You’re probably wondering what “adventure” and a Chevy pickup have to do with one another, but just hear me out on this. We all know that Silverado heavy-duty models are designed and primarily marketed to workers in jobs like construction – people who need a pickup that can haul loads of drywall and lumber, or lug around a trailer full of tools and machinery. But I suggest the 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500HD isn’t just for the workweek but is also a pickup perfectly suited to the adventurous out there.
What do I mean by adventurous? I’m talking about those of us who love to get away from the city for the weekend (or the week, or the month…) and just see where the road takes us. I’m talking about people who don’t just stop where the road takes you, but go beyond that, where there is nothing between you and the wilderness. People who heard Doc Brown in Back to the Future say, “Roads? Where we’re going we don’t need roads,” and took that as a lifelong call to arms! I know you’re out there adventurers, and I’m going to prove that the Chevy Silverado is a truck to consider.
Working for the Weekend
So let’s just get this out of the way: yes the 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500HD is definitely a truck designed for the working man or woman, particularly those in blue-collar fields. The impressive engine and towing capacity are typically marketed with images of piles of lumber or towering stacks of drywall piled high in the bed or a trailer. And for a lot of carpenters, drywallers, and similar tradespeople, that’s a great selling point and well worth mentioning because they really do need a truck that can deliver on the job like that.
But I’m here to suggest that the workhorse of the Monday to Friday routine shouldn’t be stabled on the weekend. The Silverado 2500HD isn’t just for hauling around building materials to a job site, it’s also about bringing a trailer full of BBQ supplies to Sunday’s tailgating party. That same power that gets the job done when it’s time to haul lumber can also get through a muddy riverbed or power up a mountain road for a weekend of camping.
The Power to Go Off-Road
When a lot of people think about off-roading they probably picture something like a Jeep, and there’s a good reason for that. The Jeep was, after all, quite literally born from the need for a rugged vehicle that could go anywhere in the European theater of World War II. Modern Jeeps are still great for driving off-road but they are certainly not the only option. After all, that light chassis bouncing around might be great for navigating tight switchbacks but isn’t always ideal for hauling a trailer full of supplies up a mountain.
That’s where the power available in the 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500HD really comes into play. I believe that those of us with an adventurous spirit need the power to not just go anywhere but also bring what we need with us. The standard engine in the Silverado 2500HD is a Vortec 6.0L V8 that provides up to 360hp and 380 lb.-ft. of torque, which is ideal for going up steep grades and handling rough terrain. If that’s not enough, there’s an available Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel engine that offers 445hp and up to 910 lb.-ft. of torque, which means it can haul anything just about anywhere.
Designed for Adventure
And that’s what the adventurous side of the 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500HD is really all about: giving you options to tackle anything. The essence of that idea is that this truck is available with either 2WD or 4WD. Let’s face it, no one is going off-road or embarking on an adventure into the unknown without 4WD to make sure you can handle whatever kind of terrain you encounter.
I’ll be honest, if 4WD wasn’t available, then I wouldn’t even be writing this. I’d be telling you about how great the Silverado 2500HD is for taking lumber from the Depot to your job site. But 4WD, when paired with a powerful engine and incredible towing capacity really makes for a truck that can take you anywhere you want to go.
Towing Capacity Isn’t Just for Lumber
Speaking of towing capacity, let’s talk a little bit about just what that means, particularly for an adventurer who wants to go new places, see new things, and bring a bit of home along for the journey. The 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500HD with the standard engine has a maximum towing capacity of more than 14,000 lbs. If you go with the available 6.6L Turbo-Diesel engine, then that limit increases to more than 15,000 lbs. So what?
So that means you can haul a whole lot of home behind you while you go on your adventure. Whether you’re talking about meeting up with friends for a cookout or some tailgating, or going off-road and heading up a mountain for some camping, you can haul a pretty big trailer or camper filled with all sorts of stuff behind you. Roughing it doesn’t have to be all twigs and berries for dinner – and bringing a piece of home into the wilds with you can make you just a bit more comfortable on your adventure.
The High Country Beckons!
There are four different trim levels available on the 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500HD, but I’m only going to discuss one of them: the High Country. Why? Because this was born for adventure without the need for sacrificing luxury features and options that just make for an all around better truck. An adventure doesn’t have to be about wrestling a bear or getting frostbite and losing a toe – an adventure just means stepping outside of your daily routine and discovering something new about yourself and the world.
You might as well do that surrounded by a safe, powerful truck that features heated and vented leather-appointed seats. The High Country trim level features 20-inch wheels for better clearance than a lot of other trucks on the road and suspension designed for hauling heavy loads or towing a trailer even on rough terrain. It also includes the trailering package, which makes it ideal for towing a camper or similar trailer.
But all of that power and ability to explore does not come at the sacrifice of luxury. The High Country includes an 8-inch touchscreen Infotainment system with Navigation, a Bose sound system, and connectivity with Bluetooth as well as 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot functionality. Plus it comes with a full suite of safety features, including front and rear park assist, forward collision alert, and StabiliTrak with trailer sway control. Going on an adventure is great, but you want to make sure you come home safely.
A Truck for an Adventurer
All of this power and these features really do come together to create a truck that works just as well for adventuring on the weekend or during a summer vacation as it does for hauling 2x4s. In the end, however, my point is simply this: don’t let your expectations about a vehicle define what it can be for you. You might have bought an SUV to take your kids to soccer practice, but that doesn’t mean you can’t load up your work friends for a Saturday night out. And the 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500HD that you bought to lug around your trailer of drywall can just as easily pull a camper loaded up with three coolers, a couple tents, and more fishing rods and outdoor supplies than a Bass Pro Shop can hold!
