Towing and Payload Capacity
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a powerful and versatile pickup truck that offers impressive towing and payload capacities. Depending on the configuration, it can tow up to 13,300 pounds and haul up to 2,280 pounds.
Several factors affect the Silverado 1500’s towing and payload capacity, including the engine choice, drivetrain, and cab style. The more powerful engines, such as the 6.2L V8, offer higher towing and payload capacities. Four-wheel drive models also have higher capacities than two-wheel drive models, and crew cab models have lower capacities than regular cab models.
Towing Capacity
The Silverado 1500’s towing capacity ranges from 9,300 pounds to 13,300 pounds. The following table shows the towing capacities for different configurations:
| Configuration | Towing Capacity (lbs) |
|---|---|
| Regular Cab, Short Bed, 2WD | 9,300 |
| Regular Cab, Long Bed, 2WD | 9,500 |
| Double Cab, Short Bed, 2WD | 10,200 |
| Double Cab, Long Bed, 2WD | 10,400 |
| Crew Cab, Short Bed, 2WD | 11,300 |
| Crew Cab, Long Bed, 2WD | 11,500 |
| Regular Cab, Short Bed, 4WD | 9,600 |
| Regular Cab, Long Bed, 4WD | 9,800 |
| Double Cab, Short Bed, 4WD | 10,500 |
| Double Cab, Long Bed, 4WD | 10,700 |
| Crew Cab, Short Bed, 4WD | 11,600 |
| Crew Cab, Long Bed, 4WD | 11,800 |
Payload Capacity
The Silverado 1500’s payload capacity ranges from 1,870 pounds to 2,280 pounds. The following table shows the payload capacities for different configurations: