Quick Facts:
- Topic: Silverado 1500 curb weight for the 2027 model year.
- Lightest: 4,560 lb, a 2.7L TurboMax Regular Cab with two-wheel drive.
- Heaviest: 6,140 lb, a 3.0L Duramax diesel 4WD Crew Cab ZR2.
- 6.6L V8 ZR2: 5,990 lb in a 4WD Crew Cab.
- Change from 2026: the floor rose 150 lb and the ceiling rose 430 lb.
- 2026 range: 4,410 to 5,710 lb, per Chevrolet.
- Source: GM Newsroom 2027 Silverado specs table, updated October 2, 2026.
- On sale: expected at the end of 2026, with the Work Truck starting at $41,395 including destination.
- Best for: Trail Boss and ZR2 shoppers who plan around payload.
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Overview
The 2027 Silverado 1500 curb weight runs from 4,560 lb to 6,140 lb, according to the GM Newsroom release. A 2.7L Regular Cab with two-wheel drive is the lightest, while the 3.0L Duramax diesel Crew Cab ZR2 is the heaviest.
Chevrolet lists its 2026 trucks at 4,410 lb to 5,710 lb. As a result, the 2027 floor sits 150 lb higher and the ceiling sits 430 lb higher. Curb weight counts the empty truck with standard fluids, but no driver, passengers or cargo. Payload equals the gross vehicle weight rating minus curb weight. A heavier truck with the same rating therefore carries less.
Chevrolet lists seven trims, and three of them are lifted: the ZR2, the Trail Boss and the Custom Trail Boss. Pricing shapes which weight you buy, so check the 2027 Silverado price by trim before you pick an engine.
Extra weight also changes how you manage tires. Because a heavier truck needs the right pressure for its load, a good compressor matters. The VIAIR 400P/40043 12V Portable Air Compressor is built for truck and SUV tires, so it handles the refill. Pressure checks come from the AstroAI Digital Tire Pressure Gauge. For example, the Boulder Tools Heavy Duty Rapid Tire Deflator drops pressure for rough ground. The gear below suits a full-size truck in the 5,000 lb to 6,000 lb class.
Tire and air gear for a heavier full-size truck
Boulder Tools Heavy Duty Rapid Tire Deflator and Molle Pouch
Silverado 1500 Curb Weight by Engine
Engine choice moves the number most inside one body style. For example, in a 4WD Crew Cab with the 5-foot-6 bed, the 2.7L weighs 5,060 lb and the 5.7L V8 weighs 5,370 lb. The diesel weighs 5,410 lb, while the 6.6L V8 weighs 5,810 lb. As a result, the 6.6L sits 750 lb above the 2.7L.
Each engine also spans a range by cab, bed and drivetrain. The 2.7L TurboMax runs from 4,560 lb to 5,250 lb. With the 5.7L V8, the range is 4,830 lb to 5,640 lb. GM lists the diesel only in Crew Cabs, from 5,230 lb to 6,140 lb.
GM’s release lists every cab, bed and drivetrain. It also publishes base payload for 4WD Crew Cabs. The 2.7L leads at 2,040 lb, followed by the 5.7L at 1,940 lb and the diesel at 1,810 lb. In contrast, the 6.6L trails at 1,510 lb, a figure GM ties to the ZR2. As a result, the 6.6L ZR2 leaves you the least room for gear in this list.
2027 vs. 2026: How Silverado 1500 Curb Weight Changed
Chevrolet’s 2026 Silverado page gives two firm comparison points. The lightest truck gained 150 lb, and the heaviest gained 430 lb.
| Configuration | 2026 (lb) | 2027 (lb) | Gain (lb) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 2WD Regular Cab (lightest) | 4,410 | 4,560 | +150 |
| 3.0L diesel 4WD Crew Cab ZR2 (heaviest) | 5,710 | 6,140 | +430 |
Chevrolet’s 2026 page publishes only the range, so this table covers the two ends. The trucks between them will differ, and the V8s changed too. Chevrolet’s 2026 lineup used a 5.3L and a 6.2L, while 2027 lists a 5.7L and a 6.6L.
2027 Silverado Trail Boss and ZR2 Weights
GM gives the ZR2 its own rows and lists the other lifted trucks under a Lifted label. Those rows therefore point to the Trail Boss and Custom Trail Boss. Lifted trucks weigh 5,170 lb to 5,650 lb, depending on engine, cab and bed.
Scale weight differs from the base figure. For example, Car and Driver lists a curb weight of 5,616 lb for the 2027 Silverado Trail Boss with the 5.7L V8 it tested. This figure sits 166 lb above GM’s heaviest lifted 5.7L number of 5,450 lb, so leave a margin when you plan loads.
The 2027 Silverado ZR2 carries the highest numbers. For instance, the diesel ZR2 weighs 6,140 lb, which is 570 lb more than the lifted diesel Crew Cab at 5,570 lb. The 6.6L ZR2 weighs 5,990 lb, 180 lb above the standard 6.6L at 5,810 lb.
Estimated ZR2 and Lifted Crew Cab Payload
GM lists a maximum gross vehicle weight rating of 7,500 lb for the ZR2 Crew Cab and 7,300 lb for lifted Crew Cabs. Subtracting curb weight leaves about 1,360 lb for the diesel ZR2, 1,510 lb for the 6.6L ZR2 and 1,730 lb for the lifted diesel. Those are estimates, because the sticker on your truck sets the exact rating. Our Trail Boss vs ZR2 comparison covers the rest of the trim differences.
Weight also matters when you get stuck. Our guide to kinetic rope vs snatch strap explains which suits which job. The Bubba Rope 30-Foot Off-Road Power Stretch Kinetic Kit lists a 28,600 lb breaking strength. For connection points, the Rhino USA Synthetic Soft Shackle Rope (2-Pack) lists a 44,050 lb minimum break strength. Also, the CURT 45832 D-Ring Shackle Mount Trailer Hitch fits a 2-inch receiver. Since the truck nears 6,000 lb, choose gear rated well above its weight.
Recovery gear for a truck near 6,000 lb
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What This Means for You
Start with payload, not curb weight, since payload sets how much gear the truck carries. If you tow or haul, check the 6.6L ZR2 closely. Its listed payload is 1,510 lb, 430 lb below the 5.7L Crew Cab 4WD at 1,940 lb. GM also rates the 6.6L 4WD for 9,700 lb of maximum trailering. The 5.7L reaches 13,500 lb in its best Crew Cab 4WD setup.
Chevrolet still lists the 2026 truck on its previous-year Silverado page. Its range of 4,410 lb to 5,710 lb sits lower at both ends. If weight matters to you, compare the 2026 and 2027 stickers side by side. Weight also touches fuel economy, so read the 2027 Silverado MPG by engine before you settle.
Curb weight never reflects what you carry. Weigh your loaded truck on a scale, then compare the result to the rating on the door sticker. Our walkthrough on how to run a payload audit shows the math step by step.
Final Thoughts
Chevrolet’s 2027 range sits higher than 2026 at both ends. The floor rose 150 lb and the ceiling rose 430 lb. A heavier truck leaves less payload when the rating stays the same, so anyone who loads for the trail should recheck the numbers.
For me, the useful figure is the gap between curb weight and the weight rating, not the Silverado 1500 curb weight alone. Trail Boss and ZR2 shoppers should check this gap first, because armor, a roof tent and recovery gear all count against it.
Shop with the numbers in hand. Choose the 2.7L or the 5.7L if payload matters most, since GM lists their base payload at 2,040 lb and 1,940 lb for 4WD Crew Cabs. ZR2 shoppers should plan around about 1,360 lb with the diesel or 1,510 lb with the 6.6L. Then compare the 2027 Silverado specs above with the window sticker once the trucks reach dealers. You know your own load better than any table does. Add it up before you order.
FAQ
What is the 2027 Silverado 1500 curb weight range?
The range runs from 4,560 lb to 6,140 lb. A 2.7L Regular Cab with two-wheel drive is the lightest, and the 3.0L Duramax diesel Crew Cab ZR2 is the heaviest, according to GM.
How much does a 2027 Silverado ZR2 weigh?
The 3.0L diesel ZR2 weighs 6,140 lb, and the 6.6L V8 ZR2 weighs 5,990 lb. Both are 4WD Crew Cabs with the 5-foot-6 bed.
How much heavier is the 2027 model than the 2026?
The floor of the range rose 150 lb, from 4,410 lb to 4,560 lb. Likewise, the ceiling rose 430 lb, from 5,710 lb to 6,140 lb.
How much does a 2027 Silverado Trail Boss weigh?
GM does not name the Trail Boss in its table. Its lifted rows, which point to the Trail Boss and Custom Trail Boss, run from 5,170 lb to 5,650 lb, depending on engine, cab and bed. A lifted 5.7L Crew Cab weighs 5,370 lb or 5,450 lb.
Does higher curb weight cut payload?
Payload equals the weight rating minus curb weight. When the rating stays the same, a heavier truck carries less. Check the door sticker for your truck’s exact figure.
When does the 2027 Silverado go on sale?
Chevrolet expects the truck on sale at the end of 2026. The Work Truck starts at $41,395 including destination.