2014 Chevrolet Silverado Black Ops Concept

Silverado Black Ops Concept is the Ultimate Survival Truck

DALLAS – Whether it's a hurricane the likes of which only Hollywood special effects artists could dream up or other unforeseen emergency, the Chevrolet Silverado Black Ops concept is ready for anything.
'Luck favors the prepared and the Silverado Black Ops concept is a survival kit on four wheels,' said Chevrolet design manager Dave Ross. 'This concept truck showcases the stronger, smarter and more capable elements of the 2014 Silverado and how accessories can enhance them to suit any lifestyle.'





A generator, fuel can and water can are mounted atop the storage unit, as well as a crate stocked with food. The Silverado's available CornerStep bumper makes it easier to reach into the bed to retrieve the survival gear, while the available locking tailgate with EZ-Lift-and Lower feature enables easier operation. An internal torsion bar reduces the effort to raise and lower it while a rotary damper allows for a controlled and more gradual lowering motion.

A powerful, front-mounted winch can help the Silverado Black Ops in most any catastrophe-induced predicament, while a custom cover around the winch has a bright, light-emitting diode, or LED, spot light and integrated tow hooks. The truck also has a raised suspension that provides extra ground clearance. Additional exterior concept equipment includes custom bed rails and a light bridge – equipped with forward- and rearward-facing light bars, Chevrolet Accessories bolt-on fender flares and four-inch tubular assist steps, and off-road tires mounted on custom-painted versions of the production Z71 18-inch wheels.



New, triple-sealed doors that are inlaid in the body sides and improved aerodynamics contribute to a quieter driving experience in the 2014 Silverado.

As with all 2014 Silverado 1500 models, a fully boxed, hydroformed frame is the foundation for the Black Op concept's strength and capability, with the main rails and major cross members formed from high-strength steel, providing a rigid base for maximum hauling capability.

Additional Silverado factory features include:

All-new EcoTec3 5.3L engine with 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque, delivering the best V-8 fuel economy in the segment – EPA-estimated 23 mpg highway
Maximum towing capacity of up to 12,000 pounds with an available 6.2L V-8 and Max Towing Package
Six-speed automatic transmission with hill descent control for easier, more controlled driving on grades
Revised front and rear suspensions and wider wheels that enhance the ride and handling
Fuel-saving electric power steering
Four-wheel-disc brakes with Duralife™ rotors that can double rotor life, reducing maintenance costs
StabiliTrak electronic stability control system with trailer sway control and hill start assist to enhance vehicle control
Two available, segment-first active safety technologies: forward collision alert and lane departure warning. They use a forward-mounted camera to identify and warn drivers when they are at risk of colliding with another vehicle or leaving their lane. GM's Safety Alert Seat and a rear-vision camera are also available.
'Silverado Black Ops is built upon the stronger, smarter and more capable 2014 Chevrolet Silverado,' said Ross. 'It's ready for whatever you need it for – work, recreation or challenging conditions.'


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