Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD 2015 Trailering Guide

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2015 Silverado 1500 Engine Horsepower, Torque and Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings

Engine EcoTec3 - 4.3L V-6 (LV3) EcoTec3 - 5.3L V-8 (L83) EcoTec3 - 6.2L V-8 (L86) Horsepower 285 @ 5,300 355 @ 5,600 420 @ 5,600 Torque (lb.-ft.) 305 @ 3,900 383 @ 4,100 460 @ 4,100

AXLE RATIO RATINGS (lbs) AXLE RATIO RATINGS (lbs) AXLE RATIO RATINGS (lbs)

Conventional 5th-Wheel Conventional 5th-Wheel Conventional 5th-Wheel Regular Cab 2WD 3.23 6,100 - 3.42 9,800 - 3.42 - Double Cab 2WD 3.23 5,600 - 3.73 11,200 - 3.42 12,000 Crew Cab 2WD 3.23 5,600 - 3.73 11,100 - 3.42 12,000 Regular Cab 4WD 3.42 7,600 - 3.42 9,500 - 3.42 - Double Cab 4WD 3.42 7,200 - 3.73 11,000 - 3.42 11,900 Crew Cab 4WD 3.42 7,100 - 3.73 10,900 - 3.42 11,800 -

SILVERADO FEATURES

BRAKES

To accommodate heavier loads, all Silverado models are equipped with front and rear disc brakes that have new Duralife™ rotors, which offer up to double the service life. You can also order the available integrated trailer brake controller,

TRAILERING

SELECTOR

2015 Silverado 2500HD Engine Horsepower, Torque and Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings

Engine VORTEC 6.0L V-8 (L96) 6.0L V-8 Gaseous (LC8) DURAMAX 6.6L V-8 Turbo-Diesel (LML) Horsepower 360 @ 5,400 360 @ 5,400 (Gas) / 301 @ 5,000 (CNG) 397 @ 3,000 Torque (lb.-ft.) 380 @ 4,200 380 @ 4,200 (Gas) / 333 @ 4,200 (CNG) 765 @ 1,600

AXLE RATIO RATINGS (lbs) AXLE RATIO RATINGS (lbs) AXLE RATIO RATINGS (lbs)

Conventional 5th-Wheel Conventional 5th-Wheel Conventional 5th-Wheel Regular Cab 2WD 4.10 13,000 14,800 4.10 13,000 - 3.73 13,000 17,900 Double Cab 2WD 4.10 13,000 14,500 4.10 13,000 - 3.73 13,000 17,600 Crew Cab 2WD 4.10 13,000 14,300 4.10 13,000 - 3.73 13,000 17,400 Regular Cab 4WD 4.10 13,000 14,500 4.10 13,000 - 3.73 13,000 17,600 Double Cab 4WD 4.10 13,000 14,200 4.10 13,000 - 3.73 13,000 17,300 Crew Cab 4WD 4.10 13,000 14,000 4.10 13,000 - 3.73 14,500 17,100

2015 Silverado 3500HD Single Rear Wheel (SRW) Engine Horsepower, Torque and Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings

Engine VORTEC 6.0L V-8 (L96) DURAMAX 6.6L V-8 Turbo-Diesel (LML) Horsepower 360 @ 5,400 (Pickups) / 322 @ 4,400 (Chassis Cabs) 397 @ 3,000 (Pickups & Chassis Cabs) Torque (lb.-ft.) 380 @ 4,200 (Pickups & Chassis Cabs) 765 @ 1,600 (Pickups & Chassis Cabs)

AXLE RATIO RATINGS (lbs) AXLE RATIO RATINGS (lbs)

Conventional 5th-Wheel Conventional 5th-Wheel Regular Cab 2WD 4.10 13,000 14,600 - - Double Cab 2WD 4.10 13,000 14,200 3.73 13,000 17,500 Crew Cab 2WD 4.10 13,000 14,100 3.73 13,000 17,400 Regular Cab 4WD 4.10 13,000 14,300 3.73 13,000 17,500 Double Cab 4WD 4.10 13,000 13,900 3.73 13,000 17,200 Crew Cab 4WD 4.10 13,000 13,900 3.73 13,000 17,100

which allows your trailer’s brakes to operate simultaneously with the vehicle’s brakes. This feature functions in coordination with StabiliTrak

Electronic Stability Control System, the

antilock brake system and the electrical system.

TRAILER SWAY CONTROL

Integrated with StabiliTrak and the trailer brake controller (if equipped), Trailer Sway Control senses trailer sway and automatically applies the brakes – on the vehicle and trailer – and helps reduce engine power if necessary to set the situation straight again.

SUSPENSIONS

Front independent suspension with torsion bars on all heavyduty trucks is designed to allow high GVWR and outstanding load-carrying capability.

FRAME CONSTRUCTION

TRAILERING TERMS

GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING (GAWR)

The weight in pounds each axle is capable of supporting. The load on each axle must not exceed its GAWR. Your Chevy truck’s GAWR is posted on the driver’s door or door-lock pillar panel.

GROSS COMBINATION WEIGHT RATING (GCWR)

10 QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE SELECTING THE CORRECT VEHICLE FOR YOUR TRAILERING NEEDS

1. What is your trailer’s weight?

2. In addition to the trailer, how much weight will you be carrying?

3. How much time will you spend towing?

2015 Silverado 3500HD Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) Engine Horsepower, Torque and Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings

AXLE RATIO RATINGS (lbs) AXLE RATIO RATINGS (lbs)

Conventional 5th-Wheel Conventional 5th-Wheel Regular Cab 2WD 4.10 14,200 14,200 - - Double Cab 2WD 4.10 13,800 13,800 3.73 16,500 23,000 Crew Cab 2WD 4.10 13,700 13,700 3.73 16,500 22,900 Regular Cab 4WD 4.10 13,900 13,900 3.73 16,000 23,200 Double Cab 4WD 4.10 13,500 13,500 3.73 18,000 22,800 Crew Cab 4WD 4.10 13,300 13,300 3.73 19,600 22,600

2015 Tahoe Engine Horsepower, Torque and Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings

Engine

Horsepower 355 @ 5,600 355 @ 5,600 Horsepower 355 @ 5,600 355 @ 5,600 Torque (lb.-ft.) 383 @ 4,100 383 @ 4,100 Torque (lb.-ft.) 383 @ 4,100 383 @ 4,100

Tahoe 2WD 3.42 8,600 3.08 6,600 Suburban 2WD 3.42 8,300 3.08 6,300 Tahoe 4WD 3.42 8,400 3.08 6,400 Suburban 4WD 3.42 8,000 3.08 6,000

2015 Equinox Engine Horsepower, Torque and Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings

Engine

Horsepower 182 @ 6,700 301 @ 6,500 Horsepower 281 @ 6,300 Torque (lb.-ft.) 172 @ 4,900 272 @ 4,800 Torque (lb.-ft.) 266 @ 3,400

Equinox FWD 3.23 1,500 2.77 3,500 Traverse FWD Equinox AWD 3.53 1,500 2.77 3,500 Traverse AWD 3.16 5,200

EcoTec3 5.3L V-8 (L83) with NHT

Max Trailering Package

AXLE RATIO RATINGS (lbs) AXLE RATIO RATINGS (lbs) AXLE RATIO RATINGS (lbs) AXLE RATIO RATINGS (lbs)

2.4L 4-cyl DOHC SIDI with VVT (LEA)

AXLE

RATIO

RATINGS

(lbs)

3.6L V-6 SIDI with VVT (LFX)

AXLE

RATIO

RATINGS

With production beginning on or after October 6, 2014

EcoTec3 5.3L V-8 (L83) without

NHT Max Trailering Package

2015 Traverse Engine Horsepower, Torque and Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings

Engine 3.6L V-6 SIDI (LLT)

(lbs)

AXLE RATIO RATINGS (lbs)

2015 Suburban Engine Horsepower, Torque and Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings

Engine

3.16 5,200

EcoTec3 5.3L V-8 (L83) with NHT

Max Trailering Package

2015 Colorado Engine Horsepower, Torque and Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings

Engine 2.5L I-4 3.6L V-6 Horsepower 200 @ 6,300 305 @ 6,800 Torque (lb.-ft.) 191 @ 4,400 269 @ 4,000

Colorado 4WD - - 3.42 7,000

AXLE

RATIO

With production beginning on or after October 6, 2014

EcoTec3 5.3L V-8 (L83) without NHT

Max Trailering Package

RATINGS

(lbs)

AXLE

RATIO

RATINGS

(lbs)

The fully boxed frame provides a stronger foundation for maximum hauling capability. The high-strength steel frame also provides a sturdy base for noise and vibration isolation and crashworthiness.

‘SMART’ EXHAUST BRAKE SYSTEM

Included with the available Duramax Turbo-Diesel 6.6L engine on SilveradoHD models, this system uses the turbocharger to create back pressure that helps slow the vehicle and reduce brake use. Exhaust brakes help reduce brake fade and extend brake life.

HILL START ASSIST

This available feature automatically activates to momentarily hold the truck stationary on uphill grades of 5 percent or steeper. That critical moment allows the driver to accelerate before the vehicle rolls backwards. The available integrated trailer brake controller will also assist in situations where you’re in trafﬁc and have to pull forward on a hill.

HILL DESCENT CONTROL

An available feature that uses the antilock brake system to maintain a moderate vehicle speed when going downhill in forward or reverse while hauling a load.

The total allowable weight of the loaded vehicle and its trailer combined. The GCWR includes the weight of the driver, passengers, fuel, original equipment and gear you carry.

GROSS TRAILER WEIGHT

The weight of your loaded trailer.

TRAILER WEIGHT RATING

The trailer weight rating (in pounds) for any vehicle is determined by subtracting vehicle weight from the GCWR. At the trailer weight rating for a properly equipped vehicle, you should be able to accelerate, merge with trafﬁc, climb a typical grade on a road or interstate at highway speed, and assuming satisfactory road conditions, maintain control on various road surfaces and stop the vehicle within a reasonable distance.

4. Which conditions will you most likely encounter?

Steep grades °Extreme temperatures

°High altitude

5. Will you tow over short or long distances?

6. Will your towing or payload needs increase in the future?

7. What are your trailer’s height and width?

8. What type of hitch does your trailer require?

Weight-carrying °Weight-distributing

Fifth-wheel °Gooseneck

2015 Express Cargo Engine Horsepower, Torque and Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings

Engine

Horsepower 285 @ 5,400 342 @ 5,400 260 @ 3,100 282 @ 4,700 Torque (lb.-ft.) 295 @ 4,600 373 @ 4,400 525 @ 1,600 320 @ 4,400

2500 RWD 3.42 7,400 3.42 10,000 3.54 10,000 3.42 9,900 2500 RWD -

LWB 3500 RWD 3.42 7,400 3.42 10,000 3.54 10,000 3.42 9,800 3500 RWD -

LWB

Vortec 4.8L V8 SFI

(L20)

AXLE

RATIO

3.42 7,200 3.42 10,000 3.54 10,000 3.42 9,700

3.42 7,100 3.42 10,000 3.54 10,000 3.42 9,600

RATINGS

(lbs)

Vortec 6.0L V8

SFI (L96)

AXLE

RATIO

RATINGS

(lbs)

Duramax 6.6L V8

Turbo-Diesel (LGH)

AXLE

RATIO

RATINGS

(lbs)

6.0L V8 SFI

Gaseous (LC8)

AXLE

RATINGS

RATIO

(lbs)

TRAILER WEIGHT RANGES

2015 Express Passenger Engine Horsepower, Torque and Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings

Engine Vortec 4.8 L20 Vortec 6.0 L96 Vortec 6.0 LC8

Horsepower 285 @ 5,400 342 @ 5,400 282 @ 4,800 260 @ 2,800 Torque (lb.-ft.) 295 @ 4,600 373 @ 4,400 320 @ 4,400 525 @ 1,600

AXLE

RATIO 2500 RWD 3.42 6,700 3.42 9,800 3.42 9,500 N/A N/A 3500 RWD 3.42 6,700 3.42 9,700 3.42 9,400 3.54 10,000 3500 LWD 3.42 6,400 3.42 9,300 3.42 9,000 3.54 9,700

RATINGS

(lbs)

AXLE

RATIO

RATINGS

(lbs)

AXLE

RATIO

RATINGS

(lbs)

Duramax 6.6

LGH

AXLE

RATINGS

RATIO

(lbs)

REAR-VISION CAMERA SYSTEM

This available feature has grid lines on the screen to make it easier to line up the truck with your trailer when backing up to connect it.

AUTOMATIC LOCKING REAR DIFFERENTIAL

This available GM-exclusive feature engages when the system senses a wheel slip. The system channels drive power to the rear wheel with the most grip to help you regain traction.

TRANSMISSION FEATURES

Auto grade braking automatically engages the transmission’s grade braking shift pattern to maintain desired speed. Also, Tow/Haul mode minimizes “searching” for shift points to keep the transmission in the right gear for the load you’re hauling.

GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR)

This rating is the maximum amount a tow vehicle can weigh. Everything contributing to the tow vehicle’s weight is factored into the GVWR, including the weight of the truck, driver, passengers, fuel payload, tongue load of the trailer, hitch weight and all optional equipment. The GVWR is displayed on the driver’s door or door-lock pillar label.

For more trailering information, try these additional resources: 1) Download the Chevrolet Trailering App from your Apple iPad’s App Store

2) Download the Trailering Guide from Chevy.com

3) See your dealer for details

9. Is your trailer equipped with trailer brakes?

10. What type of electrical connection does your trailer need?

4-wire °6-wire °7-wire

°8-wire °Other

<2,000 LBS

FOLDING CAMPING TRAILER, SNOWMOBILES, PERSONAL WATERCRAFT TRAILERS

Dinghy Towing – These Chevrolet vehicles can be towed behind another vehicle, such as a motor home, with all four wheels on the ground:

2,001 TO 3,500 LBS

SINGLE-AXLE TRAILERS UP TO 18', OPEN UTILITY TR AILERS, SMALL BOATS

Equinox Trav erse Tahoe Suburban Colorado Silverado 1500 SilveradoHD

2WD YES YES NO NO

4WD

AWD YES YES

- -

3,501 TO 5,000 LBS

SINGLE-/DUAL-AXLE TRAILERS, LARGE BOATS, ENCLOSED UTILITY TRAILERS

YES YES YES YES YES

- - - - -

5,001 TO 10,000 LBS

TWO-HORSE, TRAVEL, FIFTH-WHEEL/ GOOSENECK RECREATIONAL TRAILERS

NO NO

10,000 LBS +

LARGE HORSE, TRAVEL, FIFTH-WHEEL/GOOSENECK RECREATIONAL, COMMERCIAL TRAILERS

AVAILABLE TRAILERING MIRRORS

New, heated, power-adjustable trailering mirrors with GM segment-ﬁrst back-up lamps are offered on 2015 Silverado LD models and HD models built after Aug. 24, 2014. The auxiliary back-up lamp is integrated in each mirror to enhance trailer visibility when backing up, as well as an amber auxiliary clearance lamp.

TOWING

Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.

PAYLOAD

Maximum payload ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it to haul people or cargo, carefully review the vehicle loading section of the Owner’s Manual and check the carrying capacity of your speciﬁc vehicle on the label on the inside of the driver’s door jamb.