Towing with Silverado
Tow with confidence
You know you want to tow. And we know the Chevrolet Silverado can get the job done. Keep reading to find out how the Silverado will handle your towing needs.
Silverado LTZ Premium: Towing Glossary
Gross Combined Mass (GCM)
Also known as the Gross Combined Weight (GCW), this represents the maximum weight of both your loaded vehicle and your loaded trailer combined. Silverado LTZ Premium’s GCM is 7,160kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado LTZ Premium
Kerb Mass
The weight of an empty vehicle — without payload or driver — with standard equipment, fuel, coolant and oil. It is also known as the Vehicle Weight. Silverado LTZ Premium’s Kerb Mass is 2,552kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado LTZ Premium
Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM)
Also known as the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), this is the actual weight of the entire vehicle and its contents, including fuel and occupants. The Silverado LTZ Premium’s GVM is 3,300kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado LTZ Premium
Maximum Rear Axle Load
The maximum weight or load a vehicle’s rear axle can support. When loading a vehicle and/or trailer, ensure this load limit is not exceeded. Silverado LTZ Premium’s maximum rear axle load is 1,724kg †.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado LTZ Premium
Maximum Tow Ball Down Load
The maximum weight or load a vehicle’s tow ball can support. When loading a vehicle and/or trailer, ensure this weight limit is not exceeded. Silverado LTZ Premium’s maximum tow ball weight is 422kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado LTZ Premium using a 70mm ball.
Maximum Trailer Weight
This is the maximum weight a vehicle can legally tow. While Silverado LTZ Premium has a high towing capacity, local regulations and the capacity of your tow ball will impact towing limits. In Australia, Silverado LTZ Premium can tow the maximum braked trailer weight of up to 4.5 tonnes†. The maximum unbraked towing capacity is 750kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado LTZ Premium
Maximum Payload
In the world of trucks, this is the maximum weight a vehicle can support in it’s in-vehicle tray and storage capacity. Silverado LTZ Premium’s maximum payload is 748kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado LTZ Premium
Silverado ZR2: Towing Glossary
Gross Combined Mass (GCM)
Also known as the Gross Combined Weight (GCW), this represents the maximum weight of both your loaded vehicle and your loaded trailer combined. Silverado ZR2’s GCM is 6,851kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado ZR2
Kerb Mass
The weight of an empty vehicle — without payload or driver — with standard equipment, fuel, coolant and oil. It is also known as the Vehicle Weight. Silverado ZR2’s Kerb Mass is 2,587kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado ZR2
Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM)
Also known as the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), this is the actual weight of the entire vehicle and its contents, including fuel and occupants. Silverado ZR2’s GVM is 3,300kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado ZR2
Maximum Rear Axle Load
The maximum weight or load a vehicle’s rear axle can support. When loading a vehicle and/or trailer, ensure this load limit is not exceeded. Silverado ZR2’s maximum rear axle load is 1,724kg†.
Figures correct for MY234 Silverado ZR2
Maximum Tow Ball Down Load
The maximum weight or load a vehicle’s tow ball can support. When loading a vehicle and/or trailer, ensure this weight limit is not exceeded. Silverado ZR2’s maximum tow ball weight is 400kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado ZR2 using a 70mm ball.
Maximum Trailer Weight
This is the maximum weight a vehicle can legally tow. While Silverado ZR2 has a high towing capacity, local regulations and the capacity of your tow ball will impact towing limits. In Australia, Silverado ZR2 can tow the maximum braked trailer weight of up to 4.2 tonnes†. The maximum unbraked towing capacity is 750kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado ZR2
Maximum Payload
In the world of trucks, this is the maximum weight a vehicle can support in it’s in-vehicle tray and storage capacity. Silverado ZR2’s maximum payload is 713kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado ZR2
Silverado HD LTZ Premium: Towing glossary
Gross Combined Mass (GCM)
Also known as the Gross Combined Weight (GCW), this represents the maximum weight of both your loaded vehicle and your loaded trailer combined. Silverado HD LTZ Premium’s GCM is 12,474kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado HD LTZ Premium. To achieve max Gross Combined Mass (kg), 3rd party tow bar hardware, braking system & certification is required.
Kerb Mass
The weight of an empty vehicle — without payload or driver — with standard equipment, fuel, coolant and oil. It is also known as the Vehicle Weight. Silverado HD LTZ Premium’s Kerb Mass is 3,762kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado HD LTZ Premium
Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM)
Also known as the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), this is the actual weight of the entire vehicle and its contents, including fuel and occupants. The Silverado HD LTZ Premium’s GVM is 4,495kg† under NB1 Category and 5,148kg† under NB2† Category.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado HD LTZ Premium
Maximum Rear Axle Load
The maximum weight or load a vehicle’s rear axle can support. When loading a vehicle and/or trailer, ensure this load limit is not exceeded. Silverado HD LTZ Premium’s maximum rear axle load is 2,994kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado HD LTZ Premium
Maximum Tow Ball Down Load
The maximum weight or load a vehicle’s tow ball can support. When loading a vehicle and/or trailer, ensure this weight limit is not exceeded. Silverado HD LTZ Premium’s maximum tow ball weight is 450kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado HD LTZ Premium using a 70mm ball. Figures quoted apply in Australia only.
Maximum Trailer Weight
This is the maximum weight a vehicle can legally tow. While Silverado HD LTZ Premium has a high towing capacity, local regulations and the capacity of your tow ball will impact towing limits. In Australia, Silverado HD LTZ Premium can tow the maximum braked trailer weight of up to 4.5 tonnes†. The maximum unbraked towing capacity is 750kg†.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado HD LTZ Premium
Maximum Payload
In the world of trucks, this is the maximum weight a vehicle can support in it’s in-vehicle tray and storage capacity. Silverado HD LTZ Premium’s maximum payload is 733kg† under NB1 Category and 1,386kg† under NB2† Category.
Figures correct for MY24 Silverado HD LTZ Premium
Advanced Trailering Tech
Silverado offers a number of features that help make a long day of towing easy, including the proven technology of Trailer Sway Control, Hill Start Assist and Auto Grade Braking. There are also segment firsts like Trailer Theft Alert, Electric Parking Brake Hookup Assist and Brake Gain Memory on the integrated trailer brake controller.
Overseas model shown.
In-Vehicle Trailering App
Silverado comes standard with an industry-first Advanced Trailer System. To ensure safe towing, the system includes pre-departure checklist, light sequencing, maintenance reminders and security alerts. The system can also provide prompt tow reminders, provide trailer electrical diagnostics and monitor tyre pressure†.
Overseas model shown.
Requires compatible trailer accessories. Does not monitor spare tyre.
Included Trailering Package
Silverado comes standard with the Trailering Package, meaning you can get straight to towing from day one. This includes a fitted tow bar, towing hitch platform and 12-pin connector. Tow balls are available in 50mm (towing up to 3.5 tonnes) and 70mm (towing above 3.5 tonnes).
Overseas model shown.
SEEING IS BELIEVING WITH UP TO 14 CAMERA VIEWS†
Silverado comes with up to 14 unique camera views† — all working to improve your towing job from start to finish. They can make it easier to get hitched up, provide confidence while you’re on the road, and even help you maneuver into tight spots when you’re ready to park.