Trailer Life Tow Guide 2020 - Good Sam

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2020 TOW GUIDE - Cover.indd 11/12/19 11:11 AM - 1 -(Cyan)(Magenta)(Yellow)(BlacK)TOW RATINGS FOR MORE THAN 1,000 NEW VEHICLESA SUPPLEMENT TOPerfectMatchPairing Trailers and Fifth-Wheels with the Right Tow VehiclesTowLikeaProBest Practices for Towing SafelySPONSORED BY

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RTS 2020 TOW GUIDE - Contents.indd 11/12/19 1:02 PM - 3 -(Cyan)(Magenta)(Yellow)(BlacK)CONTENTS5 Perfect MatchPractical tips for choosing the right tow vehicle and trailer for safe andenjoyable towing experiences12 How to Use This Guide13 2020 Tow RatingsTrailer Life’s 27th-annual towing guide consolidates manufacturer-assignedweight limits in a single resource26 Trailer Hitching and Towing BasicsUnderstanding towing equipment and features, as well as practicingproven driving techniques, leads to stress-free travels30 Fifth-Wheel Hitching and Towing BasicsFifth-wheel trailers hitch up and handle differently than travel trailers.Here’s what to know before you towCOVER AND CONTENTS PHOTOS: SHAWN SPENCEADVERTISINGVice President National SalesTerry Thompson, terry.thompson@goodsam.comEDITORIALPublisher Ann EmersonEditor Valerie LawManaging Editor Donya CarlsonTechnical Editor Chris DoughertyContributing Editor Chris HemerConsulting Editor Jeff JohnstonProduction Director Bob DawsonProduction Manager Kath CunninghamMarketing Manager Lorisa PiersonPublisher Emeritus Bob LivingstonCREATIVEArt Director Rick DamienPhotographer Shawn SpenceAdvertising ManagerKatey Purgatorio, katey.purgatorio@goodsam.comAdvertising RepresentativesLou Cicirelli, lou.cicirelli@goodsam.comScott Oakes, scott.oakes@goodsam.comSue Seidlitz, sue.seidlitz@goodsam.comKim Whitaker, kim.whitaker@goodsam.comTRAILER LIFE2750 Park View Court, Suite 240Oxnard, California 93036805-667-4100, info-tl@goodsam.comwww.trailerlife.com, youtube.com/trailerlifediytvSPONSORSB&W Trailer Hitcheswww.bwtrailerhitches.comBlue .geico.comProgress Manufacturingwww.progressmfg.comRedarc Electronicswww.redarcelectronics.com 2020 Good Sam Enterprises, LLC.Trailer Life is a registered trademarkof Good Sam Enterprises, LLC.Unauthorized use of any of Good Sam’strademarks is expressly prohibited.TRAILER LIFE 2020 TOWING GUIDE 3

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RTS 2020 TOW GUIDE - Matching Trailer and Tow Vehicle.indd 11/12/19 11:13 AM - 5 -(Cyan)(Magenta)(Yellow)(BlacK)TOWING 2020PHOTOS: SHAWN SPENCE, BRUCE W. SMITH, MANUFACTURERSPerfect MatchHow to choosethe right towvehicle andtrailer for safeand enjoyabletowingexperiencesWhether you’reentering the RV life-style or are a seasonedveteran, choosing a new — ornew to you — trailer and tow vehicle can be a challenge. Thereare so many choices out there intravel trailers and fifth-wheels,and in tow vehicles ranging fromsmall SUVs that can tow 3,500pounds to diesel-powered heavyduty trucks that can pull literally10 times that. So what’s the bestway to pair the right truck andtrailer for your needs?That depends on multiple factors. RVers shopping for a trailercan be broken down into threebasic categories: Those who havea tow vehicle but not a trailer,those who are interested in orown a trailer and are looking forthe right vehicle to tow it with, andthose who don’t have a tow vehicle or a trailer yet. Let’s breakthose down.You Have a Tow VehicleIf you already own a vehicle that’ssuitable for towing, the odds areTRAILER LIFE 2020 TOWING GUIDE 5

RTS 2020 TOW GUIDE - Matching Trailer and Tow Vehicle.indd 11/12/19 11:14 AM - 6 -(Cyan)(Magenta)(Yellow)(BlacK)TOWING 2020you’d like to match it with a trailer rather thanchoosing an all-new tow vehicle. If that’s thecase, the first step is to determine the vehicle’stow rating, based on equipment and options. Ifyou bought the vehicle new, you probably knowhow it is equipped; if not, or you bought the vehicle used, your local dealer should be able to helpdetermine its tow rating based on the vehicleidentification number (VIN).You may also be able to enter the VIN number in an online search and find out how it isequipped. Owner’s manuals are also availablefor free online, and older vehicle tow ratings canbe researched by visiting the Trailer Life website, www.trailerlife.com, and downloading afree copy of the annual Guide to Towing for yourvehicle’s model year.These guides break down each vehicle by allthe equipment that affects a tow rating so youcan find the exact rating for any given vehicle. Anowner’s manual will not always contain this kindof specific detail, although it may list the maximum tow rating available for the vehicle.Once you’ve established the tow rating, youcan begin shopping for a trailer. Whether you’relooking at travel trailers or fifth-wheels, themost important consideration is how much itweighs. All trailers should have labels that display the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) andthe cargo carrying capacity (CCC). Since it’s highlyunlikely that you’ll be able to weigh the trailerbefore purchase, your best bet is to use the la-bels, and especially the yellow CCC label as yourguide. If the trailer’s GVWR is within the vehicle’smaximum tow rating, you can be confident thatyou’ll be in compliance as long as you don’toverload the trailer. Remember that fuel weightis included in the CCC calculation, but water (inthe freshwater tank and the water heater) isconsidered cargo. The label should tell you theweight of the water the unit can carry, but if not,simply add the capacity of the freshwater tankand water heater, and multiply the sum by 8.33(pounds per gallon).The other consideration is the tow vehicle’spayload rating (GVWR minus vehicle curb weight),which is the maximum allowable weight for bothcargo and passengers. The payload capacity ofthe vehicle can be found on the Tire and LoadingInformation decal inside the doorjamb or edgeof the driver’s door, or in the vehicle owner’smanual. The owner’s manual may not havespecifics for each vehicle configuration, so it’salways best to take the tow vehicle to a publicscale to learn its true weight.Consider that a travel trailer places around10 percent of its weight on the vehicle’s hitch,while a fifth-wheel will put around 20 percentof its weight in the bed of the truck (pin weight).Calculate that figure (based on potential loading, water-tank size/placement, LP-gas andbattery weights), including passengers andtypical cargo, and make sure the payloadrating isn’t exceeded.WHETHER YOU’RE LOOKING AT TRAVEL TRAILERS OR FIFTH-WHEELS, THE M6 TRAILER LIFE 2020 TOWING GUIDE

RTS 2020 TOW GUIDE - Matching Trailer and Tow Vehicle.indd 11/12/19 11:14 AM - 7 -(Cyan)(Magenta)(Yellow)(BlacK)TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATIONSEATING CAPACITYPayload capacitycan be found on theTire and LoadingInformation labelon the driver’sdoorjamb.TOTAL: 5The combined weight of occupantsand cargo should never exceedTIRESIZEFRONT: 2: 385 kg or 850 lbs.COLD TIRE PRESSUREFRONT235/45R18 94V235 KPA, 34 PSIREAR235/45R18 94V235 KPA, 34 PSISPARENONENONEThe gross axle weight rating (GAWR), the maximum weight the axle is designed to carry, mustalso be considered when matching a tow vehicleto the trailer. Keeping tabs on the rear-axleweight and payload is important, and adding a lotof heavy cargo in the back of the tow vehicle cancreate rear-axle overloading. A couple of motorcycles, tools and a generator, in addition to thetrailer’s hitch weight and passengers, could putthe truck in an overweight condition.With a fifth-wheel, GAWR and payload ratingsare a greater concern, especially with largerfifth-wheels, simply because more weight isshouldered by the truck. When towing a traveltrailer, hitch weight can be effectively reducedwith the use of a weight-distributing hitch. If thetrailer you’re considering won’t violate the towREAR: 3SEE OWNER’SMANUAL FORADDITIONALINFORMATIONrating, payload, GAWR or GVWR of the tow vehicle,you’re good to go.You’ve Found Your Dream TrailerOh, how we can get carried away walkingthrough the rows of gleaming trailers at a dealer’s lot or an RV show! You went in thinking of asimple travel trailer, and before you knew it, youwere standing before a 35-foot fifth-wheel withthree slideouts and full-body paint, ready to signsome paperwork. Hold on just a second. Asidefrom considering your budget (and your marriage), it’s important to think about what kindof vehicle you’ll need to tow that dream RV.Purchasing the trailer first gives you thefreedom to get everything you want without worrying about how much it weighs — for the mostHEELS, THE MOST IMPORTANT CONSIDERATION IS HOW MUCH IT WEIGHS.TRAILER LIFE 2020 TOWING GUIDE 7

RTS 2020 TOW GUIDE - Matching Trailer and Tow VehicleRev.indd 12/3/19 10:26 AM - 8 -(Cyan)(Magenta)(Yellow)(BlacK)TOWING 2020SINGLE OR DUALREAR WHEELS?A dually used to be the obvious choice if you plannedto tow a large fifth-wheel. But now that single-rearwheel (SRW) three-quarter and one-ton trucks cantow well over 20,000 pounds, do you really need one?As long as the SRW truck in question hasadequate capacity to tow the trailer, then technically, no. However, there’s more to consider than justthe tow rating. A dually’s extra set of rear wheelsgives the truck substantially higher payload and axlecapacity, keeps the truck more stable in sidewindsor when being passed by semitrucks, and providesa better safety margin in the event of a rear-tireblowout. A dually pickup is usually required if you’llbe buying a large slide-in truck camper, with itshigher center of gravity, as the rear axle’s widertrack provides more side-to-side roll resistance andstability. Choosing a dual-rear-wheel (DRW) optiondoesn’t add much to the price tag, but it can impactinsurance rates and license fees.On the other hand, a dually is wider and moredifficult to park (especially in the city), takes upmore room in the driveway or garage, and requiresextra caution when rounding tight corners toprevent damage to the extended rear-fenderdimensions. Because of the additional rollingresistance created by the extra tires, a dually willtypically get poorer mileage when driving solo(differences in towing mileage will generally bemarginal), and that extra rubber will also meanadditional cost when it’s time for new treads. Lastly,vehicle registration and tolls are quite a bit higherwith a dually than an SRW truck.8 TRAILER LIFE 2020 TOWING GUIDEpart. Before you sign on the dotted line,however, it’s important to take into consideration what tow vehicle will be required to pull that new trailer. If you’recomfortable driving a heavy-duty truckor dually as the second family vehicle,and the purchase price and cost of ownership are of no concern, then the sky’sthe limit. Otherwise, think about thekind of tow vehicle you can afford andwould be happy driving before makingyour final decision.That being said, the tow rating of thevehicle you’re considering should be theprimary consideration. If the new trailerhas a GVWR of 20,000 pounds, you’llwant a vehicle that can tow at least thatmuch. Auto dealers are usually moreconcerned with making a sale than anything else, and many salespeople don’tknow much about towing or weight ratings. They may also try to sell you whatthey have on the lot, rather than order avehicle that’s more up to your requiredspecifications, so do your own researchand don’t compromise for the sake ofconvenience.Look no further than the tow ratingsin this very booklet to find out which2020 vehicles can handle the job, andwhen you’re shopping, check out theGVWR, GAWR, gross combined weight rating (or GCWR, the maximum allowableweight of the truck and trailer) and payload of the vehicle you’re consideringto make sure that everything’s up to thetask. Usually, a vehicle that has a sufficient tow rating will also have enoughcapacity in these other areas, but notalways. For example, a half-ton truckmay be rated to tow more than 12,000pounds, but a fifth-wheel weighing thatmuch may exceed the payload and/orrear GAWR.Paying attention to GVWR and payloadratings is especially important if youplan to haul a slide-in truck camper inthe future. Camper manufacturers alsopost weight figures for their products,normally including calculations forthe weight of fresh water and LP-gasand sometimes optional accessories,so you can make an informed decisionabout a suitable matchup. (For more on

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RTS 2020 TOW GUIDE - Matching Trailer and Tow Vehicle.indd 11/12/19 11:14 AM - 10 -(Cyan)(Magenta)(Yellow)(BlacK)TOWING 2020camper-hauling truck selection, see the sidebaron page 8.)Once you’re sure you’ve found a capable towvehicle, take some time to consider the options.Leather and dual-zone climate control are nice,but that’s not what we’re talking about here. Ifa towing package is optional, get it. It’s usuallynot a lot more money, and it includes equipmentthat will make the tow vehicle more capable ofhandling the weight. Towing packages vary, sobe sure to ask what it includes. For example,some packages don’t provide towing mirrors,which makes no sense.Newer tow vehicles, especially with heavyduty designations, often have useful optionsthat make towing easier, including camerapackages, hitch-guidance systems, integratedtow-brake systems and other features. If you’reshopping for a truck that can tow a fifth-wheel,you might consider one that is fifth-wheelprepped with a puck mounting system, whichallows you to easily install and remove the hitchin minutes. Some manufacturers even make thehitch itself available, but we recommend doingsome research and finding the best hitch foryour needs, as a variety of designs and weightratings are available.You Don’t Have aTow Vehicle or Trailer YetUnlike the previous scenarios, the first consideration here should be your budget and how youwant to allocate it. For some buyers, the traileris the priority, and just about anything that cantow it safely will be just fine. For others, the towvehicle will also be a second family vehicle, andthe trailer will be used only a few times a year. Inthe latter case, a buyer might be happy with a nicetow vehicle and a simpler trailer more suitable forshort-term trips.Towing a smaller, lighter travel trailer gives youmore tow-vehicle options, from light pickups to sportySUVs like the new Ford Explorer ST.Which should you choose first? From a practical standpoint , you will probably spend a lotmore time in the tow vehicle than the trailer, andit will be doing all the work, so it makes sense toget what you really want and need. On the otherhand, if you know what you simply must have ina trailer (for example, a toy hauler large enoughfor a side-by-side), buy it first and then choosethe right truck to haul it.Other ConsiderationsIt’s smart to think about how (and where) you planto use your new combo, and how it will be stored.If you’re going to be pulling a toy hauler or traveling during the winter months, a four-wheel-drivevehicle will be a good decision and won’t addmuch to the price tag (though some insurancecompanies will charge a higher premium for afour-wheel-drive, so check with the carrier first).If you want to have the freedom to campanywhere, don’t choose a trailer longer than 20feet or so. Not all campsites, for example, may beable to accommodate longer trailers, which maybe difficult to maneuver on tight access roads.Lastly, think about storage. Will you keep thetrailer at your house? Then don’t even botherlooking at something that won’t fit in your garage, driveway or side yard. If you plan on storingthe trailer off-site, check the rates at local storage facilities and decide whether you want outdoor storage, or if indoor storage is somethingyou prefer and can afford.Going off the grid? A number of tow-vehicle choices can takeyou almost anywhere, among them the all-new Jeep Gladiator.10 TRAILER LIFE 2020 TOWING GUIDE

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2020 TOWING GUIDEHow to Use This GuideChoosing the right vehicle to tow atrailer or haul a truck camper is an important process, but it can be confusing.This guide helps potential buyers determinethe capability of the vehicle they are consideringby listing the factors that influence the towrating, such as the engine and transmissiontype, drive configuration (two-wheel drive,four-wheel drive, all-wheel drive), body andcab configuration, and equipment.Each vehicle model is listed in alphabeticalorder and/or numerical order (where it makessense), followed by the engine configurationand assigned towing weight limit. You’ll notethat many ratings are followed by letters ora combination of letters and numbers thatindicate what equipment is required to achievethat rating (i.e. a specific gear ratio, transmission, towing package, etc). The legend thatprecedes the tow ratings will help you breakdown abbreviations and footnotes.In some instances, the subhead will containtwo different vehicles (for instance, ChevroletSilverado and GMC Sierra, both manufacturedby General Motors), separated by a slash. If the rating foreach is different, the weightswill be separated by a corresponding slash in the TowLimit column. If they’re thesame, only one weight ratingwill be shown.Likewise, some manufacturers separate weights depending on whether the truckin question is towing with aweight-carrying hitch or aweight-distributing hitch,or whether a conventional(travel trailer) or fifth-wheelhitch is being used. In thesecases, the weights for eachcategory will also be separated by a slash in the Tow Limitcolumn if they are different.If they are the same, only oneweight rating will be shown.Some manufacturers are more detailedthan others, which is why we can’t list everyrating for every configuration. For example,a given tow rating may change by 100 poundsor so if a different wheel-and-tire package isselected. In these instances, only the highestrating of a given configuration will be shown.Other manufacturers list only maximum towratings for each model and won’t break downhow ratings will be affected based on vehicleconfiguration or equipment (no matter howmany times or how nicely we ask them).In any case, it’s a good idea to use thisguide to find out what is available, then workwith the dealer to make sure you get the exactmodel you are looking for. Smaller changeslike a more upscale trim level won’t changethe tow rating a great deal, but the final driveratio (aka gear ratio) can have a major impacton the tow rating, as can an available towing orpayload package. Choose wisely, and when indoubt, always go with a higher tow rating thanyou may need — it will make it easier on thevehicle, and your psyche.12 TRAILER LIFE 2020 TOWING GUIDE2020 TOW GUIDE - Tow Ratings.indd 1211/12/19 5:40 PM

2020 TOW GUIDE - Tow Ratings.indd 11/12/19 1:01 PM - 13 -(Cyan)(Magenta)(Yellow)(BlacK)e 2020 TOW RATINGSL E G E N DCONFIGURATIONSAWDAll-Wheel DriveFWDFront-Wheel DriveRWDRear-Wheel DriveCCCrew CabDCDouble CabExtExtended CabQCQuad CabSBShortbed (less than 6 feet)Std Bed Standard Bed (approximately 6 feet)LBLongbed (8 feet)TRANSMISSIONSaAutomatic Transmissiona6Automatic Transmission, 6 Speedsa8Automatic Transmission, 8 Speedsa10Automatic Transmission, 10 speedsmManual INESI-4I-6H-4HEVHOTDTCSCDual Rear WheelsSingle Rear WheelsCargo VanCrew VanPassenger VanRegular WheelbaseShort WheelbaseLong WheelbaseLow RoofMedium RoofHigh RoofFINAL DRIVE .10:1l4.30:1PACKAGESpPayload or Other Package RequiredtTowing Package RequiredOTHERNANot Applicable or Not AvailableForward Slash (/) Either/OrComma (,)More than 1 Footnote AppliesENGINE TOW LIMIT (lbs.)ACURAMDXMDX SH-AWD3.5L V-63.5L V-6e-tronQ5SQ5Q7Q7Q8Electric2.0L I-4 TC3.0L V-6 TC2.0L I-4 TC3.0L V-6 SC3.0L V-6 TC*With dealer-installed Class III hitch2.0L I-4 TC2.0L I-4 TCAllAll3.0L V-6 TC4.4L V-8 TC3.0L V-6 TC4.4L V-8 TC3.0L V-6 TC4.4L V-8 TC3.6L V-63,5005,0004,000 t4,400 t4,400 t4,400 t7,700 t7,700 tBMWX1X2X3X4X5X5X6X6X7X7BUICKEnclave 005,4005,950Inline Four CylinderInline Six CylinderHorizontal Four CylinderHybrid Electric VehicleHigh OutputTurbo DieselTurbochargedSupercharged5,000 tCADILLACEscalade 2WDEscalade AWDEscalade ESV 2WDEscalade ESV AWDXT5 FWD/AWD6.2L V-86.2L V-86.2L V-86.2L V-83.6L V-68,3008,1008,1007,9003,500 tCHEVROLET/GMCCHEVROLET BLAZERBlazer AWD3.6L V-64,500 tCHEVROLET COLORADO/GMC CANYONColorado/Canyon Ext Cab 2WD/4WD 2.5L I-4Colorado/Canyon Ext Cab 2WD/4WD 2.8L TDColorado/Canyon Ext Cab 2WD/4WD 3.6L V-6Colorado/Canyon CC SB 2WD2.5L I-4Colorado/Canyon CC SB 2WD2.8L TDColorado/Canyon CC SB 2WD3.6L V-6Colorado/Canyon CC SB 4WD2.8L TDColorado/Canyon CC SB 4WD3.6L V-6Colorado/Canyon CC Std Bed 2WD 2.8L ILER LIFE 2020 TOWING GUIDE 13

2020 TOW GUIDE - Tow Ratings.indd 11/12/19 1:01 PM - 14 -(Cyan)(Magenta)(Yellow)(BlacK)2020 TOW RATINGSColorado/Canyon CC Std Bed 2WDColorado/Canyon CC Std Bed 4WDColorado/Canyon CC Std Bed 4WD3.6L V-62.8L TD3.6L V-67,0007,6007,000CHEVROLET EQUINOX/GMC TERRAINEquinox/Terrain FWD/AWD2.0L I-4 TC3,500 tCHEVROLET EXPRESS/GMC SAVANAExpress/Savana 2500 SWB CV4.3L V-6Express/Savana 2500 SWB CV6.0L V-8Express/Savana 2500 SWB CV2.8L I-4 TDExpress/Savana 2500 LWB CV4.3L V-6Express/Savana 2500 LWB CV6.0L V-8Express/Savana 2500 LWB CV2.8L I-4 TDExpress/Savana 2500 SWB PV4.3L V-6Express/Savana 2500 SWB PV6.0L V-8Express/Savana 2500 SWB PV2.8L I-4 TDExpress/Savana 3500 SWB CV4.3L V-6Express/Savana 3500 SWB CV6.0L V-8Express/Savana 3500 SWB CV2.8L I-4 TDExpress/Savana 3500 LWB CV4.3L V-6Express/Savana 3500 LWB CV6.0L V-8Express/Savana 3500 LWB CV2.8L I-4 TDExpress/Savana 3500 LWB PV4.3L V-6Express/Savana 3500 LWB PV6.0L V-8Express/Savana 3500 LWB PV2.8L I-4 LET SILVERADO/GMC SIERRA 1500 REGULAR CAB1500 Reg Cab LB 2WD4.3L V-67,9001500 Reg Cab LB 2WD5.3L V-810,0001500 Reg Cab LB 4WD4.3L V-67,7001500 Reg Cab LB 4WD5.3L V-89,800CHEVROLET SILVERADO/GMC SIERRA 1500 DOUBLE CAB1500 DC 2WD4.3L V-67,7001500 DC 2WD2.7L I-4 TC7,000/6,9001500 DC 2WD5.3L V-89,800 a61500 DC 2WD5.3L V-89,900/9,600 a81500 DC 2WD5.3L V-8 11,600/11,300 a8,t1500 DC 2WD3.0L V-6 TD7,6001500 DC 4WD4.3L V-67,5001500 DC 4WD4.3L V-67,400*1500 DC 4WD2.7L I-4 TC6,7001500 DC 4WD5.3L V-89,600 a61500 DC 4WD5.3L V-89,500 a6*1500 DC 4WD5.3L V-89,700/9,600 a81500 DC 4WD5.3L V-89,500/9,300 a8*1500 DC 4WD5.3L V-8 11,400/11,100 a8,t1500 DC 4WD6.2L V-89,3001500 DC 4WD6.2L V-812,100 t1500 DC 4WD6.2L V-813,400 t,p**1500 DC 4WD3.0L V-6 TD9,300/9,100*Silverado Trail Boss model. **Silverado RST model14 TRAILER LIFE 2020 TOWING GUIDECHEVROLET SILVERADO/GMC SIERRA 1500 CREW CAB1500 CC SB 2WD4.3L V-67,7001500 CC SB 2WD2.7L I-4 TC6,8001500 CC SB 2WD5.3L V-89,700 a61500 CC SB 2WD5.3L V-89,800/9,600 a81500 CC SB 2WD5.3L V-8 11,500/11,300 a8,t1500 CC SB 2WD3.0L V-6 TD7,600/7,4001500 CC SB 4WD4.3L V-67,5001500 CC SB 4WD4.3L V-67,400*1500 CC SB 4WD2.7L I-4 TC6,6001500 CC SB 4WD5.3L V-89,500/9,600 a61500 CC SB 4WD5.3L V-89,600/9,200 a81500 CC SB 4WD5.3L V-89,300 a8*1500 CC SB 4WD5.3L V-89,800**1500 CC SB 4WD5.3L V-8 11,300/11,100 a8,t1500 CC SB 4WD6.2L V-89,200/8,8001500 CC SB 4WD6.2L V-89,200**1500 CC SB 4WD6.2L V-812,000 t1500 CC SB 4WD3.0L V-6 TD9,300/9,0001500 CC Std Bed 2WD4.3L V-67,6001500 CC Std Bed 2WD2.7L I-4 TC6,8001500 CC Std Bed 2WD5.3L V-89,600 a61500 CC Std Bed 2WD5.3L V-89,700 a81500 CC Std Bed 2WD5.3L V-811,400 a8,t1500 CC Std Bed 2WD6.2L V-89,1001500 CC Std Bed 2WD6.2L V-811,900 t1500 CC Std Bed 2WD3.0L V-6 TD7,5001500 CC Std Bed 4WD4.3L V-67,4001500 CC Std Bed 4WD4.3L V-67,300*1500 CC Std Bed 4WD2.7L I-4 TC6,6001500 CC Std Bed 4WD5.3L V-89,500 a61500 CC Std Bed 4WD5.3L V-89,400 a6*1500 CC Std Bed 4WD5.3L V-89,500/9,200 a81500 CC Std Bed 4WD5.3L V-8 11,300/11,100 a8,t1500 CC Std Bed 4WD6.2L V-89,100/9,0001500 CC Std Bed 4WD6.2L V-89,200**1500 CC Std Bed 4WD6.2L V-811,900/12,000 t1500 CC Std Bed 4WD3.0L V-6 TD9,200/9,000*Silverado Trail Boss model. **Sierra AT4 modelNote: Ratings for Sierra Denali models may vary slightly. See dealer for details.CHEVROLET SILVERADO/GMC SIERRA 2500CONVENTIONAL/FIFTH-WHEEL TOWING2500 Reg Cab LB 2WD6.6L V-82500 Reg Cab LB 2WD6.6L V-8 TD2500 Reg Cab LB 4WD6.6L V-82500 Reg Cab LB 4WD6.6L V-8 TD2500 DC Std Bed 2WD6.6L V-82500 DC Std Bed 2WD6.6L V-8 TD2500 DC Std Bed 4WD6.6L V-82500 DC Std Bed 4WD6.6L V-8 TD2500 DC LB 2WD6.6L V-82500 DC LB 2WD6.6L V-8 TD2500 DC LB 4WD6.6L /17,89014,500/16,93014,500/18,04014,500/16,740

2020 TOW GUIDE - Tow Ratings.indd 11/12/19 1:01 PM - 15 -2500 DC LB 4WD2500 CC Std Bed 2WD2500 CC Std Bed 2WD2500 CC Std Bed 4WD2500 CC Std Bed 4WD2500 CC LB 2WD2500 CC LB 2WD2500 CC LB 4WD2500 CC LB 4WD6.6L V-8 TD6.6L V-86.6L V-8 TD6.6L V-86.6L V-8 TD6.6L V-86.6L V-8 TD6.6L V-86.6L V-8 uburban/Yukon XL 4WDSuburban/Yukon XL 4WDSuburban/Yukon XL 2WDSuburban/Yukon XL 4WDCHEVROLET TRAVERSE/GMC ACADIATraverse/Acadia3.6L V-6*When equipped with gooseneck hitch. Rating is 32,000 lbs. with fifth-wheel hitch.Note: Ratings for Sierra Denali HD models may vary slightly. See dealer for details.CHEVROLET TAHOE/GMC YUKON,CHEVROLET SUBURBAN/GMC YUKON XLTahoe/Yukon 2WD5.3L V-8Tahoe/Yukon 2WD5.3L V-8Tahoe/Yukon 4WD5.3L V-8Tahoe/Yukon 4WD5.3L V-8Tahoe/Yukon 2WD6.2L V-8Tahoe/Yukon 4WD6.2L V-8Suburban/Yukon XL 2WD5.3L V-8Suburban/Yukon XL 2WD5.3L V-86,6008,600 t6,4008,400 t8,4008,1006,3008,300 t5,000 t/4,000 6,300/16,18020,000/31,1806,0008,000 t8,1007,900Note: Ratings for Yukon Denali models may vary slightly. See deailer for details.Note: Ratings for Sierra Denali HD models may vary slightly. See dealer for details.CHEVROLET SILVERADO/GMC SIERRA 3500CONVENTIONAL/FIFTH-WHEEL TOWING3500 Reg Cab SRW 2WD6.6L V-83500 Reg Cab SRW 2WD6.6L V-8 TD3500 Reg Cab SRW 4WD6.6L V-83500 Reg Cab SRW 4WD6.6L V-8 TD3500 Reg Cab DRW 2WD6.6L V-83500 Reg Cab DRW 2WD6.6L V-8 TD3500 Reg Cab DRW 4WD6.6L V-83500 Reg Cab DRW 4WD6.6L V-8 TD3500 DC LB SRW 2WD6.6L V-83500 DC LB SRW 2WD6.6L V-8 TD3500 DC LB SRW 4WD6.6L V-83500 DC LB SRW 4WD6.6L V-8 TD3500 DC LB DRW 2WD6.6L V-83500 DC LB DRW 2WD6.6L V-8 TD3500 DC LB DRW 4WD6.6L V-83500 DC LB DRW 4WD6.6L V-8 TD3500 CC Std Bed SRW 2WD6.6L V-83500 CC Std Bed SRW 2WD6.6L V-8 TD3500 CC Std Bed SRW 4WD6.6L V-83500 CC Std Bed SRW 4WD6.6L V-8 TD3500 CC LB SRW 2WD6.6L V-83500 CC LB SRW 2WD6.6L V-8 TD3500 CC LB SRW 4WD6.6L V-83500 CC LB SRW 4WD6.6L V-8 TD3500 CC LB DRW 2WD6.6L V-83500 CC LB DRW 2WD6.6L V-8 TD3500 CC LB DRW 4WD6.6L V-83500 CC LB DRW 4WD6.6L V-8 TD5.3L V-85.3L V-86.2L V-86.2L V-83.6L V-63.6L V-63,6003,600DODGEDurango RWDDurango RWDDurango AWDDurango AWDDurango AWD3.6L V-65.7L V-83.6L V-65.7L V-86.4L V-86,200 t7,400 t6,200 t7,200 t8,700 tFORDECOSPORT, EDGE, ESCAPE, EXPLORER, EXPEDITIONEcoSport 4WD2.0L I-4Edge AWD2.0L I-4 TCEdge ST2.7L V-6 TCEscape FWD/AWDAll except HybridEscape FWD/AWD2.0L I-4 TCExplorer RWD2.3L I-4 TCExplorer RWD2.3L I-4 TCExplorer 4WD3.0L V-6 TCExplorer 4WD3.3L V-6Explorer 4WD3.3L V-6Explorer Hybrid RWD/4WD3.3L HEV V-6Explorer Hybrid RWD/4WD3.3L HEV V-6Expedition 2WD3.5L V-6 TCExpedition 2WD3.5L V-6 TCExpedition 4WD3.5L V-6 TCExpedition 4WD3.5L V-6 TCExpedition Max 2WD3.5L V-6 TCExpedition Max 2WD3.5L V-6 TCExpedition Max 4WD3.5L V-6 TCExpedition Max 4WD3.5L V-6 TC2,0003,500 t3,5002,0003,500 t3,0005,300 t5,6003,0005,600 t3,0005,000 t6,000 c/f9,300 i,t6,000 f/i9,000 i,t6,3009,000 t6,000 f/i9,000 i,tF-150 REGULAR CAB CONVENTIONAL/FIFTH-WHEEL TOWINGF-150 Reg Cab Std Bed 2WD3.3L V-65,100/5,000 hF-150 Reg Cab Std Bed 2WD3.3L V-67,700/7,600 iF-150 Reg Cab Std Bed 2WD5.0L V-88,400 c/fF-150 Reg Cab Std Bed 2WD5.0L V-89,200 hF-150 Reg Cab Std Bed 2WD2.7L V-6 TC7,600 fF-150 Reg Cab Std Bed 2WD2.7L V-6 TC8,500 iF-150 Reg Cab Std Bed 4WD3.3L V-65,000 hF-150 Reg Cab Std Bed 4WD3.3L V-67,500 iF-150 Reg Cab Std Bed 4WD5.0L V-88,30

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