2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Towing Capacity

Max towing13,300lbs

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 can tow 9,500 to 13,300 lbs when properly equipped. Payload is up to 2,380 lbs.

Last year of this generation (an all-new Silverado 1500 arrives for 2027); the 13,300-lb top rating needs the Duramax, Max Trailering Package and 20-inch wheels.

Towing capacity by configuration

ConfigurationMax towingPayloadWhat you need to know
2.7L TurboMax I49,500 lbsUp to 2,260 lbsBest case per GM Fleet comparison sheet
5.3L V811,300 lbsUp to 2,380 lbsPayload figure is a WT 2WD Regular Cab Long Box; 11,300-lb tow needs Max Trailering Package
6.2L V813,200 lbsSee door stickerShort bed 4x4 with Max Trailering Package and 20-inch wheels
3.0L Duramax turbo-diesel I613,300 lbsSee door stickerDouble Cab Standard Bed 2WD with Max Trailering Package and 20-inch wheels

Can the 2026 Silverado 1500 tow your trailer?

1 Your vehicle
2 What you want to tow

3 Add your payload (optional, more accurate)

Look for the yellow Tire and Loading Information sticker on the driver's door jamb. It says "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed" a number. That number is your payload.

What can the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 tow?

Checked against the best-case rating of 13,300 lbs and typical loaded weights. Your configuration may be rated lower, so check it in the table above.

TrailerTypical loaded weightCan it tow it?
Jet ski on a single trailer1,250 lbsYes 9% of rating
Two jet skis on a double trailer2,450 lbsYes 18% of rating
16 to 18 ft aluminum fishing boat2,900 lbsYes 22% of rating
18 to 20 ft bass boat4,100 lbsYes 31% of rating
20 ft pontoon boat4,100 lbsYes 31% of rating
22 to 24 ft pontoon boat (two tubes)4,400 lbsYes 33% of rating
22 to 24 ft tritoon (three tubes)5,800 lbsYes 44% of rating
20 to 22 ft bowrider or deck boat4,300 lbsYes 32% of rating
24 to 26 ft wake boat8,000 lbsYes 60% of rating
Teardrop camper2,000 lbsYes 15% of rating
Pop-up camper2,500 lbsYes 19% of rating
Small travel trailer (under 20 ft)4,000 lbsYes 30% of rating
20 to 25 ft travel trailer5,800 lbsYes 44% of rating
26 to 30 ft travel trailer7,400 lbsYes 56% of rating
Travel trailer over 30 ft9,000 lbsYes 68% of rating
Airstream, 25 to 27 ft6,900 lbsYes 52% of rating
Small fifth wheel (26 to 30 ft)9,200 lbsYes 69% of rating
Large fifth wheel (35 to 43 ft)16,000 lbsNo 120% of rating
Loaded 5x8 enclosed cargo trailer2,200 lbsYes 17% of rating
Loaded 6x12 enclosed cargo trailer3,600 lbsYes 27% of rating
Utility trailer with a riding mower or ATV1,700 lbsYes 13% of rating
Car hauler with a mid-size car5,700 lbsYes 43% of rating
Two-horse trailer with two horses5,900 lbsYes 44% of rating

Common questions

What is the towing capacity of the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is rated to tow 9,500 to 13,300 lbs, depending on configuration. Last year of this generation (an all-new Silverado 1500 arrives for 2027); the 13,300-lb top rating needs the Duramax, Max Trailering Package and 20-inch wheels.

How much payload does the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have?

Up to 2,380 lbs, depending on configuration. Trailer tongue weight counts against payload, along with passengers and cargo.

Can the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 tow a 20 to 25 ft travel trailer?

Yes, with room to spare. 5,800 lbs is 44% of the 13,300 lb rating, under the 80% comfort line of 10,640 lbs. Typical loaded weight is about 5,800 lbs, but yours may differ.

Can the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 tow a 20 ft pontoon boat?

Yes, with room to spare. 4,100 lbs is 31% of the 13,300 lb rating, under the 80% comfort line of 10,640 lbs. Typical loaded weight is about 4,100 lbs, but yours may differ.

How does the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 compare to the 2025?

Both years have the same maximum rating of 13,300 lbs.

Sources

Last verified October 31, 2026. We haven't yet confirmed this year line by line against the manufacturer's own document, so double-check it in your owner's manual. See a wrong number? Tell us.

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