Used Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD
Heavy-duty one-ton · 30 listings · max towing 36,000 lb · max payload 7,442 lb
The Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD on the used market
One-ton sibling of the 2500HD, available in single rear wheel (SRW) and dual rear wheel (DRW) configurations. With the L5P Duramax and Allison 10-speed, the 3500HD DRW achieves max trailer ratings above 36,000 lb (gooseneck) — the highest in the GM HD lineup.
Bought new for serious commercial work. Used 3500HDs from a single owner with documented service are gold; flipped fleet trucks are a coin toss.
Available trims
Browse by model year
Click into any year for engine specs, towing/payload, fuel economy, common issues, and the used market value range for that model year.
Engine options across model years
| From model year | Available powertrains |
|---|---|
| 2020+ | 6.6L L8T V8 Gas · 6.6L L5P Duramax Diesel V8 (470 hp / 975 lb-ft) |
Common issues to inspect for
- Same CP4 / DEF concerns as 2500HD
- DRW tire wear monitoring critical
- Heavy frame loading from gooseneck use can stress hitch mounting points
Where the inventory is
Featured Silverado 3500HD listings
| Year & Trim | Body | Miles | Price | State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 WT 6.6L L8T V8 Gas |
Crew Cab | 76,481 mi | $25,925 | Colorado |
| 2017 High Country 6.6L L5P Duramax Diesel V8 (470 hp / 975 lb-ft) |
Extended Cab | 112,256 mi | $18,898 | Florida |
| 2017 High Country 6.6L L5P Duramax Diesel V8 (470 hp / 975 lb-ft) |
Regular Cab | 130,421 mi | $20,751 | Illinois |
| 2017 LT 6.6L L5P Duramax Diesel V8 (470 hp / 975 lb-ft) |
Extended Cab | 123,481 mi | $16,860 | New York |
| 2016 WT 6.6L L8T V8 Gas |
Crew Cab | 111,692 mi | $17,527 | Colorado |
| 2022 WT 6.6L L8T V8 Gas |
Regular Cab | 52,663 mi | $44,898 | Connecticut |
| 2018 LT 6.6L L8T V8 Gas |
Crew Cab | 100,896 mi | $20,897 | Kentucky |
| 2020 WT 6.6L L8T V8 Gas |
Extended Cab | 78,304 mi | $24,760 | Pennsylvania |
| 2021 LT 6.6L L5P Duramax Diesel V8 (470 hp / 975 lb-ft) |
Crew Cab | 67,758 mi | $29,468 | South Carolina |
| 2016 WT 6.6L L5P Duramax Diesel V8 (470 hp / 975 lb-ft) |
Extended Cab | 138,407 mi | $15,615 | California |
| 2023 LT 6.6L L5P Duramax Diesel V8 (470 hp / 975 lb-ft) |
Crew Cab | 36,495 mi | $50,834 | Colorado |
| 2020 WT 6.6L L8T V8 Gas |
Extended Cab | 58,021 mi | $29,129 | Delaware |
| 2023 LT 6.6L L8T V8 Gas |
Regular Cab | 39,134 mi | $46,254 | Florida |
| 2019 LTZ 6.6L L8T V8 Gas |
Regular Cab | 74,866 mi | $25,301 | Illinois |
| 2022 High Country 6.6L L8T V8 Gas |
Crew Cab | 37,710 mi | $38,991 | Iowa |
| 2021 High Country 6.6L L5P Duramax Diesel V8 (470 hp / 975 lb-ft) |
Regular Cab | 49,005 mi | $37,258 | Kansas |
| 2020 LTZ 6.6L L5P Duramax Diesel V8 (470 hp / 975 lb-ft) |
Extended Cab | 56,392 mi | $30,003 | Tennessee |
| 2018 LT 6.6L L8T V8 Gas |
Crew Cab | 96,873 mi | $23,913 | Tennessee |
| 2017 LT 6.6L L5P Duramax Diesel V8 (470 hp / 975 lb-ft) |
Crew Cab | 135,875 mi | $16,860 | Wisconsin |
| 2020 LT 6.6L L8T V8 Gas |
Extended Cab | 71,517 mi | $32,916 | Arizona |
Buying a used Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD — what to know
The Silverado 3500HD sits in the heavy-duty one-ton segment, where competition is fierce and used pricing varies widely by configuration, mileage, and region. The single biggest variable on used pricing is powertrain — diesel-engined trucks of any year typically command a 15–30% premium over equivalent gas trucks, even after accounting for the higher fuel cost per mile. Use the year-by-year breakdown above to confirm which powertrains were even available in the model year you are shopping.
Trim level matters next. The trim ladder for the Silverado 3500HD runs from work-spec base trims (vinyl seats, rubber floors, manual windows on older years) up through luxury-class top trims with leather, large infotainment, advanced driver assists, and air suspension. The depreciation curve on top trims is steeper than on mid-range trims, which makes 4–6 year old top-trim trucks an unusually strong used value. A 5-year-old top-trim Silverado 3500HD often costs less than a new mid-trim version with comparable mileage and far less equipment.
Mileage matters but mileage type matters more. A high-mileage Silverado 3500HD that lived a highway-commuter life is often a better long-term bet than a low-mileage truck that sat in city traffic and short trips its whole life. Ask the seller about usage patterns. Get the answer in writing if it influences your offer. And whatever the seller tells you, verify with a third-party pre-purchase inspection before signing.