Such as light trailer loads and bed capacity. As far as trucks go, these models are more intended for the daily driver. Built and engineered with their needs in mind. A half-ton truck is the truck that you might consider using on a daily basis with minimal hauling needs, great for general utility needs.
Overview: The Silverado is built for a lighter work load and designed for more drive-ability, comfort, and efficiency. Moving up in weight class to three quarter tons, the Chevy Silverado HD is specified as a heavy duty truck. One of the first notable differences is the fuel economy. Though worse, the size of the tank is also increased for the three quarter ton Silverado.
If you find the half ton lacking in power or towing capacity, the is for you. Consider your needs carefully though as the trade-off for all that power is fuel economy. Overview: The HD is built to accommodate larger workloads and rougher conditions, perfect for farm work or off road conditions.
The and later K-series got a heavy-duty Dana 60 front axle, while and later models received a new "shift-on-the-fly" aluminum transfer case and automatic locking hubs. Diesels were an option on two-wheel-drive models only until GM dropped the live front axle for its new GMT platform, opting instead for a four-wheel independent arrangement. The four-wheel drive sports appearance package was an option on four-wheel-drive models only, and consisted mainly of black bumpers and trim, wheel flares, mirrors and custom-made inch aluminum rims.
Aside from the transfer case and required drivetrain, fourth-generation C- and K-series trucks were almost identical. Become a GM-Trucks. Sign in with Facebook. Sign in with Twitter. Sign in with Google. Start new topic. Recommended Posts. Posted March 16, Link to post Share on other sites. Bostonsfavson 0 Posted March 16, VMax 2 Posted March 16, Archived This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. Go to topic listing. Recently Browsing 0 members No registered users viewing this page.
Newest Member MikC Joined 2 minutes ago. While the Chevy Silverado , and are technically the same model, the weight class they are in, the half-ton, three-quarter ton, and one ton weight classes, will make all the difference. The different classes really are a night and day difference and will require some planning and fore thought before a decision is made for which truck suits your needs.
Silverado Comparisons. Just what is the difference between the three heavy duty models? Trucks are on the road to serve greater purposes than transportation. Determining which model is right for, the daily demands of its owner will influence this decision the most. This size of truck is reflected in the title of , or
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