Can a 2500HD pull a fifth-wheel?
Can a 2500HD pull a fifth-wheel?
A fifth wheel is hitched directly to the bed of the truck between the cab and the rear axle….
| Truck | Chevy Silverado 2500HD |
|---|---|
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | 9,500 lbs |
| Curb Weight | 6,600 lbs |
| Maximum Payload | 2,900 lbs |
| Towing Capacity | 14,500 lbs |
How big is a Silverado 5th Wheel tow?
Visit our comparison tow rating charts for half-ton, three-quarter and one ton trucks. “I have a 41 foot 5th wheel being pulled with a three-quarter-ton diesel and have no problems so far.
How big can A 2500HD 6.0 trailer pull?
We use the semi’s with the liners most of the time but we do have a 20 ft Wilson goose neck that we’ve been pulling with our 2002, 1500HD 6 litre. Do’nt now what the trailer weighs but usually haul 7 or 8 1500 hundred lb cows up and down the hills on our gravel roads. That would be 10 to 12 thousand lb’s plus the trailer and it handles it fine.
Do you need a 5th wheel hitch on a Chevy Silverado?
Since you have a short bed you will need a sliding 5th wheel hitch. With out one you can steer your fifth wheel nose into the back window of your cab. I have a CURT A-16 on a slider. It has a 16,000 lb. capacity. There is a kit that you can get that bolts directly onto the frame of your truck.
Where can I find the towing capacity of a Chevy Colorado?
Use the drop downs to find a particular year, trim or engine. We have provided a link to the source of each rating – typically the owner’s manual. Always consult your owner’s manual for towing instructions.
Visit our comparison tow rating charts for half-ton, three-quarter and one ton trucks. “I have a 41 foot 5th wheel being pulled with a three-quarter-ton diesel and have no problems so far.
How much can A 2500HD 6.0 pull?
Thanks!! Edit: The ’08 2500HD with the 6.0L and 4.10’s is listed at 12,300 lbs towing capacity. Location:Uniontown, PA. Mine with the 3.73’s is rated for 9,900lbs. It pulls my 8,500 lb fifth wheel ok but it definetly works the engine hard (RPMS) I’m sure 4.10’s would make it better.
Since you have a short bed you will need a sliding 5th wheel hitch. With out one you can steer your fifth wheel nose into the back window of your cab. I have a CURT A-16 on a slider. It has a 16,000 lb. capacity. There is a kit that you can get that bolts directly onto the frame of your truck.
How big of a 5th wheel can I pull?
If you have the Duramax / Allison combination, you have the capability of towing 13,000 lb. off of the factory installed Class V trailer hitch. It can handle a 5,000 lb. tongue weight. If you are planning on pulling a 5th wheel, good news!
