2013 Chevrolet-GMC Silverado/Sierra 3500 CC LB DRW 4WD towing capacity
The 2013 Chevrolet-GMC Silverado/Sierra 3500 CC LB DRW 4WD is published in 3 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 8,700 to 22,500 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (22,500 lb) sits in serious heavy-duty pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2013 Chevrolet-GMC Silverado/Sierra 3500 CC LB DRW 4WD with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.0L V-8 | 6.0L V-8 | — | — | — | 8,700 | — | — | — |
| 6.0L V-8 | 6.0L V-8 | — | — | — | 13,200 | — | — | — |
| 6.6L V-8 TD | 6.6L V-8 TD | — | — | — | 22,500 | — | — | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow figures this high require a gooseneck or fifth-wheel hitch installed in the bed of the truck, and a corresponding trailer setup. Conventional bumper-pull towing on the same vehicle is typically capped well below this number — usually under 15,000 lb. Always check the door-jamb sticker and owner's manual for the maximum permitted on each hitch class before hooking up.
How this year compares to 2012
The 2012 Chevrolet-GMC Silverado/Sierra 3500 CC LB DRW 4WD carried a maximum tow rating of 22,400 lb. The 2013 model adds 100 lb on top of that — usually a sign the manufacturer added a tow package option, refreshed the powertrain, or revised hitch class certification. See the 2012 Chevrolet-GMC Silverado/Sierra 3500 CC LB DRW 4WD page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2013 Chevrolet-GMC models
The rest of Chevrolet-GMC's 2013 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.