Hitch Recommendations for a 2003 Chevy Silverado
Published 08/28/2014
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Question:
Does it make a difference which hitch is used with a 2003 Chevy Silverado 2500HD extended w/short box and diesel?
asked by: Dave S
Expert Reply:
The biggest difference will be capacity. The Curt Hitch part # C15302 that you referenced is on the high end of the capacity spectrum. It's a Class V hitch that has the following capacities:
Maximum gross trailer weight: 16,000 lbs Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution: 17,000 lbs
Maximum tongue weight: 2,400 lbs Maximum TW when used with weight distribution: 2,400 lbs
On the opposite end of the capacity spectrum is the Curt Hitch part # 13208 which has the following capacities:
Maximum gross trailer weight: 8,000 lbs Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution: 12,000 lbs
Maximum tongue weight: 800 lbs Maximum TW when used with weight distribution: 1,200 lbs
I attached a link to a page that has all of the hitches we offer for your vehicle.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class V
- 2400 lbs TW
- 16000 lbs GTW
- 17000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 2400 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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