What is the 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD Towing Capacity? (Explore with Charts)

Chevy Silverado HD is named for its powerful performance and heavy-duty strength. The HD stands for Heavy Duty The all-new 2022 Silverado 3500 HD is equipped with an efficient engine, and powertrain to offer unrivaled performance in both on-road and off-road conditions.

The 2022 Silverado 3500 HD offers a maximum towing capacity of up to 36,000 lbs when equipped with trailer tow packages, and powerful engines. With Silverado 3500 HD, you will get confidence every time you hitch up.

The towing capacity of 3500 HD varies according to the models, cargo, availability of towing accessories, number of passengers, and so on. Let’s explore this in detail.

Explore the 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD Towing Capacity

The Chevy Silverado HD features robust powertrain options, impressive towing capacity, large & functional Durabed, and the available Multi-Flex Tailgate.

There are currently four models of the Chevy Silverado 3500 HD which are WT, LT, LTZ, and High Country. Two-wheel Drive (2WD), or 4×4 options are available on all models.

Talking about the engine, a 6.6L V8 Gasoline engine with 6-speed transmission is standard whereas there is an available Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 engine with 10-speed transmission.

The maximum conventional towing capacity offered by the Chevy Silverado 3500 HD is 20,000 lbs when equipped with an available diesel engine. 

Likewise, the maximum gooseneck/5th-wheel trailering capacity of the Chevy Silverado 3500 HD is 36,000 lbs when powered by an available diesel engine. 

2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD Towing Capacity Based on engine types

ENGINE TYPE	MAX. CONVENTIONAL TOWING	MAX. 5TH-WHEEL/GOOSENECK TOWING
6.6L V8 Gas	16,800 lbs	16,800 lbs
Duramax 6.6L V8	20,000 lbs	36,000 lbs

Now, let’s explore the conventional, and 5th-wheel/gooseneck towing charts.

The 2022 Silverado 3500 HD is also available in Regular Cab, Double Cab, and Crew Cab. The towing capacity differs according to the cab type, engine configuration, and wheel size.

The all-new 2022 Silverado 3500 HD trucks are available in three different configurations: Regular Cab, Double Cab, and Crew Cab. 2WD SRW, 4×4 SRW, 2WD DRW, and 4×4 DRW are the four long bed models for the 3500 HD.

2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD Towing Capacity (Regular Cab)

MODEL	ENGINE	WHEEL SIZE	GVWR	MAX. PAYLOAD	CONVENTIONAL TOWING	GOOSENECK/5TH-WHEEL
Long Bed 2WD SRW	6.6L V8 Gas	18”/20”	10,750 lbs	4,481 lbs	14,500 lbs	17,200 lbs
Long Bed 4×4 SRW	6.6L V8 Gas	18”/20”	11,100 lbs	4,534 lbs	14,500 lbs	16,950 lbs
Long Bed2WD DRW	6.6L V8 Gas	17”	14,000 lbs	7,442 lbs	16,800 lbs	16,800 lbs
Long Bed 4×4 DRW	6.6L V8 Gas	17”	14,000 lbs	7,145 lbs	16,800 lbs	16,710 lbs
Long Bed 2WD SRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	18”/20”	11,500 lbs	4,215 lbs	14,500 lbs	21,500 lbs
Long Bed 4×4 SRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	18”/20”	11,800 lbs	4,217 lbs	14,500 lbs	21,500 lbs
Long Bed2WD DRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	17” (5th-Wheel)	14,000 lbs	6,523 lbs	20,000 lbs	32,000 lbs
Long Bed2WD DRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	17” (Gooseneck)	14,000 lbs	6,465 lbs	20,000 lbs	36,000 lbs
Long Bed 4×4 DRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	17”	14,000 lbs	6,196 lbs	20,000 lbs	31,760 lbs

2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD Towing Capacity (Double Cab)

MODEL	ENGINE	WHEEL SIZE	GVWR	MAX. PAYLOAD	CONVENTIONAL TOWING	GOOSENECK/5TH-WHEEL
Long Bed 2WD SRW	6.6L V8 Gas	18”/20”	11,100 lbs	4,373 lbs	14,500 lbs	16,700 lbs
Long Bed 4×4 SRW	6.6L V8 Gas	18”/20”	11,400 lbs	4,391 lbs	14,500 lbs	16,500 lbs
Long Bed2WD DRW	6.6L V8 Gas	17”	14,000 lbs	6,985 lbs	16,400 lbs	16,400 lbs
Long Bed 4×4 DRW	6.6L V8 Gas	17”	14,000 lbs	6,703 lbs	16,390 lbs	16,270 lbs
Long Bed 2WD SRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	18”/20”	11,850 lbs	4,130lbs	14,500 lbs	21,490 lbs
Long Bed 4×4 SRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	18”/20”	12,150 lbs	4,148 lbs	14,500 lbs	21,210 lbs
Long Bed2WD DRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	17”	14,000 lbs	6,059 lbs	20,000 lbs	31,500 lbs
Long Bed 4×4 DRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	17”	14,000 lbs	5,777 lbs	20,000 lbs	31,340 lbs

2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD Towing Capacity (Crew Cab)

MODEL	ENGINE	WHEEL SIZE	GVWR	MAX. PAYLOAD	CONVENTIONAL TOWING	GOOSENECK/5TH-WHEEL
Standard Bed2WD SRW	6.6L V8 Gas	18”/20”	11,000 lbs	4,316 lbs	14,500 lbs	16,700 lbs
Standard Bed4x4 SRW	6.6L V8 Gas	18”/20”	11,350 lbs	4,365 lbs	14,500 lbs	16,530 lbs
Standard Bed High Country4x4 SRW	6.6L V8 Gas	20”	11,350 lbs	4,068 lbs	14,500 lbs	16,230 lbs
Long Bed 2WD SRW	6.6L V8 Gas	18”/20”	11,150 lbs	4,333 lbs	14,500 lbs	16,700 lbs
Long Bed4x4 SRW	6.6L V8 Gas	18”/20”	11,500 lbs	4,398 lbs	14,500 lbs	16,410 lbs
Long BedHigh Country4x4 SRW	6.6L V8 Gas	20”	11,500 lbs	4,093 lbs	14,500 lbs	16,110 lbs
Long Bed 2WD DRW	6.6L V8 Gas	17”	14,000 lbs	6,894 lbs	16,300 lbs	16,200 lbs
Long Bed4x4 DRW	6.6L V8 Gas	17”	14,000 lbs	5,610 lbs	16,240 lbs	16,120 lbs
Long BedHigh Country4x4 DRW	6.6L V8 Gas	17”	14,000 lbs	6,390 lbs	16,020 lbs	15,900 lbs
Standard Bed2WD SRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	18”/20”	11,750 lbs	4,135 lbs	20,000 lbs	21,500 lbs
Standard Bed4x4 SRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	18”/20”	12,100 lbs	4,185 lbs	20,000 lbs	21,300 lbs
Standard Bed High Country4x4 SRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	20”	12,100 lbs	3,915 lbs	20,000 lbs	21,030 lbs
Long Bed 2WD SRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	18”/20”	11,900 lbs	4,013 lbs	20,000 lbs	21,330 lbs
Long Bed4x4 SRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	18”/20”	12,250 lbs	4,078 lbs	20,000 lbs	21,040 lbs
Long BedHigh Country4x4 SRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	20”	12,250 lbs	3,947 lbs	20,000 lbs	20, 910 lbs
Long Bed 2WD DRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	17”	14,000 lbs	5,892 lbs	20,000 lbs	31,400 lbs
Long Bed4x4 DRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	17”	14,000 lbs	5,662 lbs	20,000 lbs	31,180 lbs
Long BedHigh Country4x4 DRW	Duramax 6.6L V8	17”	14,000 lbs	5,488 lbs	20,000 lbs	31,000 lbs

Important Points Based on the above towing charts.

• The Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) takes into account the weight of the vehicle, passengers, cargo, and equipment.
• The maximum payload ratings are provided for comparison purposes only. It is important to carefully review the Vehicle Loading section of the Owner’s Manual and check the label on the inside of the driver door jamb for the carrying capacity of your specific vehicle before purchasing it or using it to transport people or cargo.
• The maximum trailering ratings are provided for comparison purposes only. Before purchasing a vehicle or using it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary, and the weight of passengers, cargo, and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.
• To achieve a maximum towing capacity of 36,000 lbs, a Chevy Silverado 3500 HD WT model with the available Max Trailering Package is required.

Chevy Silverado 3500 HD Towing Package

The 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD is equipped with various advanced towing accessories that are essential for pulling a heavy load with ease.

The following tool kits are available for the Silverado HD Powerful Pickup truck.

• A Standard Trailer Package is equipped that includes a trailer hitch with a 2.5-inch receiver, a 2-inch insert, a 7-pin wiring connector, and hitch guidance.
• All Silverado HD models are featured with Vertical Trailering Mirrors.
• StabiliTrak with Electronic Trailer Sway Control and Hill Start Assist, Tow/Haul mode, and Auto Grade Braking are the additional standard features.
• Silverado HD models are built with optimized cargo bed rail height that allows clearance for fifth-wheel, and gooseneck trailers.
• Access to the front of the bed is easy even with a 5th-wheel or gooseneck trailer hitched. Thanks to the Integrated BedSteps.
• Industry-first Trailering information is labeled on the driver-side door jamb that contains vehicle-specific information along with towing capabilities.
• Customized Trailer Profiles, Pre-Departure Checklists, Trailer Lighting Diagnostics, and a Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring System module is available with the Advanced Trailering System. You can create and sync trailer profiles with the myChevrolet Mobile App.
• Trailer Theft Alert, Electric Parking Brake hookup assist, and Brake Gain Memory on the integrated trailer brake controller are the additional available towing features.

Camera Technologies for the Silverado 3500 HD

The latest Chevy Silverado HD pickups are equipped with advanced camera technologies to assist you in towing with confidence. It offers 8 available cameras with which 15 unique views can be generated. The towing job becomes easier whether you are hitching, driving, or parking.

The available camera technologies for the Chevy Silverado HD are:

Four available hitch views 

• Hitch View 
• Surround View 
• Rear Top-Down View 
• Bed View

Six available driving views

• Transparent Trailer View
• Front Camera View 
• Pic-In-Pic Side View 
• Rear Camera Mirror 
• Rear Trailer View
• Inside Trailer View

Five available parking views

• Rear Camera View 
• Rear Side View/Rear Side View (Turn Signal Activated) 
• Bowl View 
• Front Side View 
• Front Top-Down View

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2023 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD Towing Capacity

Conclusion on 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD Towing Capacity

We explored the Towing capacity of the Chevy Silverado HD Pickup truck. The maximum rated towing capacity is 36,000 lbs however, it is only achieved with Silverado 3500 HD when equipped with a Duramax 6.6L V8 Diesel engine, and max trailer tow package.

The towing capacity includes the weight of the vehicle, cargo, and towing equipment. The statistics we discussed above are for comparison purposes only as the actual performance may vary depending on the driving conditions, vehicle configuration, and customizations.

Chevy Silverado HD customers are recommended to carefully review the Owner’s Manual before using the vehicle for towing purposes.

Let’s conclude with some important towing tips.

• Ensure Proper Weight Distribution: Make sure the weight of your load is evenly distributed and within the towing capacity of your truck. Overloading your vehicle can cause damage to the transmission, brakes, and suspension.
• Use Proper Equipment: Make sure to use the right hitch, trailer ball, and safety chains to create a secure connection between your truck and the trailer. Always check that all equipment is properly installed and functioning before towing.
• Check Trailer Brakes: If your trailer has electric brakes, make sure they are working correctly before hitting the road.
• Use Extended Side-View Mirrors: The Silverado 3500 HD is a large truck, so be sure to use extended side-view mirrors to improve your visibility around the trailer.
• Slow Down and Maintain Safe Speeds: Always drive at a safe and controlled speed while towing. Keep in mind that your vehicle’s handling and stopping distance will be different while towing, so give yourself extra time to react to traffic situations.
• Be Aware of Height and Length Restrictions: Towing a trailer can make your vehicle taller and longer, so be aware of height and length restrictions on roads, bridges, and parking garages.
• Maintain Your Vehicle: Regular maintenance of your Silverado 3500 HD will help ensure that it is operating at peak performance, especially when towing heavy loads. Check brakes, tires, and fluids before each trip.
• Plan Your Route: Plan your route in advance and be aware of potential hazards such as steep hills, winding roads, and narrow bridges. Avoid overloading your trailer, and do not exceed the maximum towing capacity of your Silverado 3500 HD.