The Best for Business: The 2024 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD

Owning a business can be very demanding, especially if you’re involved with one that requires regular towing, trailing, and material transportation. Even if you don’t have a business but need a reliable workhorse for occupational or recreational applications, only the best will do. 

For tradespeople and business owners alike, the Chevy Silverado 3500 HD defines heavy-duty capability and prowess. With two highly adaptable powertrains that can take on any task and features meant to enhance the driving and towing experience, no other vehicle exists like the Silverado 3500 HD. If you’re looking for a truck with gusto and bravado, look no further than a Chevy Silverado HD for sale. Today, we’ll be examining the truck that can do it all. 

Two Powertrains and Endless Possibilities 

Depending on what you need to accomplish and how much weight you need to pull, the Silverado 3500 HD has two distinctive engines designed for tasks comparable to moving mountains and changing the directions of mighty rivers. 

The base engine consists of a 6.6L V8 powered by gasoline. Propelling the 3500 HD forward with the benefit of 401 hp, the gasoline-fueled V8 also can generate 464 lb-ft of torque. Both engines that can be equipped on the Silverado 3500 HD pair with a ten-speed automatic transmission for optimum performance. Drivetrain and cab configuration are vital to pulling capacity. For instance, to unlock the maximum conventional tow rating of 19,080 lbs with the gas V8, you’ll need a regular cab with a long bed, a fifth wheel/gooseneck hitch, and 2WD. 

The counterpart of the standard gasoline V8 is a 6.6L Duramax Turbo-Diesel V8. Chevy has been instrumental in revitalizing the diesel powertrain and proving it’s still viable, especially in towing and trailering areas. The diesel-fueled V8 pushes out 470 hp and can generate 975 lb-ft of torque. If you’re serious about pulling some heavy-duty weight behind you, this is the engine you’ll need at your disposal. Regarding conventional towing, the 3500 HD with a Duramax can pull 20,000 lbs with ease, although the regular cab without the Max Trailering Package is limited to 14,500 lbs. For fifth wheel and gooseneck applications, the Duramax is exceptional, with a regular cab with 2WD and the Max Trailering Package being able to pull 36,000 lbs with ease. 

Max Trailering Package 

You’ll need the Max Trailering Package to unlock the full towing capability of the 3500 HD. This will allow you to pull copious amounts of weight and engage in fifth wheel and gooseneck applications. The package includes a more robust rear axle, upgraded shocks, and gooseneck / fifth wheel prep provisions for larger towing jobs.

Camera-Based Technology for Increased Oversight 

If you’re at the job site or on the road, having proper oversight of your cargo is necessary. This isn’t just essential to ensure that it remains in its proper place but that you have an eye on your surroundings to ensure the safety of other vehicles and pedestrians that are around you. The 3500 HD has multiple camera positions to enhance oversight like never before. Three camera views focus on the truck’s hitch, making hooking up easy, not to mention safe. A Hitch View position allows for easy hook-up. Another Rear Top-Down View lets you see how close the hitch and trailer are to other objects. A Bed View gives you oversight regarding the truck bed to ensure that your payload remains in its proper position. 

While you’re towing or transporting your cargo, other views can be equipped to ensure safe travels. A Transparent Trailer view allows you to enhance oversight in an area that is usually blocked otherwise. A Front Camera View gives you a better view in situations that might be limited in space, such as turns or parking. A Rear Trailer View and Rear Camera Mirror are essential for keeping an eye on your rear, and an Inside Trailer View is vital for keeping an eye on cargo such as livestock or motorized equipment. 

Off-Road Readiness 

Of course, there are those among us who believe in playing just as hard as they work. For 3500 HD owners looking to spend some time off the beaten path, numerous upgrades can facilitate such an activity. While the 2500 HD was recently given a ZR2 trim, the 3500 HD can be outfitted with various Z71 Off-Road Packages to offer the perfect off-roading experience. Any experienced off-roader will tell you that the ZR2 and Z71 badges are highly coveted symbols of unmitigated capability. 

Z71 Off-Road Package: An essential item for any off-roader, this package includes a specially designed suspension with twin-tube shocks designed by Rancho. Skid plates are put in place to protect the truck’s underbelly from dirt and debris, and Hill Descent Control makes downward driving on an incline much easier. 

Z71 Off-Road and Protection Package: For the daring enthusiast who views off-roading as a lifestyle and not just an activity, this package builds on the Z71 Off-Road Package by adding all-weather floor liners to protect the interior and the Chevytec spray-on bed liner that can protect the bed from scratches and abrasions. 20-inch chrome wheels with all-terrain tires are also included, bolstering the domineering style that’s always been associated with Chevy. 

Have the Power to Stay Connected

Regardless of how you choose to utilize the 3500 HD, staying connected with the digital world is a necessity. Access is possible thanks to the 13.4-inch infotainment setup offered by Chevy. The new system features wireless compatibility with all Apple and Android products and has Google built-in. This grants you access to Google Maps and Music, providing the best navigation and entertainment. For drivers who covet audio quality, a seven-speaker stereo system from the experts at Bose with a Richbass woofer can be equipped on select trims.  

The Biggest and the Best Just Got Better 

In an industry where competition is strong and drivers have high expectations for what pickup trucks can deliver, the Silverado 3500 HD is still the gold standard for elevated performance and capability. With its two proficient powertrains built to handle the most arduous of tasks, the 3500 HD allows tradespeople, business owners, and off-roaders to achieve what others might consider impossible.

The incredible towing capacity far surpasses the competition. Even more impressive is the number of additional items that can facilitate towing and provide safe travel and oversight over cargo. There’s much more to a truck than simply having a powertrain and a hitch, and Chevy once again goes above and beyond to provide its clientele with everything they need to make their drive more convenient, whatever their to-do list has on it. 

When it comes to the Chevy Silverado 3500 HD, you can experience its excellence and efficiency when you shop with us at Service Chevrolet. Not only do we have the 2024 Silverado 3500 HD at our location, but we also have a friendly and knowledgeable staff who can assist you in choosing the version for your personal or professional life. We understand that you have big plans ahead of you and need a trustworthy workhorse to fulfill them properly. We’ll review the trims and available packages necessary to take things to the highest level. You deserve the best; with the 3500 HD, that’s precisely what you’ll get. 

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