2014 Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo Owner Manual - Page 245

Driving and Operating Vehicle 6.0L V8 Axle Ratio 3.42 Maximum Trailer Weight 4 218 kg (9,300 lb) GCWR* 9-55 G3500 Passenger Van 2WD Long Wheelbase 7 257 kg (16,000 lb) *The Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment, and conversion. The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded. Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice. Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (1) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. If there are a lot of options, equipment, passengers, or cargo in the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue weight the vehicle can carry, which will also reduce the trailer weight the vehicle can tow. If towing a trailer, the tongue load must be added to the GVW because the vehicle will be carrying that weight, too. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-10 for more information about the vehicle's maximum load capacity. The trailer tongue weight (1) should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (2), up to a maximum of 181 kg (400 lb) with a weight carrying hitch. The trailer tongue weight (1) should be