2024 GMC Sierra 2500 Towing Capacity

2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD towing a trailer
 

When you need a new heavy-duty pickup, you need a durable, powerful truck that you can rely on day in and day out to get the job done. For many Apex drivers, this truck ends up being the versatile 2024 GMC Sierra 2500, the first of two models in the GMC Sierra HD lineup. Balancing power, customization, and affordability, the 2024 GMC Sierra 2500 makes a great addition to any fleet or truck enthusiast’s garage. 

Those planning to put the GMC Sierra 2500 HD to work will want to know: how much can it tow? When properly equipped, the 2024 GMC Sierra 2500 towing capacity reaches up to 22,430 pounds, a significant upgrade from previous model years. Get all the details about the GMC Sierra 2500 payload capacity and towing capabilities in this guide from Hendrick Buick GMC Cary to see which configuration of the Sierra 2500 will fit into your Holly Springs lifestyle.

 

 


2024 GMC Sierra 2500 Payload Capacity & Towing Capability

The GMC Sierra 2500 towing capacity you receive on the Raleigh roads depends on several factors, including the cab, bed size, and engine. Below, we break down the maximum GMC Sierra 2500 payload capacity, conventional towing capacity, and fifth-wheel/gooseneck towing capacity for a brief look at how this GMC pickup truck’s capabilities vary:

Maximum Conventional Towing

  • Regular Cab: 14,500 pounds
  • Double Cab: 17,900 pounds
  • Crew Cab 20,000 pounds

Maximum Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Towing

  • Regular Cab: 22,430 pounds
  • Double Cab: 18,600 pounds
  • Crew Cab: 22,070 pounds

Maximum Payload Capacity

  • Regular Cab: 4,039 pounds
  • Double Cab: 3,884 pounds
  • Crew Cab: 3,903 pounds

If you’re looking to receive the maximum towing capacity available on your favorite configuration, you’ll likely need to add the available Max Trailering Package. This package includes several features, from advanced shocks to a sturdier frame, to ensure you can get the most out of your 2024 Sierra 2500 HD. 

2024 GMC Sierra 2500 Engine Options

Of all the options that affect your GMC Sierra 2500 towing capacity, the two engine options under the hood can be the biggest factor. Each engine offers impressive performance for the Fuquay Varina roads, but which you choose will come down to how much towing and payload power you need on your day-to-day drives. See the two engine options for the 2024 Sierra 2500 HD below:

6.6L V8 Gas Engine

  • Horsepower: 401 hp
  • Torque: 464 lb-ft
  • Transmission: 10-speed automatic

6.6L Duramax Turbo-Diesel V8 Engine

  • Horsepower: 470 hp
  • Torque: 975 lb-ft
  • Transmission: Allison® 10-speed automatic

Tow With Confidence When You Choose the 2024 GMC Sierra 2500 at Hendrick Buick GMC Cary!

Take control of the Cary streets when you sit in the driver’s seat of a new GMC Sierra 2500 HD! Reach out to Hendrick Buick GMC Cary to set up a test drive, and our team will walk you through all the features, options, and accessories that can make your towing and hauling experience a breeze. Before you stop in, check out our new vehicle specials to see how Hendrick Buick GMC Cary can help you save on your next GMC pickup!

2022 GMC Sierra 2500HD towing a trailer

 
When it comes to high-powered, high-performing trucks on Raleigh streets, the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 towing capacity should be at the top of your list to explore. That’s because the GMC 2500 towing capacity can reach 18,500 pounds. This GMC Sierra HD level of power is sure to get the job done on any jobsite. Shop the inventory of the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 HD for sale at Hendrick Buick GMC Cary and find your next great truck!

 

 


2022 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Engine Specs

There are two engine options available in the GMC Sierra HD: a gas-powered engine and a diesel one. The diesel engine offer more horsepower, and significantly more torque than the gas engine, which is going to give you more towing power with your GMC Sierra HD: :

  • 6.6L V8 Engine: 401 hp/464 lb-ft of torque
  • Duramax 6.6L V8 Turbo Diesel Engine: 445 hp/910 lb-ft of torque

The diesel engine stays cool with a 28″ variable-speed cooling fan along with the factory-installed Diesel After-Run system that cools the engine after it’s been working hard. All this leads to better performance and longer engine life when you choose a GMC 2500 HD for sale at Hendrick Buick GMC Cary.

2022 GMC Sierra 2500 Towing Capacity by Engine

The GMC Sierra HD will get you around Apex with ease and style. That’s the benefit of choosing a heavy-duty full-size truck: there’s not much it can’t handle on Holly Springs streets. Take a look at how the gas and diesel engines compare side-by-side when it comes to the GMC 2500 towing capacity:

Diesel Towing & Payload*

  • Max GCWR: 27,500 pounds
  • Max Conventional Hitch: 18,500 pounds
  • Max Fifth Wheel Hitch: 18,500 pounds
  • Max Gooseneck Hitch: 18,500 pounds
  • Max Payload: 3,597 pounds

Gas Towing & Payload*

  • Max GCWR: 24,400 pounds
  • Max Conventional Hitch: 14,500 pounds
  • Max Fifth Wheel Hitch: 16,620 pounds
  • Max Gooseneck High: 16,620 pounds
  • Max Payload: 3,862 pounds

Find Your 2022 GMC 2500 HD for Sale at Hendrick Buick GMC Cary!

Now that you know the 2022 GMC Sierra towing capacity and have an idea of how it fits into your work and play needs, pay a visit to Hendrick Buick GMC Cary and feel the power for yourself with a test drive. We can help you when you shop our inventory of the 2022 GMC 25090 HD for sale. Get a great truck loan rate when you apply for financing with us.

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