Automatic Transmissions:
- 4L60E 4-speed automatic:
- 1st gear: 3.06:1
- 2nd gear: 1.62:1
- 3rd gear: 1.00:1
- 4th gear: 0.70:1
- 4L80E 4-speed automatic (heavy-duty models):
- 1st gear: 3.09:1
- 2nd gear: 1.67:1
- 3rd gear: 1.00:1
- 4th gear: 0.75:1
Manual Transmissions:
- NV3500 5-speed manual:
- 1st gear: 4.02:1
- 2nd gear: 2.36:1
- 3rd gear: 1.41:1
- 4th gear: 1.00:1
- 5th gear: 0.75:1
- NV4500 5-speed manual (heavy-duty models):
- 1st gear: 5.61:1
- 2nd gear: 3.38:1
- 3rd gear: 1.93:1
- 4th gear: 1.32:1
- 5th gear: 1.00:1
Rear Axle Ratios:
The rear axle ratio further influences the overall gear reduction from the transmission to the wheels. Common axle ratios for the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado include:
- 3.42:1
- 3.73:1
- 4.10:1
- 4.56:1
These gear ratios are typically matched with specific engine and transmission combinations to achieve desired performance and fuel efficiency characteristics for different configurations of the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.