Recommendation on a Trailer Hitch for a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado Pickup

Updated 02/06/2017 | Published 02/03/2017

Products Featured in This Question

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"

(360)

$253.60

T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

(465)

$31.67

Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"

(11)

$214.45

Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"

(117)

$207.86

etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs

(1375)

$86.63

Question:

need a hitch for a 2016 chevy 1/2 ton truck.

asked by: David

Expert Reply:

For your 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, I have few hitches for you to review that will fit your vehicle.

I recommend the Curt Class IV Hitch, # C14006. The Curt hitch is a custom-fit hitch that will mount to the frame of you truck without any additional drilling to the truck's frame. The hitch has the 2 inch receiver opening which will allow you to choose from a larger variety of hitch accessories, like bike racks or cargo carriers. This hitch has a 1000 lbs tongue weight and 10000 lbs towing rating and 1200 lbs tongue weight and 12,000 lbs towing when used with weight distribution.

We also carry the Draw-Tite Class III Max Frame Hitches, # 76016 and # 75866. These hitches have a tongue weight rating of 900 lbs and a towing capacity of 6000 lbs. Like the Curt hitch, the Draw-Tite hitches are custom-fit and will mount to existing holes in your Chevy's frame. The two main differences between both Draw-Tite hitches is that #75866 has a round tube construction and
a higher weight capacity when using weight distribution. The Draw-Tite hitches are more cost efficient than the Curt hitch, but the Curt hitch has a higher standard weight capacity.

I also recommend a ball mount kit # 989900 and a wiring harness, if your vehicle does not already have one, # 118384.

I have linked an article with tips for installing hitches and two installation videos for both the Curt and Draw-Tite hitches for you to review.