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Haul in style and with the utmost confidence with the GMC Sierra towing capacity. Each pickup in the lineup offers competitive specs, like the Sierra 1500 truck’s exceptional maximum towing capacity of up to 13,300 pounds.1
Read on to compare the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2500 HD vs. 3500 HD towing capacity. Once you do, visit Parks Buick GMC Kernersville to test drive the Sierra lineup and see which truck best suits your needs.
To get an idea of what you can expect, take a look at the maximum 2024 GMC Sierra towing capacity and payload ratings in the base trim with the standard powertrain for each truck:
| 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Pro | 2024 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Pro | 2024 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Pro | |
| Standard Engine | 2.7L TurboMax 4-Cyl | 6.6L Gas V-8 | 6.6L Gas V-8 |
| Horsepower | 310 | 401 | 401 |
| Torque | 430 lb-ft | 464 lb-ft | 464 lb-ft |
| Max Conventional Towing Capacity | 9,500 lbs1 | 16,000 lbs1 | 18,700 lbs1 with DRW |
| Max Payload Capacity | 2,230 lbs2 | 4,039 lbs2 | 7,234 lbs2 with DRW |
But, across the various configurations of a GMC Sierra 1500, 2500 HD, or 3500 HD, you can get different specs. Let’s see how each Sierra pickup earns their maximum towing capacities.
A Double Cab GMC Sierra 1500 for sale with 2WD, the available 3.0-liter Duramax turbo diesel engine, and the Max Trailering Package is the configuration that can tow the most, namely 13,300 pounds.1 This is achieved with conventional towing. The maximum fifth-wheel and gooseneck towing capacity is 10,000 pounds1 when configured properly.
The new GMC Sierra 2500 HD tow capacity with a Crew Cab, the available 6.6-liter Duramax turbo diesel engine, and the Max Trailering Package comes in at 20,000 pounds.1 This is the maximum conventional towing capacity. For reference, the maximum fifth-wheel and gooseneck towing capacity is 22,430 pounds1 with the right configuration.
The new GMC Sierra 3500 HD with a Crew Cab offers a maximum conventional towing capacity of 20,000 pounds1 when equipped with the 6.6-liter Duramax turbo diesel engine. It reaches its towing capacity peak at 36,000 pounds1 via a gooseneck configuration with the Regular Cab, 2WD, DRW layout, 6.6-liter Duramax turbo diesel engine, and Max Trailering Package.
The GMC Sierra towing capacity is made possible by a strong frame, in-depth available towing equipment, and a broad selection of engines. When you choose our 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 specials, this popular truck can come equipped with one of four hearts.
The first is the 2.7-liter TurboMax four-cylinder engine making 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque and achieving a maximum towing capacity of 9,500 pounds.1
With the available 5.3-liter V-8 engine delivering 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque, the GMC Sierra 1500 towing capacity can reach a maximum of 11,200 pounds.1
The available 6.2-liter V-8 engine renders 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque, which can help you get a maximum towing capacity of 13,100 pounds.1
Choose the available 3.0-liter Duramax turbo diesel engine with its 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet of torque to get the model’s powerful diesel towing capacity of up to 13,300 pounds.1
Likewise, the GMC Sierra 2500 HD for sale takes on life’s toughest towing tasks with uncompromising strength. This heavy-duty model has two engines on offer.
The first is a 6.6-liter V-8 engine making 401 horsepower and 464 pound-feet of torque, helping achieve a maximum conventional towing capacity of up to 14,500 pounds.3
Or, the available 6.6-liter Duramax turbo-diesel V-8 engine offers you 445 horsepower and 910 pound-feet of torque, and a maximum GMC Sierra 2500 HD towing capacity of up to 18,500 pounds.3
The 2024 GMC Sierra 3500 HD for sale offers the same two engines as its 2500 HD sibling. However, comparing the GMC Sierra 2500 HD vs. 3500 HD towing capacity reveals that a stronger chassis helps the Sierra 3500 HD haul harder.
Specifically, the 6.6-liter gas V-8 engine gives a maximum conventional towing capacity of up to 18,700 pounds1 with a DRW layout. It offers a maximum fifth-wheel and gooseneck towing capacity of 19,080 pounds.1
The available 6.6-liter Duramax turbo diesel V-8 provides you with a maximum conventional towing capacity of 20,000 pounds1 and a maximum gooseneck towing capacity of 36,000 pounds,1 the highest of the GMC Sierra towing capacity range.
Like the GMC Sierra towing capacity figures, the lineup’s payload capacities are a well-engineered way to haul it all.
The GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2500 HD vs. 3500 HD payload capacity begins with the Sierra 1500. With the model equipped and configured properly, the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 offers drivers a maximum base payload capacity of 2,230 pounds2 to get the job done.
With the right cab, bed, and engine configuration and its strong chassis getting to work, the 2024 Sierra 2500 HD provides a maximum payload capacity of 4,094 pounds.2
Moving to the even stronger member of the GMC Sierra truck lineup, the 2024 Sierra 3500 HD uses its beefy frame and robust capability to give you an incredible maximum payload capacity of 7,234 pounds2 when properly equipped.
Now that you’ve learned more about the GMC Sierra towing capacity across its three models, you’ll likely want to see all the advanced towing features and experience the power in person. If that’s the case, swing by Parks Buick GMC Kernersville to hit the road with a GMC Sierra test drive and discover our truck lease deals today.
Comparing the GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2500 HD vs. 3500 HD revolves around their capabilities. They share many trims and features, but the Sierra 1500 is a light-duty member, while the Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD are heavy-duty haulers. The Sierra 3500 HD has a stronger chassis than the Sierra 2500 HD, letting it tow and carry payload with higher maximum ratings.
The heavy-duty 2024 GMC Sierra 3500 HD has the highest GMC Sierra towing capacity, a maximum gooseneck towing capacity of up to 36,000 pounds.1 The new GMC Sierra 3500 HD truck offers an equally impressive maximum payload capacity of up to 7,234 pounds,2 letting you bring just about anything along for the ride. See it in action today.
Yes, the 2024 GMC Sierra 2500 HD is classified as a full-size, three-quarter-ton pickup truck. The one-ton GMC Sierra 3500 HD offers a higher payload and towing capacity if you’re looking for even heavier-duty truck action. Or, the half-ton GMC Sierra 1500 truck can offer competitive strength with a more agile stature. Contact our GMC dealership for more information on the GMC truck lineup.
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1Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.
2These maximum payload ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it to haul people or cargo, carefully review the vehicle loading section of the Owner’s Manual and check the carrying capacity of your specific vehicle on the label on the inside of the driver’s door jamb.