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2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Regular Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 4.10 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Regular Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 4.10
- Conventional
- 8,200lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Regular Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 4.10 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models require Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Fifth-Wheel Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Regular Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 4.10
- Fifth-wheel
- 8,200lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Regular Cab · 8 ft box · 4.10 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Regular Cab 8 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 4.10
- Conventional
- 8,100lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Regular Cab · 8 ft box · 4.10 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models require Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Fifth-Wheel Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Regular Cab 8 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 4.10
- Fifth-wheel
- 8,100lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Extended Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 4.10 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Extended Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 4.10
- Conventional
- 7,800lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Extended Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 4.10 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models require Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Fifth-Wheel Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Extended Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 4.10
- Fifth-wheel
- 7,800lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Regular Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Regular Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.73
- Conventional
- 7,500lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Regular Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models require Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Fifth-Wheel Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Regular Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.73
- Fifth-wheel
- 7,500lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Regular Cab · 8 ft box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Regular Cab 8 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.73
- Conventional
- 7,400lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Regular Cab · 8 ft box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models require Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Fifth-Wheel Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Regular Cab 8 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.73
- Fifth-wheel
- 7,400lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Regular Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Regular Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.73
- Conventional
- 7,200lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Regular Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models require Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Fifth-Wheel Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Regular Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.73
- Fifth-wheel
- 7,200lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Extended Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Extended Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.73
- Conventional
- 7,100lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Extended Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models require Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Fifth-Wheel Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Extended Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.73
- Fifth-wheel
- 7,100lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Regular Cab · 8 ft box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Regular Cab 8 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.73
- Conventional
- 7,100lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Regular Cab · 8 ft box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models require Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Fifth-Wheel Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Regular Cab 8 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.73
- Fifth-wheel
- 7,100lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Extended Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Extended Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.73
- Conventional
- 6,800lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Extended Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models require Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Fifth-Wheel Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Extended Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.73
- Fifth-wheel
- 6,800lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Regular Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.42 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Regular Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.42
- Conventional
- 6,500lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Regular Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.42 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models require Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Fifth-Wheel Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Regular Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.42
- Fifth-wheel
- 6,500lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Regular Cab · 8 ft box · 3.42 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Regular Cab 8 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.42
- Conventional
- 6,400lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Regular Cab · 8 ft box · 3.42 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models require Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Fifth-Wheel Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Regular Cab 8 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.42
- Fifth-wheel
- 6,400lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Regular Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 4.10 axle
Equipment: Manual transmission
Manual transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Regular Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Manual, axle 4.10
- Conventional
- 6,300lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Regular Cab · 8 ft box · 4.10 axle
Equipment: Manual transmission
Manual transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Regular Cab 8 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Manual, axle 4.10
- Conventional
- 6,200lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Extended Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.42 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Extended Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.42
- Conventional
- 6,100lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Extended Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.42 axle
Equipment: Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models require Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Fifth-Wheel Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Extended Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Automatic, axle 3.42
- Fifth-wheel
- 6,100lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Extended Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 4.10 axle
Equipment: Manual transmission
Manual transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Extended Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Manual, axle 4.10
- Conventional
- 6,000lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Regular Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Manual transmission
Manual transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Regular Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Manual, axle 3.73
- Conventional
- 5,500lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Regular Cab · 8 ft box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Manual transmission
Manual transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Regular Cab 8 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Manual, axle 3.73
- Conventional
- 5,400lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Extended Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Manual transmission
Manual transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Extended Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Manual, axle 3.73
- Conventional
- 5,300lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Regular Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Manual transmission
Manual transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Regular Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Manual, axle 3.73
- Conventional
- 5,300lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Regular Cab · 8 ft box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Manual transmission
Manual transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Regular Cab 8 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Manual, axle 3.73
- Conventional
- 5,200lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 4WD · Extended Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.73 axle
Equipment: Manual transmission
Manual transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 4x4 Extended Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Manual, axle 3.73
- Conventional
- 5,000lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Regular Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.42 axle
Equipment: Manual transmission
Manual transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Regular Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Manual, axle 3.42
- Conventional
- 4,500lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Regular Cab · 8 ft box · 3.42 axle
Equipment: Manual transmission
Manual transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Regular Cab 8 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Manual, axle 3.42
- Conventional
- 4,400lb
- GCWR
- Not cited
2002 · OEM chart
4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) · 2WD · Extended Cab · 6.5 ft (6 1/2) box · 3.42 axle
Equipment: Manual transmission
Manual transmission; Chart footnote 1: Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver.; Chart footnote 2: Silverado 1500 models are limited to 5,000-lb. trailer rating unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package.; Chart note: Weight-carrying hitch limit 5,000-lb. trailer with 600-lb. tongue weight; weight-distributing hitch and sway control required over 5,000 lb.
Page 3, Silverado 1500 and 2500 Ball Hitch Trailering chart, row 1500 2WD Extended Cab 6 1/2 ft box, column 4.8L V8 (Vortec 4800) Manual, axle 3.42
- Conventional
- 4,300lb
- GCWR
- Not cited