Chevy is the carmaker people count on when they need a work truck. Their pickups are some of the best in the business, especially regarding towing. The Chevy Silverado 1500, for example, has outstanding ability, and it can be even better with a special towing package, which is available at a truck dealer near me.
Max Trailering Package Details
While simple, the Max Trailering Package is doing some heavy lifting (or towing, as the case may be).
- Heavy-duty rear springs and shocks to handle higher loads
- An integrated trailer brake controller for smoother and safer stops
- A larger radiator for improved engine cooling
- A 220-amp alternator to handle the strain of towing
- Upgrades to the differential and suspension for improved handling
- A heavy-duty rear axle
- A wiring harness, hitch, and other essentials
This is fine for most applications, but you should ask your Chevy dealer about other available upgrades, like the in-vehicle app and custom trailer profiles available through the optional Advanced Trailering System, if your job or hobbies rely heavily on towing.
Power and Towing Capabilities
Of course, a tow package is only as useful as the vehicle it’s connected to. With that in mind, let’s consider what it can do coupled with the Chevy Silverado 1500.
This Chevy truck’s base engine is a turbocharged 2.7-liter, four-cylinder engine that generates 310 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque. Still, you can upgrade to one of three other engines ranging in output from 277 to 460 horsepower and 383 to 460 lb-ft of torque.
What can you do with all that power? Any truck requires a particular configuration to max out its towing and payload capabilities, and in this case, you’ll need to opt for the double cab, the diesel or 6.2-liter V8 engines, and the Max Trailering Package. In return, you can tow up to 13,300 lb or haul up to 2,300 lb.
If you’d like more details about Chevy trucks and what they can do, contact Phelps Chevrolet in Greenville. And if there’s one particular model you have your eye on, you can contact us to schedule a test drive.
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