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2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Engines, Towing, & Payload Capacity Charts
When it comes to your most challenging tasks, the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD stands out as a formidable and reliable choice. Offering two powerful engine configurations, this heavy-duty workhorse delivers impressive horsepower, torque, and rugged capability to handle even the most demanding jobs with ease. The team at Hugh White Chevrolet has prepared this 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD engines guide providing a more in-depth overview of its key engine, towing, and payload specifications.
Browse through our inventory to find the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD for sale at our Lancaster, OH, dealership that boasts the power and versatility you need on the jobsite or off the beaten path. Our Chevy experts are here to answer any questions you may have — give us a call at (740) 640-6850 or contact us online.
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2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Engine Specs
Tackling your most demanding towing and heavy hauling needs becomes second nature with the 2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD. Available with either a 6.6L gas V8 boasting 401 horsepower or the 6.6L Duramax® turbo diesel V8 engine that pushes 470 horsepower and a colossal 975 pound-feet of torque, the Silverado 2500 HD is a powerhouse that offers supreme versatility. Both engine configurations are paired with an Allison® ten-speed automatic transmission.
See key engine specifications in the accompanying table.
| Engine | 6.6L gas V8 | 6.6L Duramax turbo diesel V8 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 401 HP | 470 HP |
| Torque | 464 lb.-ft. | 975 lb.-ft. |
| Drivetrain | 2WD / 4WD | |
| Transmission | Ten-speed automatic | |
2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Towing & Payload Capacity Chart
Command dynamic power with confidence and remarkable capability in the 2025 Silverado 2500 HD. From towing large boats, campers, or trailers, to hauling hefty loads of timber and stone to the construction site, the potent performance of the Silverado 2500 HD ensures no task is out of reach. The 6.6L gas V8 engine delivers an impressive 3,689-pound payload, while the Duramax turbo diesel V8 dominates with a staggering 22,420-pound towing capacity when equipped with a fifth-wheel hitch and paired with the Max Trailer Package. Always consult the owner’s manual to ensure safe and proper towing limits.
See the maximum towing and payload configurations available for the Silverado 2500 HD, as well as the required configurations, in the accompanying chart.
| Engine | Max. Towing Capacity | Max. Towing Configuration | Max. Payload Capacity | Max. Payload Configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.6L gas V8 | 18,700 lbs. | Regular cab, long bed, 2WD | 3,689 lbs. | Regular cab, long bed, 2WD |
| 6.6L Duramax turbo diesel V8 | 22,420 lbs. | Regular cab, long bed, 2WD, Max Trailer Package | 3,615 lbs. | Regular cab, long bed, 2WD |
2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Trailering Packages
The 2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD is built for serious towing power. Pairing it with the Max Trailering Package offers enhanced driveline components for maximum durability and performance, allowing for higher tow ratings and improved stability under heavy loads.
Max Trailering Package features include:
- 3500 HD frame and leaf springs
- 3500 HD shock package
- Enhanced suspension
- Automatic locking rear differential
- Heavy-duty cooling system
- Higher capacity alternator
- 12-in. rear axle
- Gooseneck/fifth-wheel prep provisions
- Bed stamped holes with caps
Learn More About the Chevy Silverado 2500 HD
To assist you in your research of the Chevy Silverado 2500 HD, the Hugh White Chevrolet team has prepared a selection of helpful resources. For a detailed look into its key features, including interior amenities, technology and safety features and exterior color options, refer to our comprehensive Chevy Silverado 2500 HD review. Learn about the standard features of each trim on our Chevy Silverado 2500 HD trims page.
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