2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab Standard Bed 2WD with Max Trailering Package (NHT), 3.0L LM2 Turbo-Diesel, 3.73 axle, 20-inch wheels
⚠ Pending verification
Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.
Source: Secondary automotive source — Here Are The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Towing Capacities · retrieved 2026-07-01
Max Towing Capacity
13,200
lbs / 5,988 kg
Engine Variants
4 variants
Trim Notes
Requires 3.0L LM2 Duramax turbo-diesel, Max Trailering Package (RPO NHT), 3.73 axle ratio, and 20-inch wheels (rated 12,000 lbs with 17- or 18-inch wheels). Highest ball-hitch figure across all configs; the 6.2L L87 4WD with NHT reaches 13,000 lbs.
⚠ Important
Peak 13,200 lb: 3.0L Turbo-Diesel LM2, Double Cab Standard Bed, 2WD, 3.73 axle, Max Trailering Package (NHT), 20-inch wheels, conventional ball hitch (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 9,700 lb: 5.3L V8 L84, Regular Cab Long Bed, 2WD, 3.23 axle, gooseneck/5th-wheel hitch.
◆ Gear you may need
Always confirm against your door-jamb sticker & OEM towing guide before hauling. Ratings vary by exact configuration.
Different configuration? Look it up
The 13,200 lbs figure above is the properly-equipped maximum for this model year. For a specific trim, engine, or drivetrain, run your exact setup through the live tool:
Prose overview
The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 carries a maximum towing capacity of 13,200 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Class V hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2022 GMC Sierra 1500s on the same lot can be rated thousands of pounds apart. Match your trailer to the lowestrelevant limit (towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch rating), and verify against the sticker inside the driver's-side door jamb.
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2022 GMC Sierra 1500 towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500?
A properly equipped 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 is rated to tow up to 13,200 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 typically pairs with a Class V hitch. Always match the hitch to your loaded trailer weight and never exceed the vehicle's rated capacity.
Do I need a brake controller to tow with a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500?
Most states require trailer brakes — and a brake controller — for trailers over 3,000 lbs loaded. A brake controller syncs the trailer's brakes with the vehicle's for safe, controlled stops.
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