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Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD
TowingSpecs.com says the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD tows up to 36,000 lbs from the Duramax 6.6L dual-rear-wheel configuration with the Max Trailering package, and as little as 17,200 to 18,700 lbs at the base trim, so configuration is everything. CarsCounsel confirms the 2026 Silverado 3500HD delivers a maximum towing capacity of 36,000 lbs when equipped with the Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 in a Regular Cab, Long Bed, dual-rear-wheel configuration with the Max Trailering package, a figure unchanged since the 2023 model year. MotorTrend calls the 2026 Silverado 3500HD the biggest truck in Chevrolet's range of pickups, with a 7.0-inch infotainment display standard on entry-level trims, though it says it would be keener to recommend the lineup if entry-level models received the same improvements as the higher trims.
Towing capacity by configuration
TowingSpecs.com (opens in a new tab) says the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD tows up to 36,000 lbs from the Duramax 6.6L dual-rear-wheel configuration with the Max Trailering package, and as little as 17,200 lbs at the base configuration, so configuration is everything for maximum capability.
A figure unchanged since 2023
CarsCounsel (opens in a new tab) confirms the 2026 Silverado 3500HD delivers a maximum towing capacity of 36,000 lbs when equipped with the Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 in a Regular Cab, Long Bed, dual-rear-wheel configuration with the Max Trailering package, and that this maximum has held steady across the 2023-2026 model years.
The biggest Chevy pickup
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) calls the 2026 Silverado 3500HD the biggest truck in Chevrolet's range of pickups, with a 7.0-inch infotainment display standard at the bottom end of the trim structure, though it says it would be keener to recommend the lineup if entry-level models received the same improvements as the higher trims.
Questions buyers ask
What is the maximum towing capacity of the Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD?
TowingSpecs.com (opens in a new tab) and CarsCounsel (opens in a new tab) both say 36,000 lbs with the Duramax diesel and Max Trailering package.
Is the Silverado 3500HD Chevrolet's biggest pickup?
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says yes.
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The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD is built around 6.6L V8 gas or 6.6L Duramax turbo-diesel V8, rated at 401 / 470 horsepower across its heavy-duty full-size pickup body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2026 U.S. lineup has 6 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe most the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD is published to tow is up to 36,000 lb gooseneck (properly equipped).
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA recalls, complaints and crash ratings for the 2026 Silverado 3500HD.
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2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD
The 3500HD shares its 6.6L gas (401 hp) and Duramax diesel (470 hp, 975 lb-ft) engine choices with the 2500HD, but its dual-rear-wheel configurations push maximum gooseneck towing to 36,000 lb, well above the 2500HD's rating.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
1 indexed Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD | 2026 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD.
The Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD is built alongside the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and public records cover the two together. Generation history, the fact box and background are on the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 page; the safety record for the Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD itself follows.
Trim by trim
Every 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Work Truck (Pickup) | 4WD | 6.6-liter V8 | 401 | 464 | 7,015 | 31,500 | – | – |
| Work Truck (Pickup) | 4WD | 6.6-liter V8 | 401 | 464 | 7,449 | 31,270 | – | – |
| Work Truck (Pickup) | 4WD | 6.6-liter V8 | 401 | 464 | 7,534 | 31,000 | – | – |
| LT (Pickup) | 4WD | 6.6-liter V8 | 401 | 464 | 7,015 | 31,500 | – | – |
| LT (Pickup) | 4WD | 6.6-liter V8 | 401 | 464 | 7,449 | 31,270 | – | – |
| LT (Pickup) | 4WD | 6.6-liter V8 | 401 | 464 | 7,534 | 31,000 | – | – |
| LTZ | 4WD | 6.6-liter V8 | 401 | 464 | 7,534 | 31,000 | – | $67,295 |
| High Country | 4WD | 6.6-liter V8 | 401 | 464 | 7,869 | 30,900 | – | $77,695 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2026 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
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Frequent questions
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Q01How many trims does the 2026 Silverado 3500HD come in?
The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD (heavy-duty full-size pickup) comes in 6 trims: WT, Custom, LT, LTZ, ZR2, High Country.
Q02What are the 2026 Silverado 3500HD trims?
The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD trims are WT, Custom, LT, LTZ, ZR2, High Country, listed from the entry WT up to the top High Country.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2026 Silverado 3500HD use?
The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD is built around 6.6L V8 gas or 6.6L Duramax turbo-diesel V8, rated at 401 / 470 horsepower across its heavy-duty full-size pickup body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2026 Silverado 3500HD have?
The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD is rated at 401 / 470 horsepower (6.6L V8 gas or 6.6L Duramax turbo-diesel V8).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2026 Silverado 3500HD?
The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD is offered with RWD / 4WD.