Towing can vary significantly based on your truck’s class, model, and make. But with a few simple tips, you can tow just about anything. Curious about how to maximize the 2024 GMC Sierra 3500 HD’s impressive 36,000 lb. towing capacity? Read on for essential towing tips and discover everything you can haul with your new truck!
Towing Safety
Towing safety begins with understanding your vehicle’s towing capacity, the maximum weight it can pull safely. This varies by configuration, load, and trailer weight distribution. Manufacturer-provided capacities often assume only the driver is in the vehicle, so adjust for extra passengers and cargo. To calculate towing capacity, know your vehicle’s gross combined weight rating (GCWR) and curb weight. Subtract curb weight from GCWR, maintaining a 10% safety margin for shifting loads and sudden stops.
Know the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), which accounts for your vehicle’s weight, including passengers, fuel, cargo, and tongue weight. Exceeding this limit can lead to mechanical failure and legal problems. Get familiar with terms like braked vs. unbraked towing capacity, gross axle weight rating (GAWR), and payload capacity. Always use the right trailer hitch class and load for better control and safety. Following these guidelines will help you achieve a safe and efficient towing experience.
What Can You Tow?
With a top towing limit of 36,000 lbs., the 2024 Sierra 3500 HD can tow just about anything!
Camping and Travel
For those passionate about the outdoors and the open road, the 2024 GMC Sierra 3500 HD can help you bring the best in comfort along for the ride. With its powerful tow limit, you’ll pull even the largest, heaviest RVs – practically a second home. Travel comfortably, easily towing 42’ RVs that can reach upwards of 12,000 base weight and plenty of room for all your belongings.
Hobbies and Sports
Make the most of your weekends with the Sierra 3500 HD, perfect for all your favorite outdoor adventures. Whether you love motocross, equestrian sports, boating, or thrilling ATV rides, this truck has you covered. A four-horse gooseneck trailer typically weighs between 4,200 and 8,400 lbs when empty. Loaded with hay, horses, and gear, it can total around 14,000 lbs—still well within your towing capacity.
If you’re looking to tow something heavier, a medium-sized cabin cruiser boat can be up to 35 feet long and weigh as much as 16,000 lbs. That’s no problem for your truck! Plus, with the ProGrade Trailering System, your trips from home to the water will be smooth and effortless.
The Sky is the Limit!
Now that we’ve looked at some practical everyday towing examples, what else could you haul? For instance, you could tow a personal aircraft, which typically weighs around 13,000 lbs. While you may need a wide load permit, weight shouldn’t be a concern.
If you’re feeling adventurous, consider the more unusual options: you could tow elephants, multiple pickup trucks, or even construction equipment like small bulldozers and medium backhoes!
Pick a Truck That Goes the Extra Mile. Pick GMC!
Tow with confidence, letting nothing get in your way from this day forward with GMC’s Sierra 3500 HD. At Bokman of Wellsville we have a large variety of trucks in trims to fit your needs – whether you need a full-size high-power workhorse for heavy towing and payloads or something that’s more city-friendly but still gets the job done. Visit our dealership and test drive the 2024 Sierra 3500 HD today! Our team is eager to get you into the truck of your dreams with frighteningly good specials, unbeatable financing, and top-quality service!
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