2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Towing Capacity

The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 is a heavy-duty pickup truck boasting the pure power and robust performance you need for tough jobsites and ambitious weekend road trips outside of Charleston. If you are ready to upgrade from a light-duty pickup to an elite HD option, explore the new Chevrolet Silverado 2500 tow rating today! Our comprehensive breakdown includes engine specifications and available performance packages to help you decide which configuration fits your needs before you schedule a test drive at our Walterboro dealership. Please contact us to make an appointment or if you have any questions about our inventory.

How Much Can You Haul In Summerville & Beyond?

Exactly how much capability can you unlock on the roads of Summerville and Beaufort with a heavy-duty Chevy? The official Chevrolet Silverado 2500 tow rating and performance specs depend heavily on your choice of powertrain. Check out the maximum trailering capacities and engine outputs per configuration below:

6.6L V8 Gas Engine Specs

• Horsepower: 401 hp
• Torque: 464 lb-ft of torque
• Transmission: 10-speed automatic transmission
• Max Available Trailering Weight: 19,080 pounds*

Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 Engine Specs

• Horsepower: 470 hp
• Torque: 975 lb-ft of torque
• Transmission: 10-speed automatic transmission
• Max Available Trailering Weight: 22,420 pounds**

New Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Performance Packages

There are numerous factory-backed towing packages and specialized accessories available to help you customize your new truck and get more out of every hard-working driving experience in Beaufort. Popular Chevrolet Silverado 2500 performance packages include:

Gooseneck Hitch Package

• Gooseneck ball
• Chain tiedown kit with convenient carrying case
• Note: May require additional optional equipment

Z71 Off-Road Package

• Z71 Off-Road specialized suspension outfitted with Rancho™ twin-tube shocks
• Hill Descent Control
• Protective underbody skid plates
• Z71 hard badging (Available on Work Truck, LT, and LTZ models)
• Z71 unique grille emblem (Available on LT and LTZ models)
• 17-inch rugged all-terrain blackwall tires (Work Truck and LT models)

Gooseneck / 5th Wheel Prep Package

• Integrated hitch platform configured to accept a Gooseneck or 5th-wheel hitch
• Hitch platform with tray to accept ball and stamped box holes with durable caps installed
• Convenient box-mounted 7-pin trailer wiring harness
• Note: May require additional optional equipment

Snow Plow Prep / Camper Package

• Power feed terminal to accommodate a backup and roof emergency utility light
• A heavy-duty single 220-amp alternator
• Heavy-duty uprated front springs
• Underbody skid plates engineered to protect the transfer case from rocks and debris
• Note: May require additional optional equipment

Test-Drive A New Chevrolet Silverado 2500 At Cooper Chevrolet of Walterboro

Ready to experience the raw power of the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 performance specs firsthand? Visit our Chevy dealer in Walterboro, SC to experience this world-class truck from behind the wheel! Call (843) 584-6572 or contact our dedicated team online to schedule your priority appointment. For more helpful details on the Chevy lineup, feel free to browse our comprehensive manufacturer research hub. If you are preparing to trade up to an HD model, we also invite you to use our online trade-in valuation tool to see what your current vehicle is worth today. Stop by Cooper Chevrolet of Walterboro in Walterboro, SC today to find your next heavy-duty truck and drive home with a vehicle built to conquer any job!

*Requires Silverado 2500 HD Regular Cab Long Bed WT 2WD with 6.6L gas engine and gooseneck hitch. Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.

**Requires Silverado 2500 HD Crew Cab Long Bed 2WD with available Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel engine, Max Trailering Package and gooseneck/5th-wheel hitch, Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.