How Much Can the 2027 Silverado 1500 Tow?
A model-by-model look at towing, payload, and the four engines behind the next-generation Silverado 1500.
Shopping for a truck that can actually pull its weight? Bruce Lowrie Chevrolet in Fort Worth is already fielding questions about the new 2027 Chevy Silverado 1500, and towing capacity tops the list every time. Fair enough — this next-generation Silverado doesn't just look tougher. It's built to prove it.
Key Takeaways
The short version, before you get into trims and engines.
- The 2027 Silverado 1500 can tow up to 13,700 lbs, a best-in-class figure achieved with the available 5.7L V8 engine.
- Four engines are offered: an enhanced 2.7L TurboMax, the all-new 5.7L V8, the all-new 6.6L V8, and the Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel, each paired with a standard 10-speed automatic transmission.
- Max payload comes in at 2,340 lbs with the 2.7L TurboMax engine.
- Across the lineup, the Silverado delivers up to 481 horsepower and 501 lb-ft of torque.
- The redesigned Silverado arrives late 2026 with an all-new exterior, interior, and trailering tech to match its added muscle.
How Much Can the 2027 Silverado 1500 Tow?
At the top of the lineup, the 2027 Silverado 1500 can tow up to 13,700 lbs — a best-in-class 2027 Chevy Silverado 1500 towing capacity made possible with the available 5.7L V8 engine. That's enough truck to pull a full-size travel trailer, a stacked car hauler, or a loaded equipment trailer across the Metroplex without hesitation.
That said, the number on the window sticker isn't automatically the number every truck on the lot delivers. Chevy Silverado 1500 towing capacity shifts with the engine and axle ratio under the hood, whether the truck is 2WD or 4WD, and how it's optioned from the factory. Chevrolet engineered the new frame, cooling system, and available trailering tech around real-world hauling scenarios — mountain grades, loaded ramps, long highway pulls — so drivers get a number they can trust, not just a headline figure. Anyone cross-shopping trims at Bruce Lowrie Chevrolet should ask what a specific configuration is rated for before assuming the max applies.
Built around real-world hauling — not just a spec sheet number.
What Changes Your Actual Towing Number
- Engine and rear axle ratio combination
- Two-wheel drive versus four-wheel drive
- Trim level and factory tow package
- Passenger, cargo, and tongue weight
- Trailer type, brakes, and hitch setup
What Engines Power the 2027 Silverado 1500?
Four powertrains power the 2027 lineup, each built for a different kind of workday. Every engine pairs with a standard 10-speed automatic transmission, and together they push the lineup to a max available 481 horsepower and 501 lb-ft of torque.
Chevrolet retired the outgoing 5.3L and 6.2L V8s for this generation and replaced them with two next-generation small-block V8s, while keeping the TurboMax four-cylinder and the Duramax diesel in the fold. Individual horsepower and torque figures haven't been published yet for every configuration. Still, Chevrolet has confirmed that the 6.6L will be the most powerful naturally aspirated V8 in the full-size truck segment, and that the 5.7L is the engine tied to the truck's 13,700-lb max towing capacity.
| Engine | Best For | Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 2.7L TurboMax | Daily driving & work-truck duty | Enhanced for 2027, now paired with a 10-speed automatic |
| 5.7L V8 | Serious towing | Tied to the best-in-class 13,700-lb max towing rating |
| 6.6L V8 | Maximum V8 power | Most powerful naturally aspirated V8 in the segment |
| Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel | Long-haul efficiency | The only diesel engine in its class |
2.7L TurboMax
The TurboMax returns as the Silverado's standard engine, and it's not just carried over — Chevrolet enhanced it for 2027 and, for the first time, paired it with a 10-speed automatic instead of the outgoing eight-speed. It's the engine tied to the truck's 2,340-lb max payload rating, which makes it a strong pick for drivers who load up the bed more often than the trailer hitch. Expect it standard on the WT, Custom, and Custom Trail Boss trims.
5.7L V8
The all-new 5.7L V8 steps in for the outgoing 5.3L and becomes the engine to ask for at Bruce Lowrie Chevrolet if towing is the priority — it's the configuration tied to the Silverado's best-in-class 13,700-lb max trailering rating. Chevrolet built it around real-world pulling, not just a spec sheet number, so it holds up on grades and long highway tows.
6.6L V8
Sitting at the top of the naturally aspirated lineup, the new 6.6L V8 replaces the outgoing 6.2L and claims the title of most powerful naturally aspirated V8 in the full-size truck segment. It's the pick for drivers who want maximum V8 muscle for towing, hauling, and everything in between, available on trims like High Country and ZR2.
Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel
The Duramax remains the only diesel engine in its class, built for owners who tow often and want efficiency to match their towing needs. It remains the go-to for drivers logging serious highway miles behind a loaded trailer, and it's available across a wide range of trims, from Work Truck to ZR2.
Why Is the 2027 Silverado 1500 Perfect for Drivers and Workers?
The 2027 Silverado 1500 works because it doesn't force a single choice on every kind of driver. A landscaping crew hauling equipment across Fort Worth wants different things than a family towing a camper to the Hill Country on weekends — and this lineup answers both.
Beyond raw towing capacity, the Silverado backs up its work with more than 15 standard safety and driver assistance features, available Super Cruise hands-free driving with trailering, and up to 19 camera views to make hitching and backing a trailer less of a guessing game. Add in a redesigned cabin with up to 60 inches of combined available digital displays, and the truck feels just as at home on a job site as it does on a road trip.
The Bottom Line on the 2027 Silverado 1500
Between the new 5.7L and 6.6L V8s, the enhanced TurboMax, and the proven Duramax diesel, the 2027 Silverado 1500 gives Fort Worth drivers four real ways to get the job done — and a best-in-class towing number to back it up. Whether it's a weekend boat trip or a daily haul, there's a configuration built for it, and our team at Bruce Lowrie Chevrolet can help match the right engine to the way it'll actually be used.
Curious which 2027 Silverado 1500 configuration fits your towing needs? Stop by Bruce Lowrie Chevrolet in Fort Worth to talk trims, engines, and trailering packages with the team, or browse current inventory online to see what's available first.
FAQ
How much can a Silverado 1500 tow?
The 2027 Silverado 1500 tows up to 13,700 lbs at its max, a best-in-class figure achieved with the available 5.7L V8 engine.
What is the max payload on the 2027 Silverado 1500?
Max payload is rated at 2,340 lbs, achieved with the 2.7L TurboMax engine.
How many engines does the 2027 Silverado 1500 offer?
Four: the 2.7L TurboMax, the all-new 5.7L V8, the all-new 6.6L V8, and the Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel, all paired with a standard 10-speed automatic transmission.
Which engine is best for towing?
The 5.7L V8 is the configuration tied to the Silverado's best-in-class 13,700-lb max towing rating, making it the top pick for serious trailering.
When does the 2027 Silverado 1500 arrive at Bruce Lowrie Chevrolet?
Chevrolet has confirmed the 2027 Silverado 1500 arrives late 2026, with pricing starting at $38,600 MSRP.