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2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Towing Capacity

How much can a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD pull? Compare 31 trim levels.

What will it tow?

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2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Trims
Towing capacity by engine

Choose a towing vehicle wisely. Make sure the engine has enough power, the gearbox is capable of withstanding heavy loads, and the axle ratio is optimal for hauling.

  • 6.0L V-8, 4.10 axle ratio, 360 hp, 380 lb/ft - 13,000 lbs

WT 4x2 Regular Cab 8 ft. box 133.6 in. WB

Maximum Towing Capacity - 14000 lb

The maximum weight that Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD is allowed to tow. The maximum trailer weights listed are only applicable for altitudes up to 3280 ft (1,000 m) above sea level. With increasing altitude the engine power and therefore the car's climbing ability are impaired because of the reduced air density, so the maximum trailer weight has to be reduced accordingly. The weight of the car and trailer must be reduced by 10% for every further 3280 ft (1,000 m) (or part thereof).

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) - 9300 lb

This is the maximum amount of weight Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD is rated to carry (engine, chassis, fluids, passengers, cargo, load - everything). It is often determined by the manufacturer and is indicated in the owner's manual or on the inside of the drive's door panel.

Curb Weight - 5741 lb

This is how much Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD weighs sitting on the curb with no driver, passengers, no cargo and no load with all standard options.

Payload Capacity - 3559 lb

Payload is considered all the extra stuff you put inside your vehicle, whether it be passengers or a pile of rocks, that weight is all considered payload. You can increase it by:

  1. Upgrading the Rear Springs.
  2. Adding Coil-Over Shock Absorbers.
  3. Installing a Longer Truck Bed.
  4. Attaching a Trailer.
  5. Adding Bed Racks.

Horsepower - 360 hp
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It is the same for all trims.

The higher the power of your engine, the more weight your car can pull.

Torque - 380 Lb-Ft
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It is the same for all trims.

High torque is essential for towing because it allows you to pull the trailer at a lower RPM, reducing the strain on the engine.

Axle Ratio - 4.10
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It is the same for all trims.

The higher the axle ratio, the more power your vehicle produces, and as a result, the more weight this car can tow.

Drive Type - rear-wheel

All-wheel or rear-wheel drive vehicles are best suited for towing, while front-wheel drive vehicles can haul much less weight.

Transmission - 6-spd auto w/OD
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It is the same for all trims.

Do not overload your vehicle while towing, as this can cause the transmission to overheat and fail. If your transmission has "Towing mode" - be sure to turn it on.

Turbocharger - intercooled turbo
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It is the same for all trims.

Turbocharged engines produce more power, so if you need a vehicle for towing, choose the one equipped with a turbo.

Wheelbase - 133.6

The longer your vehicle's wheelbase, the less likely the trailer you tow will push down on the rear axle and lift the front end.

Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) - no data

It is the maximum allowable weight that can be placed on a front axle of your Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD.

Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) - no data

It is the maximum allowable weight that can be placed on a rear axle of your Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD.

WT 4x2 Double Cab 6.6 ft. box 144.2 in. WB

WT 4x2 Double Cab 8 ft. box 158.1 in. WB

WT 4x4 Regular Cab 8 ft. box 133.6 in. WB

WT 4x2 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB

WT 4x2 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB

LT 4x2 Regular Cab 8 ft. box 133.6 in. WB

WT 4x4 Double Cab 6.6 ft. box 144.2 in. WB

WT 4x4 Double Cab 8 ft. box 158.1 in. WB

WT 4x4 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB

WT 4x4 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB

LT 4x2 Double Cab 6.6 ft. box 144.2 in. WB

LT 4x2 Double Cab 8 ft. box 158.1 in. WB

LT 4x4 Regular Cab 8 ft. box 133.6 in. WB

LT 4x2 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB

LT 4x2 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB

LT 4x4 Double Cab 6.6 ft. box 144.2 in. WB

LT 4x4 Double Cab 8 ft. box 158.1 in. WB

LTZ 4x2 Double Cab 6.6 ft. box 144.2 in. WB

LTZ 4x2 Double Cab 8 ft. box 158.1 in. WB

LT 4x4 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB

LT 4x4 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB

LTZ 4x2 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB

LTZ 4x2 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB

LTZ 4x4 Double Cab 6.6 ft. box 144.2 in. WB

LTZ 4x4 Double Cab 8 ft. box 158.1 in. WB

LTZ 4x4 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB

LTZ 4x4 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB

High Country 4x2 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB

High Country 4x2 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB

High Country 4x4 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB




Trailers that Your Vehicle Can Tow

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Car Trailers

If you need to transport your car over a long distance - use a car trailer - this method is much safer and more reliable than towing with a rope.

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Boat Trailers

If you need to transport a boat, make sure you choose the right size trailer.


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What is a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD maximum towing capacity?

When preparing energizing outings outside, you definitely ought to be aware of the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD towing capacity, which is the key quality for such adventure. The towing capacity in reality is the vehicle's optimum volume of weight that it may safely tow. These details can generally be seen on a sticker label located on the inside of the driver's door close to the door latch. The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the highest functional weight (including cargo and passengers) and ought not to be violated. As a rule, the load of a trailer being pulled is usually recommended to stay within 10-15 per cent of the GVWR.

In this section, we provide the data on the towing capacity of the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD with all trims and generations. Take note the maximum towing weight may vary based on the braking system of what is being towed. When a trailer has its own brakes then its "braked capacity". Otherwise, it is called unbraked capacity. When buying the future RV, you must keep in mind that the weight and score is taken from the trailer's making company plus all of the additional payload you will put in it needs to never surpass the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD towing capacity. Violating this essential tip will impact your capability to control and stop just in time and will someday result in long term injury to your car or truck or even cause accidents on the roadways.

PAY ATTENTION

Drivers must not exceed the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD towing capacity as it can have serious consequences such as interfering with your car's braking ability

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The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) has developed the J2807 set of recommended practices. The tow test procedures designed by the big brains at the SAE consist of a series of rigorous real-world challenges to determine the Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of a vehicle and trailer combination.

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