How Much Can a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4x4 Short Bed Tow

Question:

Hello, we have a 2015 Chevy Silverado Z41 short box , 4 wheel drive vehicle with tow package. We need to know if this vehicle will tow a travel trailer Unloaded weight 9750, dry hitch weight 1395. GVW 11750, cargo carry capacity 1920. We are looking at purchasing and Jayco Eagle model 330RSTS 2019.

asked by: Robert C

Helpful Expert Reply:

The towing capacity of your 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 can be as high as 11,900 lbs but this would depend on what cab type, engine size, and axle ratio that you have. If you can provide me with these additional bits of info then I can give you an exact yes or no answer. Otherwise, you can look at your owner's manual starting on page 9-78.

If it turns out that you are equipped to tow the 2019 Jayco Eagle 330RSTS then you will be at the very upper end of your towing capacity which means you are going to want some sort of weight distribution system. For this, I recommend the Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System part # C17501 which is rated for up to 1,500 lbs of tongue weight and comes with anti-sway control integration. That said, the tongue weight of your trailer would still likely be too much for a weight distribution system to handle alone so I also recommend using the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System part # TGMRCK15S for additional support.

expert reply by: Conner L