2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Regular Cab Long Bed 2WD with Duramax 6.6L V8 (17" wheels)
⚠ Pending verification
Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.
Source: OEM towing guide — 2022 Chevrolet Trailering Guide · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
18,510
lbs
Hitch Class
Gooseneck / 5th-wheel
Engine Variants
2 variants
Trim Notes
Highest figure is the Duramax 6.6L V8, Regular Cab Long Bed 2WD with 17" wheels, GCWR 26,000 lbs. The single overall highest 2500HD tow value shown is 18,510 lbs. The '2500HD MAX' column header in the Silverado HD charts is combined conventional and gooseneck/5th-wheel; the document's 2500HD sections give this as the vehicle's max trailer weight rating.
⚠ Important
Peak 18,510 lb: 2500 HD Regular Cab Long Bed 2WD, Duramax 6.6L V8, 17" wheels, GCWR 26,000, conventional hitch (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 18,500 lb: 2500 HD Crew Cab Standard/Long Bed 4x4, Duramax 6.6L V8, 18"/20" wheels, GCWR 27,500, gooseneck/5th-wheel.
◆ Gear you may need
Always confirm against your door-jamb sticker & OEM towing guide before hauling. Ratings vary by exact configuration.
Different configuration? Look it up
The 18,510 lbs figure above is the properly-equipped maximum for this model year. For a specific trim, engine, or drivetrain, run your exact setup through the live tool:
Prose overview
The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD carries a maximum towing capacity of 18,510 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Gooseneck / 5th-wheel hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HDs on the same lot can be rated thousands of pounds apart. Match your trailer to the lowestrelevant limit (towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch rating), and verify against the sticker inside the driver's-side door jamb.
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2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD?
A properly equipped 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD is rated to tow up to 18,510 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD typically pairs with a Gooseneck / 5th-wheel hitch. Always match the hitch to your loaded trailer weight and never exceed the vehicle's rated capacity.
Do I need a brake controller to tow with a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD?
Most states require trailer brakes — and a brake controller — for trailers over 3,000 lbs loaded. A brake controller syncs the trailer's brakes with the vehicle's for safe, controlled stops.
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