There are many reasons to buy a truck. The cargo bed makes them incredibly useful for a number of jobs, and they’re some of the most capable off-road vehicles available. Some people just prefer how they look—we’re not here to judge.
Of course, trucks are also incredibly useful for their ability to tow and haul massive loads, but not all trucks are made equal. When shopping for your next Chevy truck for sale near Savanna, IL, you’ll want to do some research to make sure it’s rated for the job you need it to do.
Check out our quick guide to see which Chevy truck is right for you.
Truck Towing Capacity Basics
Before you start your truck search, it’s important to know a few things. First and most important is that the specs you see online are generally for comparison purposes only—there are many factors that affect a truck’s towing capacity, and you’ll want to look at the door sticker to find all the relevant numbers for that specific one.
Aside from the model of truck, towing capacity can be affected by the cab style, bed length, tire and wheel size, whether it’s 2WD or 4WD, and of course, the engine. If you have any questions about a particular model, contact your local Chevy dealership in Savanna and our truck experts will be happy to help you find the perfect one for your needs.
Chevy Trucks by Towing Capacity
Chevy Colorado Towing Capacity
The Colorado is Chevy’s dedicated midsize truck. Despite being the smallest truck in the lineup, it boasts class-topping towing capacity of up to 7,700 pounds when properly equipped.
Its impressive towing ability is thanks in large part to the 2.7-liter TurboMax™ engine, which cranks out 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. It also has an available Tow/Haul mode that optimizes performance, an available trailering app, and up to 10 external camera views to aid in parking and reversing while pulling a heavy load.
Chevy Silverado 1500 Towing Capacity
As one of the most popular trucks in America, it’s no surprise that the Silverado 1500 is extremely well-equipped to handle large loads. It has even more available camera views than the Colorado, with up to 14 total, as well as a choice between four different engines, allowing shoppers to choose the power specs based on their unique needs and budget.
Here’s the max towing capacity for each available powertrain:
- 2.7-liter TurboMax™: 9,500 pounds
- 5.3-liter V8: 11,300 pounds
- 6.2-liter V8: 13,100 pounds
- 3.0-liter Duramax™ Turbo Diesel: 13,300 pounds
Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Towing Capacity
The next step up in the roster, the 2500 HD offers a massive boost in towing power. It also allows for fifth-wheel/gooseneck hitch towing, which increases max towing even further. The 2500 is available with two engines; here are their max capacities:
- 6.6-liter V8
- Max conventional trailering: 16,000 pounds
- Max fifth-wheel/gooseneck trailering: 18,700 pounds
- 6.6-liter Duramax™ Turbo Diesel
- Max conventional trailering: 20,000 pounds
- Max fifth-wheel/gooseneck trailering: 22,430 pounds
Chevy Silverado 3500 HD Towing Capacity
For the jobs that require the absolute highest towing capacity possible, the 3500 HD is the burliest standard pickup. Like the 2500, it offers a choice between the gas and diesel engine, but it also boasts even sturdier construction and the option for a dual rear wheel axle, which improves its numbers immensely.
Check out the max capacities based on powertrain below:
- 6.6-liter V8
- Max conventional trailering: 18,700 pounds
- Max fifth-wheel/gooseneck trailering: 20,000 pounds
- 6.6-liter Duramax™ Turbo Diesel
- Max conventional trailering: 19,080 pounds
- Max fifth-wheel/gooseneck trailering: 36,000 pounds
Explore the Chevy Truck Lineup in Savanna, IL
At Ed Morse, we have an excellent selection of trucks for every job, and they’re all Backed by Morse, which means you get to benefit from our price protection promise, so there’s no games and no wondering if you’re getting the best deal around.
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