Determining Max Tow Capacity Of Your Truck
Updated 07/01/2021 | Published 06/29/2021
Question:
Can you tell me if a Silverado 1500 Trail boss v8 5.3 10 speed can pull a 5th wheel with hitch and if so what is maximum weight we can go on the unit without hitch included in weight
asked by: Kristina M
Expert Reply:
To find your truck's towing capacity, subtract your truck's curb weight from its Gross Combined Vehicle Weight Rating (GCVWR). The GCVWR is the maximum weight of your loaded truck and the weight of its attached trailer. You can actually find the towing capacity of your Silverado on the sticker located in your door jamb or on the door on the driver side.
Without knowing the year of your Silverado I can't give you any definitive numbers but you'll be able to tow a 5th wheel trailer. I can help you find a hitch as well if you provide the year, bed length, and whether or not you have an OEM puck system in your bed.
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Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Square Tube Slider - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 15 - 18 Inch Tall
- 10 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- Reese
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