How many Chevy Longhorns were made?
There were zero production Chevrolet Longhorns.
The Longhorn name is more commonly associated with other brands’ pickups, and Chevrolet has never formally released a model or trim by that designation. This article reviews what is known and why the official count is zero.
Background: The Longhorn name in pickup branding
Across the pickup market, “Longhorn” has been used as a premium or Western-themed branding element by several automakers. The best-known uses appear in Ram’s Longhorn editions and, in some cases, Ford’s styling cues around large-trailer-inspired trims. Chevrolet has not adopted the Longhorn badge for a production vehicle.
What counts as a Chevrolet Longhorn?
To date, Chevrolet has no documented production model, trim, or edition bearing the Longhorn name in official catalogs, press materials, or dealer literature. Below are the factual points most frequently cited in production histories and automotive reference sources.
Before examining the specific points, note that the absence of a Chevrolet Longhorn is consistent across Chevrolet’s historical record and contemporary lineup.
- Official production count: 0 units of a Chevrolet Longhorn exist in Chevrolet’s production history.
- Chevrolet catalogs and press materials: There is no listing of a “Longhorn” model or trim in Chevrolet’s official literature.
- Brand context: The Longhorn badge is associated with other brands (for example, Ram’s editions and the broader Western-l themed trims in the industry), not Chevrolet.
In sum, while the Longhorn name appears in other brands’ truck lineups, there is no documented Chevrolet Longhorn, making the official count zero.
Context: The Longhorn name in the broader truck market
Understanding why the question persists helps: Ram has used the Longhorn designation in its own model lineups, and Ford’s King Ranch branding has created a market expectation for premium Western-themed trims. These associations often lead to rumors or misattributions that a Chevrolet Longhorn once existed, even though no such model was produced by Chevrolet.
Why the question remains relevant to collectors and enthusiasts
Fans and historians frequently encounter unclear or anecdotal references online. The lack of a Chevrolet Longhorn in official records means any claimed production figures would require strong documentary evidence, which currently does not exist.
Summary
The official answer to how many Chevrolet Longhorns were made is simple: none. There is no production Chevrolet Longhorn—no model, trim, or edition listed in Chevrolet’s catalogs or press materials. The Longhorn name is used by other brands, which fuels ongoing confusion among fans, but Chevrolet itself has never brought a Longhorn-branded vehicle to market. For collectors, this means zero production units and a clear distinction from the Longhorn editions offered by Ram.
