Silverado’s Combination include that the powerful Vortec V-8 engines and six-speed automatic transmissions offer a maximum trailering capacity up to 10,700 pounds.The unique Silverado returns for 2011, delivering a 25-percent improvement in overall fuel economy while offering the Silverado’s traditional capabilities – including a 6,200-pound (2,812 kg) towing capacity.

The Silverado frame is all new and is now fully boxed for greater strength and rigidity. The truck is available in 11 different configurations, and the frame has been designed for easier mounting of a fifth-wheel hitch in the bed. Maximum towing capacity is said to be a nice round 20,000 pounds with the fifth wheel—16K with the standard hitch—while payload capacity tops out at 6335 pounds. Ford has yet to release its ratings for the ’11 Super Duty, but the 2010 Dodge Ram HD is capable of carrying up to 5130 pounds in the bed and towing up to 17,600 pounds.

Specifications

Exterior

Tires and Wheels

• Steel wheels
• 17 x 7.5 in. wheels
• Steel spare wheel
• P245/70R17 tires
• All season tires
• Underbody mounted spare tire
• Partial wheel covers
• Fullsize non-matching spare tire

Roof and Glass

• Variable intermittent wipers

Truck Features

• Chrome finish bumpers
• Vinyl floor covering

Towing and Hauling

• Cargo tie downs

Measurements

• Width: 79.9 in.
• Height: 73.6 in.
• Length: 205.6 in.
• Ground clearance: 7.7 in.
• Front track: 68.1 in.
• Rear track: 67.0 in.
• Wheel base: 119.0 in.

• Maximum towing capacity: 9100 lbs.
• Maximum payload: 1937 lbs.
• Gross weight: 6400 lbs.
• Curb weight: 4463 lbs.
• Angle of approach: 14.6 degrees
• Angle of departure: 25.0 degrees

Exterior Options

• Front Recovery Hooks
• LT245/70R17 All-Terrain Blackwall Load Range C Tires
• Solar-Ray Deep-Tinted Glass
• Front License Plate Bracket
• Spare Tire Lock
• Camper-Style Manual Extending Exterior Mirrors
• Rear Window Defogger

Mechanical

Engine & Performance

• Base engine size: 4.3 L
• Cam type: Overhead valves (OHV)
• Cylinders: V6
• Valves: 12
• Torque: 260 ft-lbs. @ 2800 rpm
• Horsepower: 195 hp @ 4600 rpm
• Turning circle: 39.7 ft.

• Base engine type: gas

DriveTrain

• Drive type: rear wheel drive
• Transmission: 4-speed automatic

Suspension

• Short and long arm front suspension
• Solid live axle rear suspension
• Front independent suspension
• Stabilizer bar stabilizer bar

Fuel

• Fuel type: gas
• Fuel type: regular unleaded
• Fuel tank capacity: 26.0 gal.
• Range in miles (cty/hwy): 390.0/520.0 mi.
• EPA mileage est. (cty/hwy): 15/20 mpg

Mechanical Options

• 3.73 Rear Axle Ratio
• Automatic Locking Rear Differential
• Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
• Engine Block Heater
• Vortec 5.3L SFI V8 Engine w/Flex Fuel Capability
• Heavy-Duty Cooling Package
• Vortec 4.8L SFI V8 Engine w/Flex Fuel Capability

Safety

Safety & Security

• 4-wheel ABS
• Front head airbags
• Dual front side-mounted airbags
• Child seat anchors
• Ventilated front disc / rear drum brakes
• Daytime running lights
• Engine immobilizer
• Auto delay off headlamps
• Dusk sensing headlamps
• 2 front headrests
• Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
• Front center lap belt
• Front seatbelt pretensioners
• Stability control
• Traction control
• Electronic brakeforce distribution
• Front height adjustable headrests
• Tire pressure monitoring

Interior

Front Seats

• Front head room: 41.5 in.
• Front hip room: 62.5 in.
• Front leg room: 41.3 in.
• Front shoulder room: 65.2 in.
• Vinyl
• 40-20-40 split bench front seats

Convenience

• Front console with storage
• Front cupholders
• Front door pockets
• Retained accessory power
• Power steering
• 12V front power outlet(s)
• Tilt-adjustable steering wheel

Comfort

• Air conditioning
• Cargo area light
• Front reading lights
• Passenger vanity mirror

Instrumentation

• Clock
• Tachometer
• Low fuel level warning

In Car Entertainment

• Mast antenna
• 4 total speakers
• AM/FM stereo

Interior Options

• Cloth Seat Trim
• Cruise Control
• Power Door Locks w/Remote Keyless Entry
• XM Satellite Radio
• AM/FM Radio w/CD Player
• Carpeted Floor Covering and Vinyl Floormats
• OnStar

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New 2011 Chevrolet Silverado announced Price Range between $20,850 – $41,775.