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2024 GMC Sierra 3500HD Towing Capacity

Factory towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch class for the 2024 GMC Sierra 3500HD — plus the gear this setup calls for.

2024 GMC Sierra 3500HD DRW Regular Cab 2WD long bed with 6.6L Duramax Turbo Diesel V8 and Max Trailering Package (gooseneck)

⚠ 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

36,000

lbs / 16,329 kg

Payload

7,234 lbs

Hitch Class

Gooseneck / 5th-wheel

GCWR

43,900 lbs

Engine Variants

2 variants

Trim Notes

Max 36,000 lbs is a gooseneck rating requiring a properly equipped 3500 HD Regular Cab long bed 2WD DRW model with the available 6.6L Duramax Turbo Diesel V8, Max Trailering Package, and Gooseneck/Fifth-Wheel Prep Package with gooseneck hitch. Diesel torque 975 lb-ft; final drive ratio 3.42 (diesel). Fifth-wheel max is 32,000 lbs on the same 3500 DRW 2WD Regular Cab long bed.

⚠ Important

Peak 36,000 lb: 6.6L Duramax Turbo Diesel V8, 3500 DRW Regular Cab 2WD long bed w/Max Trailering Package, gooseneck hitch (gooseneck/5th-wheel). Next-highest 20,000 lb: 6.6L Duramax Turbo Diesel V8, 3500 DRW/SRW long bed models, conventional trailer weight rating.

◆ Gear you may need

Always confirm against your door-jamb sticker & OEM towing guide before hauling. Ratings vary by exact configuration.

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The 36,000 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 3500HD carries a maximum towing capacity of 36,000 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 3500HDs 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 3500HD towing FAQ

What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2024 GMC Sierra 3500HD?

A properly equipped 2024 GMC Sierra 3500HD is rated to tow up to 36,000 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 3500HD need?

Based on its rated capacity, the 2024 GMC Sierra 3500HD 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 3500HD?

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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