WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE GMC SIERRA 2500 AND 3500?

December 19th, 2023 by

When it comes to heavy-duty pickup trucks, the GMC Sierra 2500 HD and GMC Sierra 3500 HD are two premier choices with the ability to handle any job that comes your way. Both GMC trucks share similarities but offer distinct qualities that may match your lifestyle and needs.

Between the GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, the main difference between the two is the towing and payload capacities they can handle. Here at Gunn Buick GMC, we compare the two heavy-duty GMC trucks to help you find the one right for you.

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GMC Sierra 2500 vs. 3500 Towing and Payload Capacity

Both the GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 HD feature a choice of either a 6.6L V8 gasoline engine or a 6.6L V8 Turbo diesel engine. 

Enabling an exceptional amount of power, what allows the GMC Sierra 3500 HD to have a high towing and payload capacity are dual rear wheels, giving you four wheels on the rear axle rather than your usual two. Below you will find the max towing and payload capacities for the GMC Siera 2500 HD and 3500 HD

GMC Sierra 2500 HD Towing and Payload Capacity

Gas Engine

  • Max GCWR*: 24,000 LBS
  • Max Conventional Hitch*: 14,500 LBS
  • Max Fifth Wheel Hitch*: 16,620 LBS
  • Max Gooseneck Hitch*: 16,620 LBS
  • Max Payload*: 3,862 LBS

Diesel Engine

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


GMC Sierra 3500 HD Towing and Payload Capacity
Gas Engine

  • Max GCWR*: 24,000 LBS
  • Max Conventional Hitch*: 16,010 LBS
  • Max Fifth Wheel Hitch*: 16,530 LBS
  • Max Gooseneck Hitch*: 16,530 LBS
  • Max Payload*: 6,374 LBS

Diesel Engine

  • Max GCWR*: 40,000 LBS
  • Max Conventional Hitch*: 20,000 LBS
  • Max Fifth Wheel Hitch*: 31,180 LBS
  • Max Gooseneck Hitch*: 31,180 LBS
  • Max Payload*: 5,562

*Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR). When properly equipped; includes weight of vehicle and trailer combination, including the weight of driver, passengers, fuel, optional equipment and cargo in the vehicle and trailer.
*Requires properly equipped vehicle. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.

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We welcome you to visit our GMC dealership in Selma, TX to shop for your new GMC Sierra 2500 or 3500 HD. Get your jobs done with ease with a powerful heavy-duty pickup truck.

If you have any questions or would like to learn more, please contact our team. Serving the area of New Braunfels and San Antonio, we are more than happy to assist you.

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