2019 GMC Sierra 3500HD Towing Capacity

What will it tow?

RV Car Boat Typical trailers

2019 GMC Sierra 3500HD Trims

Towing capacity by engine

Choose a towing vehicle wisely. Make sure the engine has enough power, the gearbox is capable of withstanding heavy loads, and the axle ratio is optimal for hauling.

6.0L V-8, 4.10 axle ratio, 360 hp, 380 lb/ft - 13,000 lbs

Base 4x2 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB SRW

Maximum Towing Capacity - 13000 lb

The maximum weight that GMC Sierra 3500HD is allowed to tow. The maximum trailer weights listed are only applicable for altitudes up to 3280 ft (1,000 m) above sea level. With increasing altitude the engine power and therefore the car's climbing ability are impaired because of the reduced air density, so the maximum trailer weight has to be reduced accordingly. The weight of the car and trailer must be reduced by 10% for every further 3280 ft (1,000 m) (or part thereof).

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) - 10000 lb

This is the maximum amount of weight GMC Sierra 3500HD is rated to carry (engine, chassis, fluids, passengers, cargo, load - everything). It is often determined by the manufacturer and is indicated in the owner's manual or on the inside of the drive's door panel.

Curb Weight - 6423 lb

This is how much GMC Sierra 3500HD weighs sitting on the curb with no driver, passengers, no cargo and no load with all standard options.

Payload Capacity - 3577 lb

Payload is considered all the extra stuff you put inside your vehicle, whether it be passengers or a pile of rocks, that weight is all considered payload. You can increase it by:

Upgrading the Rear Springs.
Adding Coil-Over Shock Absorbers.
Installing a Longer Truck Bed.
Attaching a Trailer.
Adding Bed Racks.

Horsepower - 360 hp

It is the same for all trims.

The higher the power of your engine, the more weight your car can pull.

Torque - 380 Lb-Ft

It is the same for all trims.

High torque is essential for towing because it allows you to pull the trailer at a lower RPM, reducing the strain on the engine.

Axle Ratio - 4.10

It is the same for all trims.

The higher the axle ratio, the more power your vehicle produces, and as a result, the more weight this car can tow.

Drive Type - rear-wheel

All-wheel or rear-wheel drive vehicles are best suited for towing, while front-wheel drive vehicles can haul much less weight.

Transmission - 6-spd auto w/OD

It is the same for all trims.

Do not overload your vehicle while towing, as this can cause the transmission to overheat and fail. If your transmission has "Towing mode" - be sure to turn it on.

Turbocharger - intercooled turbo

It is the same for all trims.

Turbocharged engines produce more power, so if you need a vehicle for towing, choose the one equipped with a turbo.

Wheelbase - 153.7

The longer your vehicle's wheelbase, the less likely the trailer you tow will push down on the rear axle and lift the front end.

Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) - no data

It is the maximum allowable weight that can be placed on a front axle of your GMC Sierra 3500HD.

Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) - no data

It is the maximum allowable weight that can be placed on a rear axle of your GMC Sierra 3500HD.

Base 4x2 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB SRW

Base 4x2 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB DRW

Base 4x4 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB SRW

Base 4x4 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB SRW

Base 4x4 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB DRW

SLE 4x2 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB SRW

SLE 4x2 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB SRW

SLE 4x2 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB DRW

SLE 4x4 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB SRW

SLE 4x4 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB SRW

SLE 4x4 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB DRW

SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB SRW

SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB SRW

SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB DRW

SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB SRW

SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB SRW

SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB DRW

Denali 4x2 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB DRW

Denali 4x2 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB SRW

Denali 4x2 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB SRW

Denali 4x4 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB DRW

Denali 4x4 Crew Cab 6.6 ft. box 153.7 in. WB SRW

Denali 4x4 Crew Cab 8 ft. box 167.7 in. WB SRW

Trailers that Your Vehicle Can Tow

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Or enter your vehicle’s towing capacity (in lbs.)

RVs

Car Trailers

If you need to transport your car over a long distance - use a car trailer - this method is much safer and more reliable than towing with a rope.

Choose the car you want to haul:

Make

Model

Year

Boat Trailers

If you need to transport a boat, make sure you choose the right size trailer.

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Typical Trailers

Whatever your needs, you can find a trailer that's perfect for you.

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What is a 2019 GMC Sierra 3500HD maximum towing capacity?

When planning much-awaited outings into the great outdoors, you have to be aware of the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500HD towing capacity, that is the most important feature for such endevour. The towing capacity is a the vehicle's greatest volume of weight that it can safely tow. These details can typically be located on a sticker located on the inside of the driver's door close to the door latch. The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) will be the optimum functional weight (that includes cargo and passengers) and really should not be violated. Usually, the load of the trailer being pulled is usually recommended to be kept within 10-15 % of the GVWR.

In this section, we list the data on the towing capacity of the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500HD with all trims and generations. Please note that the maximum towing weight may vary according to the braking system of what is being pulled. In case a trailer has its own brakes then its "braked capacity". If not, it would be unbraked capacity. When reviewing options for the future RV, you should take into consideration the weight and rating is coming from the trailer's manufacturer plus all of the extra payload you are likely to put in it should never go beyond the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500HD towing capacity. Violating this crucial guideline will affect your capability to handle and make a full stop in time and can someday lead to long term problems for your car or truck or even trigger crashes on the roadways.