The Ford F-150 has the Raptor and the Ram 1500 has the TRX, but when it comes to the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, you still can’t find a high-performance option.
A few years ago, PaxPower of Houston, Texas stepped in to fill that gap with their original Jackal. The rebuild added the stout suspension and flared wheel arches inspired by Baja forerunners and coupled that with the availability of a V-8 engine.
The company has now introduced a new version of the Jackal based on the updated Silverado for 2022. The Jackal conversion can also be done on the related GMC Sierra 1500.
The conversion costs $24,950 and can be performed on any Silverado class, including the off-road capable ZR2 and ZR2 Bison classes introduced with the updated Silverado. The only requirement is that the conversion is designed for the structure with a double cabin and a short bed.

2023 PaxPower Jackal
The modification work begins with PaxPower’s proprietary wide-body design, which increases the truck’s width by eight inches. The new parts can be matched to the existing color or PaxPower can paint the entire truck a new shade.
New suspension parts are then added. These include custom suspension arms that add six inches to vehicle track and raise ride height by three inches. The Jackal also benefits from King Racing 2.5-inch coilovers front and rear, which feature remote reservoirs and adjustable damping. The rear also features progressive-rate Deaver leaf springs, which PaxPower claims to provide better handling and allow for additional travel.

2023 PaxPower Jackal
Rounding out the list of standard modifications are a high-flow Borla exhaust and 17-inch wheels wrapped in 35- or 37-inch BFGoodrich off-road tires.
On the ZR2 models, the price starts at a lower $19,950 as PaxPower retains the stock Multimatic shocks and model-specific leaf springs.

2023 PaxPower Jackal
Buyers looking to add extra performance are also catered for. The Silverado’s 6.2-liter V8 tends to be the most popular powertrain for Jackal conversions, plus PaxPower has a supercharger upgrade that boosts output to 650 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque. The upgrade, which costs an additional $12,450, also includes a high-flow intake, separate cooling system, and ECU retuning.
PaxPower also offers a range of additional accessories. Popular items include custom hoods and bumpers, as well as additional lighting, storage boxes, and interior upgrades.