Chevrolet Silverado HD , Designed to be stronger, smarter and safer than ever. " The heavy-duty pickup s are tools that people use to...
" The heavy-duty pickups are tools that people use to heavy trailers and haul large loads," said Jeff Lucas, Chief Executive of Engineering. “A great tool as the new 2015 Chevrolet Silverado HD work not only makes the job easier , and helps you feel more confident to face the very difficult job . "
A new style abroad more cooling air flow , which allows the Duramax 6.6-liter turbo diesel engine and Chevy Silverado Vortec V -8 6.0 liter improve maximum power, even with heavy loads and high temperatures. The bi - fuel V8 engine of 6.0 liters that can run on gasoline or compressed natural gas, regularly available cab, crew- cab and double -cab new Silverado 2500 and 3500.
Integrated Speed Control, Auto Grade Braking and diesel exhaust brake (diesel models in); which allows the charge lasts easier.
To enable Auto Grade Braking with gasoline or diesel in Chevrolet Silverado HD, the driver presses and holds the button tow / haul of the gear lever for three seconds. Then automatically slows when necessary to allow transmission of engine braking to help slow the vehicle.
Furthermore, Duramax diesel models, the driver can also activate the Diesel exhaust brake, which uses variable vanes in the turbocharger to create a smooth and silent against extra pressure in the engine to help slow the vehicle. The combination of exhaust brake and transmission downshifts automatically help the driver maintain the desired speed, even on long steep road cuts.
The maximum available payload is 7,374 pounds, the best for any pickup HD, compared to 7.222 pounds of competence. Maximum available towing 19,600 pounds with the factory hitch available above 18.000 pounds of competence. The maximum available using the fifth wheel trailer is 23,200 pounds, 22,500 pounds above your competition.
The 2015 Chevrolet Silverado HD is available in more than 150 combinations of cabins, bed lengths, propulsion systems, drive trains and gear ratios, allowing customers exact specification truck for its towing and hauling needs.
The proven 6.6L Duramax turbo diesel and the combination of the automatic transmission six-speed Allison 1000 are still available in both Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and Silverado 3500.
Capable of producing 397 horsepower and 765 lb - ft of torque, the Duramax diesel engine has piezo - actuated injectors to improve performance and efficiency, and variable nozzle turbocharger which also act as an exhaust brake to help speed control of the vehicle when necessary in the long descents.
The Allison 1000 has a driver shift control tap up / tap down and tow / haul mode reduces shift cycling for better control and improved cooling when towing or hauling heavy loads.
The standard engine on all 2015 Chevrolet Silverado HD is a Vortex 6.0L gas V -8 with continuously variable valve timing, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. This engine is capable of producing 360 horsepower and 380 lb -ft of torque on Silverado 2500 and is designed specifically for low end torque. In the 3500s models is achieved producing 322 horsepower. The pills are either version Flex Fuel E85.
A bi - fuel version of the 6.0L V - 8 with special hardened valves and valve seats to allow operation on gasoline or compressed natural gas , will be available in three models of the new Chevrolet Silverado HD – Regular cab , crew cab and double cab .
StabiliTrack standard trailer sway control on all models, including 3,500 dually. All new cabins and interiors provide more space and comfort, with ample storage space to fit the way customers use the full-size trucks. Chevrolet My Link, which provides a powerful connectivity for work or family with simple and intuitive controls. New boxes 6.5 and 8 feet Corner Step standard for bumpers, EZ Lift and lower rear doors
