GMC Sierra 2500 Towing Capacity

If you know anything about the GMC brand, you know it has a tough reputation. These vehicles are excellent for work, play, and various adventures in between.

A high towing capacity makes this all so much easier. Luckily, the 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 has some excellent abilities to offer Fishers, Indianapolis, and Noblesville, IN, drivers with a maximum towing capacity of 18,510 pounds.

Check out this review by the Andy Mohr Buick GMC team to learn more about this heavy-duty truck’s towing capabilities, as well as the various tech features it has to offer to make towing even easier.

GMC SIERRA Heavy Duty 2500 TOWING ABILITIES

Sometimes, the big jobs require some pretty big equipment. This might equate to hauling a trailer, a boat, or even an entirely separate vehicle behind your own.

Whether you choose the diesel or gas motor, you’ll be treated to a maximum conventional towing capacity of 14,500 pounds, ideal for taking a large boat or trailer out for a weekend of fun.

If you if you need a little more power to help you take some serious equipment around your worksite, opt for the fifth-wheel/gooseneck hitch to tow up to 18,510 pounds with ease.

HIGH PERFORMANCE FOR A HIGH TOWING CAPACITY

One of the first necessary ingredients for a high towing capacity is a high-powered engine. Fortunately, that’s the standard in the 2020 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty 2500.

In the base trim level, you’ll have a 6.6-liter direct-injection V8 engine. It generates 401 horsepower and 464 lb-ft of torque to help you haul some serious cargo around and enjoy a commanding performance on and off the paved path. Variable Valve Timing enhancement is in place to optimize the high-end power and low-end torque. This is especially helpful when it comes time to power through a tough towing job.

If you’re looking for an efficiency boost, opt for the 6.6-liter Duramax turbo-diesel V8 engine. With 445 horsepower and 910 lb-ft of torque, this powertrain is bold enough to carry your tow hauler around or a multi-horse trailer.

HELPFUL TOWING FEATURES

A powerful engine isn’t the only impressive part of the 2020 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty 2500, though. There’s also plenty of additional technology and structural reinforcements in this heavy-duty truck that aid in it completing your next towing job.

Available Trailering Wiring Provisions

To hook up your trailer, you’re going to need a special wiring harness. With this optional package, you’ll have an additional 7-way wiring harness right at the rear of the pickup box, attached to the rear frame cross member. This is for fifth-wheel and gooseneck trailers.

Available Integrated Trailer Brake Controller

It can be hard to come to a full stop with the momentum of a trailer behind you. Fortunately, this available trailer brake controller integrates with your antilock brake system to help you do just that. It provides immediate and measured brake force signaling for your safety.

Available ProGrade Trailering System

With this package, you’ll be given Hitch Guidance with Hitch View to make equipping your trailer and hitting the open road easier than ever. An in-vehicle Trailering App, also included in this system, allows you to monitor your trailer and ensure you’re ready to go.

With these features by your side, you’ll be able to quickly get ready for whatever jobs come your way.

Standard Rear Vision Camera

A standard feature for the Sierra Heavy Duty 2500, this Rear Vision Camera can be especially helpful when you’re attempting to back up or park when there’s a trailer behind you. This ought to provide the added view you need to do so.

Available HD Surround Vision

For an even greater view of your surroundings, upgrade to the HD Surround Vision. It utilizes cameras placed around the exterior of your truck to provide a clear view of your surroundings when backing in and out of tight spaces, so you can monitor any nearby obstacles.

This feature also makes hooking up your trailer or backing into your campsite easier.

Haul Your Cargo With Ease

In addition to being able to tow heavy machinery and lengthy campers, you need your next truck to be able to carry whatever worksite gear you need.

The 2020 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty 2500 is prepared for your biggest projects with an expansive cargo box and maximum payload capacity of 3,979 pounds. From building materials to smaller equipment like a lawn mower, this truck can handle it all.

Load up and head out to your next project easier with the MultiPro™ Tailgate. This GMC-exclusive feature folds in six different positions to make loading, unloading, and cleaning out your bed easier than ever. The top can even fold into a workspace, lending a hand even on backroad trails. A power lock/release then allows you convenient access to your gear, even when carrying an armful of equipment.

TEST DRIVE THE GMC SIERRA Heavy Duty 2500 Today!

Now that you know all about towing with a 2020 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty 2500, you may be interested in learning what else it has to offer.

Fishers, Indianapolis, and Noblesville, Indiana, drivers can get behind the wheel at Andy Mohr Buick GMC. Stop in today to meet with a member of our sales team to discover the best Sierra 2500 trim for your specific lifestyle or to see which tech features are better suited to your needs.

Read the rest of our GMC Sierra 2500 HD reviews to learn more. Then, contact us with any questions you may have or to schedule a test drive. We look forward to seeing you soon.