How much can the Duramax 1500 tow?

3.0L Duramax Turbo Diesel All new for 2020, this turbo-diesel engine with auto start/stop technology is capable of towing 9,300 pounds. It puts out 277 horsepower and 460 lb. -ft. of torque.

Is the 3L Duramax worth it?

So far, highway fuel economy numbers have, in general, come up short of EPA estimates. That said, they have proven higher than what people driving similarly-configured 2020 Ram EcoDiesels and Power Stroke F-150’s are seeing. And from an acceleration standpoint, GM’s 3.0L Duramax is the clear winner.

How big is a 6.6 liter Duramax engine?

LML Duramax Specifications Chart Manufactured Years: 2011-2016 Engine Design: 6.6L 90-Degree V8 Turbocharged Diesel Transmission: 6-Speed Allison Transmission VIN Identification: (8th Digit of VIN) 8 Displacement: 403 Cubic Inches or 6.6 Liters

What’s the difference between a diesel and gas Chevy Silverado?

Here is how the new 6.6-liter gas V8 compares to the 6.6-liter V8 turbo-diesel Duramax engine. All the changes combine together for far improved weight capability. The maximum towing capacity for the 2020 HD trucks is now a class-leading 35,500 lbs.

Which is better a Duramax 6.0 or a Dmax?

Bottom line is either truck will do fine but you will get better mileage pulling it with the dmax. The 6.0 will haul it just fine, but the Duramax is the best choice. You won’t be disappointed either way, but if you’ve got the extra cash, go with the diesel. Dmax if money isn’t a factor. I appreciate the responses.

What’s the horsepower of the new Chevy Silverado?

The all-new 6.6-liter gasoline V8 was specifically designed for heavy duty use. It will be in the new Silverado and GMC Sierra HD trucks. The gas V8 is rated at 401 hp and 464 lb-ft of torque. It’s mated to an updated 6-speed automatic transmission.

Is there a 6.6L Duramax in the Silverado?

GM’s 6.6L L5P Duramax joined the ranks of Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD trucks in 2017. While the trucks’ exteriors looked very similar to the LML Duramax, with exception to the newly found hood-scoop, the L5P diesel engine hardly resembles the old LML at all.

What kind of engine does a Chevy Duramax have?

In 2017, the 6.6L V-8 L5P Duramax Diesel engine is introduced on Chevy HD and GMC HD trucks. The new L5P is the most capable Duramax thus far offering 445 horsepower @2,800 rpm and 910 lb-ft of torque at 1,600 rpm. No significant changes were made to 2019 models.

What kind of engine does Chevy Silverado 2500 have?

However, what really matters is the extreme capability of the Silverado 2500 HD with the Diesel engine. The “extreme” part starts with the monstrous 910 lb-ft of torque from the 6.6-liter V8 Turbo Diesel Duramax engine and its 445 horsepower to keep things in motion.

What’s the tow capacity for a new Duramax?

A new body-style is added, new towing technology and features are available and the L5P Duramax is updated to help support a new max tow capacity of 35,500 lbs. That’s a 50% increase over 2019 models. A 10-speed Automatic Allison Transmission replaces the 6-speed unit found on older L5P variants. A 6.6L Gas engine is introduced.