2023 Chevrolet Express 3500 Cargo towing capacity
The 2023 Chevrolet Express 3500 Cargo is published in 2 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 7,200 to 7,400 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (7,400 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2023 Chevrolet Express 3500 Cargo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Van 3D | V6, 4.3 Liter | 276 | 298 | — | 7,400 | — | 5,266 | — |
| Extended Van 3D | V6, 4.3 Liter | 276 | 298 | — | 7,200 | — | 5,487 | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2022
The 2022 Chevrolet Express 3500 Cargo carried a maximum tow rating of 7,400 lb. The 2023 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 2022 Chevrolet Express 3500 Cargo page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2023 Chevrolet models
The rest of Chevrolet's 2023 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Crew CAB | 20,000 |
| 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | 20,000 |
| 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Crew CAB | 18,500 |
| 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | 18,500 |
| 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Regular CAB | 16,800 |
| 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500hd | 16,000 |
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.