The new generation Chevrolet Silverado heavy duty pickup truck is significantly improved than the last models, and it’s not just about the looks and engines.
It also beats the competition where it matters the most, in terms of payload and towing capability.
Chevy engineers extensively tested the Silverado and managed to achieve 21,700 pounds of towing, and 6,635 pounds of payload. Based on these ratings, the Silverado HD will offer heavy-duty truck buyers the most power and most capability available in the segment.
2011 Silverado HD 2010 Ram HD 2011 Ford F-350 Max. Horsepower 397 hp. 350 hp. 390 hp. Max. Torque 765 lb-ft 650 lb-ft 735 lb-ft Max. Conventional towing 17,000 lbs. 12,000 lbs. 16,000 lbs. Max. Fifth-wheel towing 21,700 lbs. 18,500 lbs. 21,600 lbs. Max GCWR 29,200 lbs. 25,400 lbs. 29,100 lbs. -------- ----------- ----------- ----------- Max. Payload capacity 6,635 lbs. 5,130 lbs. 6,520 lbs.
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