD Regular Cab 4WD long bed | 6.6L Gasoline V8 | 17 / 18 in. | 10,000 lb | 24,500 lb | 18,300 lb |
| 2500 HD Regular Cab 4WD long bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 18 / 20 / 22 in. | 11,025 lb | 26,000 lb | 18,090 lb |
| 4WD long bed with Max Trailering Package | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 18 / 20 in. | 11,450 lb | 30,000 lb | 22,050 lb |
Key point:the Silverado 2500 HD can achieve substantially higher capacities than the Silverado 1500, particularly with the Duramax engine and the appropriate towing packages.↑ Back to Quick Access
The Silverado 3500 HD delivers the highest towing capability in the Silverado family. Depending on configuration, it can tow up to 36,000 lb.
| Model | Engine | Wheels | GVWR | GCWR | Max. Conventional Towing | Max. Fifth-Wheel / Gooseneck |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2WD SRW long bed | 6.6L Gasoline V8 | 18 / 20 in. | 10,950 lb | 26,000 lb | 14,500 lb | 19,080 lb |
| 2WD SRW long bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 18 / 20 in. | 11,500 lb | 30,000 lb | 14,500 lb | 22,420 lb |
| 4WD SRW long bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 18 / 20 in. | 11,800 lb | 30,000 lb | 14,500 lb | 22,040 lb |
| 2WD DRW long bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 17 in. | 14,000 lb | 43,500 lb | 20,000 lb | 35,500 lb |
| 4WD DRW long bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 17 in. | 14,000 lb | 40,000 lb | 20,000 lb | 31,500 lb |
| Model | Engine | Wheels | GVWR | GCWR | Max. Conventional Towing | Max. Fifth-Wheel / Gooseneck |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2WD SRW standard bed | 6.6L Gasoline V8 | 18 / 20 in. | 11,300 lb | 26,000 lb | 18,700 lb | 18,620 lb |
| 2WD SRW standard bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 18 / 20 in. | 11,800 lb | 30,000 lb | 20,000 lb | 21,900 lb |
| 2WD DRW long bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 17 in. | 14,000 lb | 40,000 lb | 20,000 lb | 31,580 lb |
| 4WD DRW long bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 17 in. | 14,000 lb | 40,000 lb | 20,000 lb | 31,270 lb |
| Model | Engine | Wheels | GVWR | GCWR | Max. Conventional Towing | Max. Fifth-Wheel / Gooseneck |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2WD SRW standard bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 18 / 20 in. | 11,750 lb | 30,000 lb | 20,000 lb | 21,900 lb |
| 4WD SRW standard bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 18 / 20 in. | 12,100 lb | 30,000 lb | 20,000 lb | 21,600 lb |
| 2WD DRW long bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 17 in. | 14,000 lb | 40,000 lb | 20,000 lb | 31,440 lb |
| 4WD DRW long bed | 6.6L Duramax V8 | 17 in. | 14,000 lb | 40,000 lb | 20,000 lb | 30,900 lb |
Key point:the highest Silverado 3500 HD capacities are generally associated with Duramax, dual-rear-wheel configurations and gooseneck or fifth-wheel towing.↑ Back to Quick Access
GCWR is the maximum allowable combined weight of the vehicle and trailer when fully loaded, including passengers, cargo, equipment and upfits.
| Item | Value or Rule | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Tongue Weight | 10% to 15% | Tongue weight should represent approximately 10% to 15% of the total loaded trailer weight. |
| Fifth-Wheel / Gooseneck Kingpin Weight | 15% to 25% | Kingpin weight should represent approximately 15% to 25% of the total loaded trailer weight. |
| Payload | Check | The weight of any additional equipment and passengers must be deducted from available payload. |
| GCWR | Do not exceed | Includes the vehicle, trailer, passengers, fuel, cargo and equipment. |
| Technology | Function | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Tow/Haul Mode | Optimizes certain transmission shift points | Helps manage loads more effectively. |
| Integrated Trailer Brake Controller | Controls the trailer’s electric brakes | Improves control of the truck-and-trailer combination. |
| Trailering App | Manages trailer profiles and settings | Centralizes useful trailering information. |
| Hitch Guidance | Helps align the truck and trailer | Makes hitching manoeuvres easier. |
| Trailer Sway Alert | Detects certain unstable trailer movements | Can help identify abnormal trailer behaviour. |
| Camera View | Silverado 1500 | Silverado 2500 HD | Silverado 3500 HD | Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bed View | Available | Available | Available | Helps show the bed or certain hitch components. |
| Hitch View | Available | Available | Available | Helps align the truck and trailer. |
| Rear Top-Down View | Available | Available | Available | Improves awareness behind the vehicle. |
| Front Camera View | Available | Available | Available | Useful for tight manoeuvres. |
| Rear Trailer View | Available | Available | Available | Helps provide visibility behind a compatible trailer. |
| Transparent Trailer View | Available | Available | Available | Can create the effect of seeing through the trailer. |
| Rear Camera View | Standard | Standard | Standard | Basic view when reversing. |
| HD Surround Vision | Available | Available | Available | Provides a view around the vehicle, depending on equipment. |
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The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 can tow up to 13,300 lb when properly equipped.
The 2026 Silverado 2500 HD can tow up to 22,050 lb depending on configuration.
The 2026 Silverado 3500 HD can tow up to 36,000 lb depending on configuration.
The 2026 Silverado EV can tow up to 12,500 lb depending on trim and range.
GCWR stands for Gross Combined Weight Rating.
GVWR stands for Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
Conventional towing uses a rear hitch, while fifth-wheel towing uses a connection point installed in the truck bed.
Both systems use the truck bed as the attachment point, but they are designed for different types of trailers and uses.
Capacity varies by engine, cab, bed, wheels, axle ratio, GCWR, GVWR and installed equipment.
Yes. Passengers, tools, accessories and luggage reduce the capacity available for the trailer.
Yes. Tongue weight is a load applied to the hitch and must be included in the vehicle payload calculation.
No. Cameras improve visibility, but they do not replace physical inspection or compliance with load limits.↑ Back to Quick Access
