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id: what-are-the-towing-and-payload-capacities-of-the-2026-silverado-1500
title: "What are the towing and payload capacities of the 2026 Silverado 1500?"
category: faq
subtopic: silverado-towing
page_type: faq
source_url: "https://www.markquartmotors.com/new-inventory/chevrolet/silverado-1500.htm"
tags: ["towing", "payload", "capacity", "silverado-1500"]
questions:
  - "How much can the Silverado 1500 tow?"
  - "What's the max payload of the Silverado 1500?"
  - "Which trim offers the best towing capacity?"
related: [silverado-engines, silverado-trims]
dealer: Markquart Motors
---

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is engineered to tackle serious work. When properly equipped, it delivers up to 13,300 lbs of max available trailering capacity and up to 2,260 lbs of max available payload-giving you the power to handle your biggest hauls.

The Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel is available with the max 13,300-lb towing capability. To help make towing easier, Silverado includes an in-vehicle Trailering App with custom trailer profiles and guided checklists, plus available HD camera systems with up to 14 views. Super Cruise with trailering is available on High Country models for added confidence on long drives.

Contact Markquart Motors at (715) 833-0444 to learn which configuration and trim best fits your towing needs.