Heavy Duty trucks represent the ultimate in power and towing you can find in the US market, with these behemoths bringing big size and capable handling to even the biggest jobs. Two of the better options available in the market this year are the Super Duty, from Ford and the Silverado HD from Chevrolet. In today’s review we’ll be taking a look at them both as we go in depth on this HD truck comparison for contractors and those needing a premium work horse.
Key Takeaways
- The 2025 Silverado HD is improved, adding the Trail Boss package to the LT and LTX trims.
- The Limited Trim is dropped on the Super Duty, with a new Platinum Plus, an add-on to the Platinum, taking its place.
- Trailer technology is updated on the Super Duty, meaning it can now best meet even the toughest towing demands with ease.
What are the new updates for the 2025 Silverado HD?
The 2025 Chevy Silverado HD gains a new Trail Boss package, available on the LT and LTX trims. This package adds an off-road suspension, distinctive 20-inch wheels, and exclusive styling details. While it's geared for rugged terrain, it doesn't go as far as the hardcore Silverado 2500HD ZR2 in terms of off-road capability.
Elsewhere in the lineup, updates are minimal: the High Country now includes adaptive cruise control as standard, the Custom trim gets an optional Black-Out package, the Midnight Edition receives new 20-inch wheels, and front and rear parking sensors are now available on the Work Truck, Custom, and LT trims.
Is Ford changing the Super Duty in 2025?
Ford is updating the Super Duty in 2025. The top-tier Limited trim has been dropped, but in its place comes a reshuffling of trim options. A new Platinum Plus package now sits at the top of the lineup, available as an add-on to the Platinum trim. The updated Platinum trim features a Black Onyx interior with Platinum Blue accents, body-color door handles, and black grille and tailgate graphics. Opting for the Platinum Plus package—available only with the turbodiesel engine—adds a satin-finish grille and exterior accents, a Smoked Truffle interior, and a host of high-end luxury features, effectively making it the new range-topping configuration.
Also new for 2025 are two paint colors—Avalanche and Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat—available on XLT trims and above. Enhanced Trailer Technology bundles are now offered, which include trailer tire pressure monitoring, a blind-spot warning system that accounts for trailer length, and auxiliary camera support.
Which one can tow and haul more: Super Duty vs Silverado HD?
The Super Duty boasts a maximum 8000-pound capacity for payload and can tow up to 40,000 pounds with a gooseneck hitch, 35,000 with fifth wheel setup, and 30,000 with conventional hitch arrangement. The gasoline-powered Silverado HD can tow up to 17,400 pounds, and the diesel version can pull up to 36,000 pounds. The strongest Silverado 3500HD with the regular cab and dual-rear-wheel axle can carry up to 7442 pounds of payload. Clearly the Super Duty wins out in this head to head. If you have a big job, the Super Duty is your truck.
Summary
Between the two, the Super Duty stands out as being the best deal for your toughest towing jobs - if you need it hitched to the back of your truck, the Super Duty has it handled and then some. It’s built Ford Tough - and thats the exact attitude needed to succeed in the Fullsize Pickup class. Be sure to pick up your Super Duty in either its F-250 or F-350 configuration to get the ultimate in power a pickup is capable of. We can help you find your perfect Super Duty at Jarrett Scott Ford in Plant City, FL.