
Silverado Heavy Duty trucks are pretty popular on New Braunfels job sites. The famous Chevy Silverado towing capacity probably has something to do with that. The 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500 towing capacity continues with this tradition, coming in at a massive 18,510 pounds when properly equipped. Let’s take a closer look at the capabilities of this powerful pickup.
So, which engine gives you the maximum Chevy Silverado towing capacity, the gas or diesel? Here is the Chevy Silverado towing capacity and other engine specs for each option:
Chevy Silverado 2500 Towing Capacity by Engine
Gas V8
Turbocharged Diesel V8
The Silverado 2500 comes in multiple combinations of options, including cab size, bed size, wheel size, and hitch type. All of those options affect the final towing capacity of this truck. To get the maximum Chevy Silverado 2500 towing capacity, choose the following options:
Big trailers, small trailers, campers, boats, you name it, this truck can handle all of that and more, thanks to its 18,510-pound towing capacity. Here are just a few of the things the Silverado 2500 can handle:
What Can Be Towed with the Chevy Silverado Towing Capacity
If you’re going to do a lot of serious towing along our Schertz roads, you’re going to need the right accessories. Chevy has got you covered. The Chevy Advanced Trailering System makes towing safer and easier:
Reading about the impressive performance of the Silverado 2500 will get you only so far. You need to get behind the wheel of this beast so you can experience its raw power for yourself. You can do that today at our dealership. And, if you’d like to learn more, check out our comparison of the Chevy Silverado 2500 and the Silverado 1500, as well as our comparison of the Silverado 2500 with the Ford F-250. We’re just a short trip away from Boerne. Feel free to drop by or contact us today!
Curious if the towing capacity for the 2021 Chevy Silverado is any different? All in all, the 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500 towing capacity is 18,500 pounds. Its payload ranges from 3,614 to 3,900 pounds. Below, you can learn more about this hard-working truck and why it’s a great option if you’re in the market for a used pickup truck.
New Braunfels drivers want a reliable pickup truck that serves them well. Needless to say, powerful trucks require powerful engines. Below, you can find more details about the 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500 engines:
6.6L V8 Gas Engine:
Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 Engine:
In addition to powerful engines and transmission, the Chevy Silverado towing capacity is only helped by the truck’s array of tow-ready features. With the Advanced Trailering System, you can expect the following:
Customizable towing experience all around:
Additional towing features for improved performance and safety:
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