Chevy Silverado Trailer Hitch Buyer’s Guide (Canada)

Shopping a hitch for a Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Canada? Use this page to pick the right generation and class, then jump to your year page and real CURT parts we stock.

Built for Canadian Silverado 1500 owners. Free shipping on CURT hitches from Lots of Parts.
Jump to your year below, or start with the hitch buying guide, Class 3 vs Class 4, and wiring guide. Prefer the full index? Open the towing guides hub. Also see the F-150 hitch buyer’s guide if you are comparing half-tons.

Official CURT videos (Silverado & hitch basics)

Public videos from the CURT YouTube channel (@curtmfg). Watch an install for your generation, then the selection / ball-mount primers.

If an embed does not load, use the YouTube link under each card.

Install: CURT 14006 on a Chevy Silverado

CURT · Class 4 hitch install (K2XX era)

Watch a Class 4 14006 go on a Silverado — useful when you are comparing Class 3 vs Class 4 for 2014–2018 trucks.

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How to Select a Trailer Hitch

CURT · Hitch class & fitment basics

CURT’s selection overview — class, capacity, and why vehicle-specific receivers matter on a half-ton Silverado.

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Ball Mount & Trailer Ball

CURT · Drop, rise, and ball size

Match drop/rise and ball diameter to your Silverado’s ride height and trailer coupler after the receiver is installed.

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Install: CURT 13208 on Silverado 2500 HD

CURT · Related GM truck install techniques

HD install techniques (fishwire, frame bolts, torque) that still teach good habits when you wrench on a 1500.

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Silverado 1500 generations (quick map)

Hitch part numbers follow the frame and bumper — not just “it’s a Silverado.” Use this map, then open your year page.

Generation Model years What to expect
GMT900 2007–2013 Classic half-ton. Strong Class 3 coverage such as CURT 13301 (spans into K2XX) and earlier options like CURT 13322. Confirm bed and bumper on the year page.
K2XX 2014–2018 Popular Class 3: CURT 13175. Need more capacity? Step to Class 4 CURT 14006 (see install video above). Never exceed the truck’s tow and payload numbers.
T1XX 2019–2025 (+) Common Class 3 without a factory receiver: CURT 13393. With a factory receiver path, some trucks look at CURT 15307. Wiring often pairs with CURT 56072 on select late GM 1500s.

Always verify year, cab, bed, Multi-Flex / MultiPro notes, and “excluding factory receiver” exclusions. Lowest rating among truck, hitch, ball mount, and trailer always wins.

Jump to your Silverado 1500 year page

Class 3 vs higher on a Silverado 1500

Most common

Class 3 · 2" receiver

The everyday half-ton choice: boats, utility trailers, campers within truck ratings, plus bike racks and cargo carriers. Uses a 2" receiver. Often WD-capable within the hitch’s WD rating.

Step up

Class 4 / Class 5 · heavier duty

Choose Class 4 or 5 when trailer and truck ratings support higher weights and you want the hitch to match. Example for 2014–2018: CURT 14006. For select 2019–2026 trucks with a factory receiver path: CURT 15307.

  • Watch the 14006 install video above for a real Class 4 Silverado mount
  • Heavier campers may need weight distribution — WD guide
  • In-bed 5th-wheel / gooseneck is different — in-bed hitch guide

CURT SKUs we stock for common Silverado years

Real parts from our catalog. Verify your exact year and options on each product page before you order:

CURT 13393Class 3 Hitch · 2019–2026 GM 15002" Class 3 for select Silverado / Sierra 1500s — confirm factory-receiver exclusions CURT 13175Class 3 Hitch · 2014–2018 GM 1500Vehicle-specific Class 3 for K2XX Silverado / Sierra 1500 CURT 14006Class 4 Hitch · 2014–2018 GM 1500Higher-capacity Class 4 when ratings and trailer demand it — see install video CURT 15307Class 5 Hitch · 2019–2026 w/ factory receiverXtra Duty path for select late GM 1500s already equipped with a factory receiver CURT 56072Wiring Harness · late GM 15007-way wiring support for select 2019–2026 Silverado / Sierra 1500 applications

Wiring & brake control on the Silverado

Step 1Know your package

Factory tow packages may include a receiver, 7-way, and brake controller. Aftermarket builds need each piece planned.

Step 2Lights first

Use a vehicle-specific harness so turn / stop lamps behave. See the wiring guide.

Step 3Brakes next

Electric-brake trailers need a controller + breakaway kit — brakes & breakaway guide.

Step 4Troubleshoot

No lights or one side out? Use the light troubleshooting checklist.

Ball mount, pin, and ride height

  • After the receiver is on, level the trailer with the right drop or rise and ball size.
  • An unlevel trailer hurts stability and can overload the rear of the truck.
  • Read the ball mount guide and watch the CURT ball-mount video above.
  • Torque the hitch pin / clip (or lock) every trip.
  • Heavier travel trailers may need weight distribution — see the WD guide and sway control guide.

Canada buyer checklist

  • Confirm the application: Year, cab, bed, tow package, and “excluding factory receiver” notes before you buy.
  • Respect GM’s numbers: Owner’s manual / door sticker beat any hitch brochure.
  • Plan electrical: 4-flat vs 7-way, converters, and brake-controller plug.
  • Salt & seasons: Inspect the receiver, plugs, and breakaway battery each spring. Clean after winter brine.
  • Accessories: Bike racks and cargo carriers still load the hitch — see the bike / cargo guide and lock & safety guide.

Related guides

F-150 Buyer’s GuideHalf-ton comparison flagship Class 3 vs Class 4When to step up a class Brakes & BreakawayElectric vs surge, controllers, 7-way Wiring GuideHarnesses and converters Ball Mount GuideDrop, rise, tongue weight Towing Guides HubAll guides + popular YMM landers

Shop Trailer Hitches

Browse CURT Class 1–5 receivers with Canada-wide free shipping — then open your Silverado year page for fitment context.

Open trailer hitches →

Also useful

Finish the setup with mounts, wiring, and accessories once the receiver is chosen.

Ball mounts →
Wiring & electrical →
Hitch accessories →
Shop hitch by vehicle →

More help: towing guides hub · how to choose a hitch · weight distribution · contact support

Shop Trailer Hitches

Browse CURT Class 1–5 receivers with Canada-wide free shipping — then open your Silverado year page for fitment context.

Open trailer hitches →

Also useful

Finish the setup with mounts, wiring, and accessories once the receiver is chosen.

Ball mounts →
Wiring & electrical →
Hitch accessories →
Shop hitch by vehicle →

More help: towing guides hub · how to choose a hitch · weight distribution · contact support