Chevrolet Trucks – For Sturdy, Versatile, Light and Heavy Duty Trucks
Posted in : Chevrolet | Apr 04, 2011 | Comments 0
The Silverado is the latest full size lineup of Chevrolet trucks. These trucks are available in light duty as well as heavy duty variations. Some of the popular features of the Silverado model were its smooth and responsive handling as well as traction control system. They are the longest running and most dependable full size trucks available in the market.
The Chevrolet 1500 truck is powered by a V8 Vortec engine which has a rating of above 300 horsepower and a torque of 300 pounds feet. This truck is also available in different can configurations like extended cab and crew cab. The payload capability of this truck is 1,980 pounds for the crew cab configuration and 1,925 pounds for the extended cab configuration.
The Chevrolet 1500 model from the Silverado series had heated leather skinned seats. The entertainment options include an MP3 player and a XM satellite radio. Some other features include driver lumbar support as well as cruise control. This truck also boasts of a keyless entry. This truck is provided with a spare full size tire. The Chevrolet 1500 truck also has passenger side power windows. As a safety feature this truck also offers a Stability Control System.
The Chevrolet 3500 is a heavy duty model in the Silverado series. This truck is powered by a diesel 6.6 liter Duramax engine which is paired with a six speed Allison transmission. This truck is also compatible with the B20 biodiesel which helps to reduce NOx emissions by 60 per cent compared to the older version models.
The Chevrolet 3500 has been given a bold new design which boasts of updates to the front bumper, grille and the hood. The interior of this truck boasts of leather skinned and heated front bucket seats located on double density foam in cushions. The information center for driver displays fuel range, engine hours, transmission temperature and fuel used.
The Chevrolet 3500 truck has double glove boxes in the LT and WT trims which provide 9 liters cargo space. The regular cab configuration of this truck can seat three people, while the crew cab and the extended cab can seat six people. The suspension of these Chevrolet trucks has been redesigned with stronger and bigger components which are engineered for improving the quality of ride and also handling increased weights.
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