Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options.Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR*
1500 Series 2WD Short Wheel Base
5.3L V8 3.085,400 lbs (2 449 kg) 11,000 lbs (4 990 kg)
5.3L V8 3.425,900 lbs (2 676 kg) 11,500 lbs (5 216 kg)
5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.428,400 lbs (3 810 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg)
1500 Series 2WD Long Wheel Base
5.3L V8 3.085,100 lbs (2 313 kg) 11,000 lbs (4 990 kg)
5.3L V8 3.425,600 lbs (2 540 kg) 11,500 lbs (5 216 kg)
5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.428,100 lbs (3 674 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg)
6.2L V8 3.428,100 lbs (3 674 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg)
1500 Series 4WD Short Wheel Base 5.3L V8 3.085,200 lbs (2 359 kg) 11,000 lbs (4 990 kg)
5.3L V8 3.425,700 lbs (2 586 kg) 11,500 lbs (5 216 kg)
5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.428,200 lbs (3 720 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg)
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VehicleAxle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR*
1500 Series 4WD Long Wheel Base
5.3L V8 3.085,000 lbs (2 268 kg) 11,000 lbs (4 990 kg)
5.3L V8 3.425,400 lbs (2 449 kg) 11,500 lbs (5 216 kg)
5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.427,900 lbs (3 583 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg)
6.2L V8 3.427,900 lbs (3 583 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg)
2500 Series 2WD Long Wheel Base 6.0L V8 3.739,600 lbs (4 355 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg)
2500 Series 4WD Long Wheel Base 6.0L V8 3.739,300 lbs (4 218 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg)
*The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and
trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversions. The GCWR for the vehicle should not be
exceeded.
Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice, or write us at our Customer Assistance Offices. See Customer
Assistance Officeson page 8‑6for more information.
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