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Although people say it’s a poor carpenter who blames their tools, we also know that the tools a carpenter (or anyone in a trade) uses are absolutely vital to getting a job done. In much the same way, for a lot of businesses, commercial trucks like Chevy dump trucks are equally important and can make the difference between a job getting done and a very unhappy client. Whether you’re just starting out and looking to get a dump truck or two for your business, or you’re growing and need to expand your commercial fleet, the right truck makes a huge difference.

Here at McCluskey Chevrolet, we’re obviously fans of the standard consumer Chevy trucks like the Colorado and the Silverado 1500. But we also recognize how important the commercial side of things is, and that means larger, more powerful trucks like the Silverado 3500 HD, the Silverado HD Chassis Cab models, and the Chevy Low Cab Forward (LCF). All of these fantastic models are compatible with GM’s Dump Truck upfit application, so it’s important that you choose the right one for what you need. They’re all terrific solutions; you just need to know which one will work best for you.

The GM Dump Truck Upfit

Before we get into the different Chevy commercial trucks that you should consider, let’s take a moment to discuss the most important part of a Chevy dump truck: the upfit. When looking at any truck, we like to work somewhat backward. With a consumer truck, we’d start with what you want to tow and choose a pickup that can handle it. Similarly, we start with the dump truck upfit that you want to put onto the back and then go from there.

The GM Dump Truck upfit application that’s available is a fantastic option for moving a lot of material that you need to be able to quickly and easily release. Whether you’re looking to move sand, soil, gravel, or anything else, it’s a terrific choice that fits a wide range of Chevy trucks. You’re not looking at any of the standard consumer models, like the Silverado or even the Silverado 2500 HD, for this upfit. Instead, you need to focus on the most powerful trucks that Chevy has to offer.

Great Chevy Commercial Trucks

Although you might be worried that your options are limited when it comes to great Chevy commercial trucks, in reality, you have a lot to choose from. There’s no single best option here; it really just depends on what model best meets your particular needs. Let’s take a look at each of them, what they offer, and how much you can load onto them with the GM Dump Truck upfit.

Chevy Silverado 3500 HD

If you want an impressive Chevy dump truck but you prefer a more traditional pickup design, then this is your best choice. This is the most powerful truck in Chevy’s consumer lineup and something of a crossover between their consumer and commercial trucks. It has a standard design with a cab and bed that is compatible with the GM Dump Truck upfit. That makes this a great choice if you want the option to remove the upfit and still have a fully functional pickup.

• Maximum Front GAWR: 6,000 lbs
• Maximum GVWR: 14,000 lbs
• Maximum Payload: 8,059 lbs

Chevy Silverado 3500 HD Chassis Cab

While the standard Chevy Silverado 3500 HD is a great model that works well for a lot of businesses, if you’re specifically looking for a dump truck, then the chassis cab option can be a better choice. This model gives you a lot of the same options and performance of the standard Silverado 3500 HD, but it has a chassis cab design. So you get a typical cabin, with regular and crew cabs available, along with a rear platform behind it that you can install the GM Dump Truck upfit application onto.

• Maximum Front GAWR: 6,000 lbs
• Maximum GVWR: 14,000 lbs
• Maximum Payload: 7,571 lbs

Chevy Silverado 4500 HD Chassis Cab

This is a similar option to the Silverado 3500 HD Chassis Cab, with some of the same choices available in terms of the cab size and interior. As you get into these more powerful models, however, you leave the consumer options behind, and you’re really looking at purely commercial trucks that have a lot of great features to meet your business needs. This model has a large fuel tank for fewer stops and an impressive 6.6L Duramax Turbo-Diesel V8 engine standard. Numerous body and wheelbase lengths are available for these models, so keep that in mind.

• Maximum Front GAWR: 7,500 lbs
• Maximum GVWR: 16,500 lbs
• Maximum Payload: 8,993 lbs

Chevy Silverado 5500 HD Chassis Cab

This is similar to the preceding two options, but it’s even more powerful and offers the next level of performance. While it’s not the most capable Chevy pickup in terms of raw numbers, it’s pretty close to it and a great option for a lot of businesses. Unless you’re looking for a Chevy dump truck with the ultimate available payload capacity, this one should work for you.

• Maximum Front GAWR: 7,500 lbs
• Maximum GVWR: 19,500 lbs
• Maximum Payload: 11,933 lbs

Chevy Silverado 6500 HD Chassis Cab

Here we have the pinnacle of Chevy truck design in terms of muscle and the ability to handle a truly remarkable amount of weight loaded onto it. Just like with the 4500 HD and 5500 HD models, you can choose different overall lengths and different wheelbase lengths for the 6500 HD Chassis Cab. This is important because it will impact your maximum payload on the truck, which dictates how much weight your dump truck can carry. To ensure you get something perfect for your business, both regular and crew cab options are available.

• Maximum Front GAWR: 8,000 lbs
• Maximum GVWR: 23,500 lbs
• Maximum Payload: 15,940 lbs

Chevy Silverado Low Cab Forward Models

If you’re looking for something different for your dump truck, or to add to your existing commercial fleet, then there are several Low Cab Forward models available from Chevy. These have a cab-over design that gives you a shorter front end, providing you with more space to utilize for cargo while still keeping the overall length within reason for tight maneuvering in urban areas. The engine compartment is easy to get to, so fleet maintenance remains simple, and these LCF models still have both regular and crew cabs available, which lets you configure them in an ideal way for your company.

There are numerous LCF models available: the 3500 and 4500 feature a 6.6L V8 gas engine that delivers great performance, while 4500 HD, 5500 HD, 5500 XD, and 6500 XD models come with a 5.2L I-4 Turbocharged diesel engine. Although all of these trucks are fantastic, the two XD models deliver even greater capacity than the rest with weight ratings beyond any other Chevy truck. Most of the specs between the cab chassis and LCF models are pretty similar, though there are some differences, so be sure to check the specs on any truck you like.

We Can Help You Get the Perfect Dump Truck

Still not sure which Chevy dump truck option is right for your business? We’re here to work with you and make sure you find the right option to meet your commercial truck needs. Whether you’re adding onto an established fleet or getting started and trying to find the truck that will launch your company, we can help. Call or come visit McCluskey Chevrolet today, and we’ll do everything we make sure you have the tools you need for your business to succeed.