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2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD Towing Capacity

Factory towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch class for the 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD — plus the gear this setup calls for.

2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD Crew Cab Long Bed 2WD w/Max Trailering Package, 6.6L Duramax Turbo Diesel V8

⚠ Pending verification

Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.

Source: OEM towing guide[PDF] Sierra HD Models - 2024 FEATURES, SPECS AND OPTIONS · retrieved 2026-07-02

Max Towing Capacity

22,430

lbs / 10,174 kg

Payload

3,792 lbs

Hitch Class

Gooseneck / 5th-wheel

GCWR

30,300 lbs

Engine Variants

2 variants

Trim Notes

6.6L Duramax Turbo Diesel V8, Regular Cab, Long bed, 2WD, SRW, w/2500 Max Trailering Package

⚠ Important

Peak 22,430 lb: 6.6L Duramax Turbo Diesel V8, Regular Cab, Long bed, 2WD, SRW, w/2500 Max Trailering Package (gooseneck/5th-wheel). Next-highest 20,000 lb: 6.6L Duramax Turbo Diesel V8, Crew Cab (Standard or Long bed), 2WD/4WD, w/Max Trailer Package (conventional).

◆ 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 22,430 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:

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Prose overview

The 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD carries a maximum towing capacity of 22,430 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Gooseneck / 5th-wheel hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HDs 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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2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD towing FAQ

What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD?

A properly equipped 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD is rated to tow up to 22,430 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.

What hitch class does the 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD need?

Based on its rated capacity, the 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD typically pairs with a Gooseneck / 5th-wheel 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 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD?

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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