2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Towing Capacity

Find out how much the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD can pull, across 43 different trims.

In this article, we'll give you important data and details about the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD, including the towing capacity, engine size, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), curb weight, payload capacity, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, drive type, transmission type, and more.

Select a trim from the list below to view the towing capacity data. The 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD trims have been ordered by towing capacity, from the highest value of 15,000 lbs to the lowest value of 13,000 lbs.

If you need any help explaining the terms used in the tables below, you can find a glossary of terms at the bottom of this article.

WT 4x4 Crew Cab 167.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 15,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 11,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,892
Payload Capacity (lbs) 4,108
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 167.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
High Country 4x4 Crew Cab 167.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 15,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 11,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,892
Payload Capacity (lbs) 4,108
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 167.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LTZ 4x4 Crew Cab 167.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 15,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 11,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,892
Payload Capacity (lbs) 4,108
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 167.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LT 4x4 Crew Cab 167.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 15,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 11,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,892
Payload Capacity (lbs) 4,108
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 167.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LTZ 4x2 Crew Cab 167.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 14,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,554
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,446
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 167.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
WT 4x4 Regular Cab 133.6 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 14,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,281
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,719
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 133.60
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
WT 4x4 Regular Cab 133.6 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 14,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,400
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,617
Payload Capacity (lbs) 6,783
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 133.60
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
WT 4x2 Regular Cab 133.6 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 14,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,400
Curb Weight (lbs) 5,958
Payload Capacity (lbs) 4,442
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 133.60
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
WT 4x2 Regular Cab 133.6 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 14,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,500
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,295
Payload Capacity (lbs) 7,205
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 133.60
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
WT 4x2 Double Cab 158.1 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 14,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,404
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,596
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 158.10
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
WT 4x2 Crew Cab 167.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 14,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,554
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,446
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 167.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LTZ 4x2 Double Cab 158.1 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 14,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,404
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,596
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 158.10
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LT 4x4 Regular Cab 133.6 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 14,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,281
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,719
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 133.60
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LT 4x4 Regular Cab 133.6 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 14,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,400
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,617
Payload Capacity (lbs) 6,783
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 133.60
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
High Country 4x2 Crew Cab 167.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 14,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,554
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,446
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 167.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LT 4x2 Regular Cab 133.6 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 14,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,400
Curb Weight (lbs) 5,958
Payload Capacity (lbs) 4,442
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 133.60
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LT 4x2 Regular Cab 133.6 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 14,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,500
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,295
Payload Capacity (lbs) 7,205
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 133.60
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LT 4x2 Double Cab 158.1 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 14,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,404
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,596
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 158.10
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LT 4x2 Crew Cab 167.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 14,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,554
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,446
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 167.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LTZ 4x4 Double Cab 158.1 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,680
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,320
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 158.10
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
High Country 4x2 Crew Cab 167.7 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,025
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,886
Payload Capacity (lbs) 6,139
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 167.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
WT 4x4 Double Cab 158.1 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,680
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,320
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 158.10
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
WT 4x4 Double Cab 158.1 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,025
Curb Weight (lbs) 7,017
Payload Capacity (lbs) 6,008
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 158.10
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
High Country 4x4 Crew Cab 153.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,695
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,305
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 153.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
WT 4x4 Crew Cab 167.7 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,025
Curb Weight (lbs) 7,229
Payload Capacity (lbs) 5,796
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 167.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
WT 4x4 Crew Cab 153.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,695
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,305
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 153.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LT 4x2 Crew Cab 153.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,427
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,573
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 153.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LT 4x2 Crew Cab 167.7 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,025
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,886
Payload Capacity (lbs) 6,139
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 167.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
WT 4x2 Double Cab 158.1 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,025
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,737
Payload Capacity (lbs) 6,288
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 158.10
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LT 4x2 Double Cab 158.1 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,025
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,737
Payload Capacity (lbs) 6,288
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 158.10
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
WT 4x2 Crew Cab 167.7 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,025
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,886
Payload Capacity (lbs) 6,139
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 167.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
WT 4x2 Crew Cab 153.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,427
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,573
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 153.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LT 4x4 Crew Cab 167.7 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,025
Curb Weight (lbs) 7,229
Payload Capacity (lbs) 5,796
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 167.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LTZ 4x4 Double Cab 158.1 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,025
Curb Weight (lbs) 7,017
Payload Capacity (lbs) 6,008
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 158.10
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LTZ 4x4 Crew Cab 167.7 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,025
Curb Weight (lbs) 7,229
Payload Capacity (lbs) 5,796
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 167.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LTZ 4x4 Crew Cab 153.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,695
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,305
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 153.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LTZ 4x2 Double Cab 158.1 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,025
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,737
Payload Capacity (lbs) 6,288
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 158.10
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
High Country 4x2 Crew Cab 153.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,427
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,573
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 153.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LTZ 4x2 Crew Cab 167.7 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,025
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,886
Payload Capacity (lbs) 6,139
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 167.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LTZ 4x2 Crew Cab 153.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,427
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,573
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type rear-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 153.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LT 4x4 Crew Cab 153.7 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,695
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,305
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 153.70
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LT 4x4 Double Cab 158.1 in. WB SRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 10,000
Curb Weight (lbs) 6,680
Payload Capacity (lbs) 3,320
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 158.10
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
LT 4x4 Double Cab 158.1 in. WB DRW
Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) 13,000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs) 13,025
Curb Weight (lbs) 7,017
Payload Capacity (lbs) 6,008
Horsepower (hp) 360
Torque (lb-ft) 380
Axle Ratio 4.10
Drive Type four-wheel
Transmission Type 6-spd auto w/OD
Turbocharger intercooled turbo
Wheelbase 158.10
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (lbs) 0

2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Towing Capacity Terms

In the tables above, you'll see a lot of terms that you may not be familiar with. Here's a quick rundown of what they each mean and why each of them is important when it comes to towing capacity.

Maximum Towing Capacity

This is the maximum weight that the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD can tow.

If you are driving at altitudes above 3,280ft (or 1,000m) of sea level, the weight you can tow needs to be reduced by about 10% for every additional 3,280ft (or 1,000m) of altitude. This is because the air is thinner at higher altitudes, which means that the engine has to work harder to pull the same weight.

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

The GVWR the maximum weight of the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD when fully loaded. This includes the weight of the vehicle, passengers, cargo, and any accessories or equipment that you have added to the vehicle.

You can find this number in the vehicle owner's manual, or on a sticker on the driver's side door jamb.

Curb Weight

The curb weight of the Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD is the weight of the vehicle with a full tank of gas, but with no passengers or cargo and the standard options that come with the vehicle.

Payload Capacity

The term "payload" is the weight of all the things that you put in the vehicle, including passengers, cargo, and any accessories or equipment that you have added. It can be increased by upgrading certain options, for example:

  • Better suspension springs
  • Coil-over shock absorbers
  • A longer truck bed
  • Attached a trailer to the vehicle
  • Adding bed rails

Horsepower

Horsepower is a measure of the power of the engine. It is the amount of work that the engine can do in a given amount of time.

In simple terms, the more horsepower a vehicle has, the more weight it can pull.

Torque

Measured in lb-ft, torque is the amount of force that the engine can apply to the wheels. This is an important metric for towing because better torque means you can pull weight at lower RPMs, which is better for the engine.

Axle Ratio

The axle ratio is the ratio of the number of turns of the drive shaft for every one turn of the wheels. The higher the axle ratio, the more torque is applied to the wheels.

Drive Type

The drive type is the type of transmission that the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD has. There are three main types:

  • Front-wheel drive (FWD)
  • Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
  • All-wheel drive (AWD)

All-wheel drive is the best type of drive type for towing because it distributes the weight of the vehicle evenly across all four wheels. Rear-wheel drive is also acceptable, but front-wheel drive is not recommended because they aren't able to pull as much weight.

Transmission Type

Transmission usually means manual or automatic. Some vehicles have a towing mode that will protect the transmission from damage when towing heavy loads - which can cause overheating and failure.

Turbocharger

A turbocharger is a device that forces more air into the engine, which increases the amount of fuel that can be burned. This increases the amount of power that the engine can produce.

If your vehicle has a turbocharger, it will be able to tow more weight than a vehicle without one.

Wheelbase

The wheelbase is the distance between the front and rear wheels. The longer the wheelbase, the more weight the vehicle can tow.

Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

The front GAWR is the maximum weight that the front axle can support. This is usually a number that is stamped on the axle itself.

Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

The rear GAWR is the maximum weight that the rear axle can support. This is usually a number that is stamped on the axle itself.

More Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Vehicles by Year

The list below will let you compare the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD towing capacity to previous years.