Chevrolet C20 Silverado
Built: 1976-1982 · Series: C20
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Chevrolet C20 – the three-quarter-tonne class of the C/K series: Cheyenne, Crew Cab and Silverado, eight-cylinder engines from 5,657 to 7,440 cc, 129 to 139 kW, gross vehicle weight 3,500 kg
The Chevrolet C20, like the C30, belongs to General Motors' C/K series and represents the roughly three-quarter-tonne payload class; the C denotes rear-wheel drive. The Cheyenne, Crew Cab, Pick-up and Silverado versions listed here show the series' trim levels: Cheyenne as the mid-range and Silverado as the upper trim, each combined with a single or double cab.
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The register lists here 5 versions with eight-cylinder engines only, of 5,657 to 7,440 cc, power outputs of 129 to 139 kW, kerb weights of 2,363 to 2,720 kg against a gross vehicle weight of 3,500 kg, lengths of 5,520 to 6,350 mm and widths of 2,000 to 2,100 mm.
The C20 was the middle link between the light C10 and the heavy C30, serving in the US and Canada as a base for pickups, motorhome conversions and light commercial vehicles; competitors were the Ford F-250 and the Dodge D200. A technically near-identical four-wheel-drive version was badged K20. The large-displacement V8 engines meant high towing capacity with comparatively simple technology.
A used-buying check should cover rust on the frame and spring mounts, brake condition given the vehicle's weight, the clutch and transmission, and on Crew Cab versions the bodywork around the rear doors. Parts for the V8 engines and running gear are well supported on the US aftermarket.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Chevrolet C20, Chevrolet (General Motors, Hersteller)
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 139 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 8correct |
| Displacement | 7,400 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 6,350 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,020 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 4,170 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,592 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 3,500 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Gears | 3correct |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 4correct |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 53.6 kW/t (139 kW / 2.6 t)
Stronger than 16% of the trucks in the register — out of 25,242 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Chevrolet C20 Silverado have?
The Chevrolet C20 Silverado delivers 139 kW.
How much does the Chevrolet C20 Silverado weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,592 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Chevrolet C20 Silverado?
3,500 kg.
What engine does the Chevrolet C20 Silverado have?
8 cylinders, 7,400 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Chevrolet C20 Silverado?
6,350 mm × 2,020 mm.
When was the Chevrolet C20 Silverado built?
Production years: 1976-1982.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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Sources: RDW — Dutch national vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · How we check the data
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