How the 2027 Silverado 1500 Towing Capacity Changed by Engine
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How much can the 2027 Silverado 1500 tow?
The short answer, with the fine print
The 2027 Silverado 1500 tows up to 13,700 pounds in GM’s published launch ratings, but only with the 5.7L V8 and when properly equipped. GM’s Sept. 17, 2026 release rates the other three engines lower: 12,000 (Duramax diesel), 9,700 (6.6L V8) and 9,400 (2.7L TurboMax). Each figure is a maximum that varies by cab, bed, drivetrain, trim and packages.
Which section answers your question
- Cross-shopping 2027 against 2026: start with the matrix.
- Sizing for a specific trailer: read the payload and verification sections.
- Choosing between engines: go to the 5.7L versus 6.6L comparison.
For the full configuration matrix, see Silverado 1500 specs by configuration; for engine-by-engine ratings beyond this comparison, see Silverado 1500 towing capacity by engine.
📍 Check your own vehicle first: Ratings vary by build date, package and market. Before relying on this page, confirm against the Trailering Information Label on the driver-side door jamb (Chevrolet’s 2026 guide places it there; confirm on a 2027 build) and the owner’s manual. If your truck disagrees with this page, your truck is right.
2027 vs 2026 Silverado 1500 max towing by engine
GM changed the maximum tow rating of every 2027 Silverado 1500 engine, and only the 5.7L V8 went up.
| Engine | 2026 max (Applies To) | 2027 max | Change | 2027 includes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L TurboMax | 9,500, Regular Cab Long Bed 2WD | 9,400 | −100 | |
| 5.3L → 5.7L V8 | 11,300, Double Cab Standard Bed or Crew Cab Short Bed, 2WD, Max Trailering | 13,700 | +2,400 | Max Trailering (see below) |
| 6.2L → 6.6L V8 | 13,200, Crew Cab 4×4, Max Trailering, 20-inch wheels | 9,700 | −3,500 | No package reported |
| 3.0L Duramax | 13,300, Double Cab Standard Bed 2WD, Max Trailering, 20-inch wheels | 12,000 | −1,300 |
Sources: 2027 figures from GM’s Sept. 17, 2026 release (launch ratings, Silverado 1500). 2026 figures from Chevrolet’s 2026 Trailering Guide, conventional towing. Chevrolet’s separate Max Trailering chart appears to list 11,400 for the Double Cab Standard Bed 2WD 5.3L build, which would make the 5.7L gain 2,300.
📐 On the Spec Sheet: GM’s Sept. 17, 2026 table lists 13,700 pounds for the 5.7L V8 and 9,700 for the 6.6L V8 in the Silverado 1500, footnoted as varying by vehicle configuration, trim and available packages.
Gas engines: TurboMax, 5.7L and 6.6L
The 5.7L V8 replaces the 5.3L and gains about 2,300 to 2,400 pounds. The 6.6L V8 replaces the 6.2L and loses 3,500, landing above only the 2.7L. The Enhanced TurboMax is essentially flat, at 100 pounds lower.
The Duramax diesel
The 3.0L Duramax keeps its 305 horsepower and 495 lb-ft but drops 1,300 pounds, from 13,300 to 12,000. The sources checked do not say which cab, bed and drivetrain earn the 12,000 figure.
Why the 5.7L V8 out-tows the 6.6L
Engine size no longer predicts the tow rating on the 2027 Silverado 1500.
What the 13,700-lb rating requires
GM ties the 13,700-pound maximum to the 5.7L V8 in a truck that is properly equipped. Dealer pages that cite the launch footnote add a Double Cab (2WD or 4WD, standard bed) or a 2WD Crew Cab short bed, plus the Max Trailering Package.
Where the 6.6L lands
The 6.6L V8 is rated 9,700 pounds, with a 1,510-pound payload maximum, the lowest of the four engines. The sources checked do not explain the gap, so treat it as a specification fact, not a diagnosis.
Cross-shopping other half-tons? Our F-150 vs Silverado vs Ram towing comparison covers the competition.
🚫 Fits But Shouldn’t: A 2027 truck with the 6.6L V8 can hitch the trailer a 2026 6.2L V8 truck pulled, but the rating no longer matches. Chevrolet’s 2026 guide lists 13,200 pounds for the 6.2L in a Crew Cab 4×4 with Max Trailering and 20-inch wheels; GM rates the 6.6L at 9,700.
2026 Silverado 1500 towing without Max Trailering
A headline tow rating is the top step of a ladder, and Chevrolet’s 2026 Trailering Guide shows the steps.
| Build (Applies To) | No package | Max Trailering | Max Trailering + 20-inch wheels |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duramax, Double Cab Standard Bed 2WD | 9,300 | 12,100 | 13,300 |
| 6.2L V8, Crew Cab Short Bed 4×4 | 9,100 | 11,900 (18-inch) | 13,200 |
Source: Chevrolet 2026 Trailering Guide, conventional towing, 2026 model year. GCWR rises from 15,000 to 19,000 (Duramax) or 19,100 (6.2L) across the ladder.
The 2026 ladder for the 6.2L and Duramax
On the same Duramax or 6.2L V8 truck, the rating spans about 4,000 pounds depending on the Max Trailering Package and wheel size. Without the package, Crew Cab and Double Cab builds in Chevrolet’s guide rate roughly 9,000 to 9,700 pounds, except the ZR2 at 8,700 to 8,800.
What this means for the 2027 number
The sources checked include no 2027 ladder, so this shows the pattern, not a forecast. GM’s footnote says the same about 2027: each maximum varies by configuration, trim and available packages.
Which 2027 Silverado 1500 can get Max Trailering?
Availability of the Max Trailering Package decides which rating a truck can reach, so check it before you price a build.
Trim and engine requirements
GM-Trucks.com’s September 26 reading of GM’s fleet order guide reports the package on a single Silverado trim, requiring the 5.7L V8 or the Duramax and unavailable with the 6.6L V8.
What changed from 2026
The same source says 2026 buyers could add it on the LT, RST, LTZ or High Country, while the 2027 guide makes the hitch, wiring and integrated trailer brake controller standard on every trim. The guide did not yet include trailering chart pages, so ratings by build remain unconfirmed.
Tow rating vs payload: what each engine trades
A tow rating is one limit; payload is another, and trailer tongue weight uses it up.
2027 payload maximums by engine
GM’s 2027 Silverado 1500 payload maximums are 2,340 pounds for the 2.7L, 2,170 for the 5.7L V8, 1,870 for the Duramax and 1,510 for the 6.6L V8. The engine with the lowest tow rating carries the most, and the 5.7L, with the highest tow rating, sits second.
🔍 What This Spec Means: Chevrolet’s guide calculates the maximum trailer weight rating as GCWR minus the truck’s curb weight, assuming a driver and front passenger at 150 pounds each. Extra passengers, cargo and accessories reduce it.
Why tongue weight matters
Tongue weight rides on the hitch and counts against payload. It must not push the truck past its rear axle or vehicle weight ratings, and every extra passenger or accessory shrinks the room left.
Our F-150 payload vs tongue weight explainer works the same arithmetic on a different truck.
📐 On the Spec Sheet: Chevrolet’s 2026 guide puts conventional tongue weight at 10% to 15% of loaded trailer weight, and 10% at most when towing the maximum trailer weight.
Where to verify towing limits on your truck
Your truck’s own Trailering Information Label overrides every figure on this page.
Labels and documents to check
Chevrolet’s 2026 guide says the driver-side door-jamb label lists GVWR, GCWR, rear axle rating, maximum payload, maximum tongue weight and curb weight. Check the window sticker for the Max Trailering Package, and the owner’s manual’s Trailering section for the rest.
Traps that catch buyers
- A 2026 figure on a 2027 truck: the Duramax fell from 13,300 to 12,000 pounds.
- Assuming the biggest engine tows the most: the 6.6L V8 is rated 9,700, the 5.7L V8 13,700.
- Treating launch ratings as final: GM says more vehicle information will follow.
✅ Do This: Ask the dealer to read GCWR, maximum tongue weight and maximum payload from the Trailering Information Label on the exact truck. Compare each with your trailer’s loaded weight, passengers and cargo before you sign.
2027 Silverado 1500 towing FAQ
1. How much can the 2027 Silverado 1500 tow?
The 2027 Silverado 1500 tows up to 13,700 pounds per GM, only with the 5.7L V8 and properly equipped; other engines rate lower. Confirm on your truck’s Trailering Information Label.
2. Which 2027 Silverado 1500 engine has the highest towing capacity?
2027 Silverado 1500 towing capacity is highest with the 5.7L V8 at 13,700 pounds; Duramax 12,000, 6.6L V8 9,700, 2.7L 9,400. Confirm on your label.
3. Does the 6.6L V8 tow less than the 5.7L?
Yes. GM rates the 6.6L V8 towing capacity at 9,700 pounds, against 13,700 for the 5.7L V8. Confirm on your label.
4. Did the 2027 Silverado 1500 towing capacity go down from 2026?
2027 Silverado 1500 towing capacity changed by engine: 5.7L up about 2,300–2,400 pounds; Duramax down 1,300; 6.6L down 3,500; 2.7L down 100. Compare builds on your label.
5. What is the 2027 Silverado 1500 Duramax towing capacity?
GM rates the 2027 Silverado 1500 Duramax towing capacity at 12,000 pounds, down from 13,300 in the 2026 maximum. Confirm on your label.
6. What is the maximum 2026 Silverado 1500 towing capacity?
The 2026 Silverado 1500 towing capacity maxes at 13,300 pounds: Duramax, Double Cab Standard Bed 2WD, Max Trailering and 20-inch wheels. Confirm on the door-jamb label.
7. Is the Max Trailering Package on every 2027 Silverado 1500?
No. One order-guide reading reports it on a single Silverado trim, with the 5.7L V8 or Duramax. Check the window sticker before ordering.
8. How much can the 2027 Silverado 1500 2.7L TurboMax tow?
The Enhanced TurboMax 2027 Silverado 1500 towing capacity is 9,400 pounds, with a 2,340-pound payload maximum. Confirm both on your label.
9. Are the 2027 Silverado 1500 towing ratings final?
They are GM’s Sept. 17, 2026 launch ratings; GM says more vehicle information will follow, so treat 2027 towing figures as preliminary. Recheck your label at delivery.
10. Where do I find my Silverado 1500 towing capacity?
Your Silverado 1500 towing capacity is on the driver-side door-jamb Trailering Information Label; Chevrolet’s 2026 guide lists GCWR and maximum tongue weight there.
Next step before you order
The 13,700-pound figure belongs to one engine and one kind of build, and the 2027 ratings are launch numbers. Compare your trailer’s loaded weight with the limits on the exact truck’s label, not the headline.
