2025 GMC Sierra 1500 towing capacity
Updated 2026-09-21 · Source: GM Fleet 2025 Fleet Guide (December edition), GMC Sierra 1500 specifications
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 tows up to 13,200 lb when properly equipped. For this model year, ratings range from 8,800 lb to 13,200 lb by cab, bed, engine, drivetrain and tow package.Maximum payload is 2,230 lb.
- Max towing
- 13,200lb
- Max payload
- 2,230lb
- GVWR
- 6,700 to 7,300lb
- Curb weight
- n/a
Towing capacity by configuration
Bars are the manufacturer's rating for each published configuration; the darkest bar is the maximum.
| Configuration | Engine | Towing | Payload | GVWR | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Cab · 6 ft 6 in · 2WD | 2.7L TurboMax I4 | 9,100 | 2,230 | 6,700 | 126 in wheelbase; towing figure requires TurboMax engine |
| Regular Cab · 6 ft 6 in · 4WD | 2.7L TurboMax I4 | 8,800 | 2,110 | 6,800 | 126 in wheelbase; towing figure requires TurboMax engine |
| Regular Cab · 8 ft · 2WD | 5.3L V8 | 9,800 | 2,230 | 6,800 | 140 in wheelbase; towing figure requires 5.3L V8 |
| Regular Cab · 8 ft · 4WD | 5.3L V8 | 9,500 | 2,090 | 6,900 | 140 in wheelbase; towing figure requires 5.3L V8 |
| Double Cab · 6 ft 6 in · 2WD | 3.0L Duramax I-6 turbo diesel | 13,200 | 2,040 | 7,100 | 147 in wheelbase, Max Trailering Package and 20 in wheels and tires |
| Double Cab · 6 ft 6 in · 4WD | 3.0L Duramax I-6 turbo diesel | 13,000 | 2,030 | 7,300 | 147 in wheelbase, Max Trailering Package and 20 in wheels and tires |
| Crew Cab · 5 ft 8 in · 2WD | 3.0L Duramax I-6 turbo diesel | 13,100 | 2,020 | 7,100 | 147 in wheelbase, Max Trailering Package and 20 in wheels and tires |
| Crew Cab · 5 ft 8 in · 4WD | 6.2L V8 or 3.0L Duramax I-6 turbo diesel | 13,000 | 2,000 | 7,300 | 147 in wheelbase, Max Trailering Package and 20 in wheels and tires |
| Crew Cab · 6 ft 6 in · 4WD | 6.2L V8 | 13,000 | 1,950 | 7,300 | 157 in wheelbase, Max Trailering Package and 20 in wheels and tires |
Check a trailer against this Sierra 1500
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Worked example for the Double Cab 6 ft 6 in 2WD with the 3.0L Duramax I-6 turbo diesel: a trailer at its full 13,200 lb rating puts about 1,580 lb on the hitch at 12 percent tongue weight. Add two adults at 350 lb and 1,930 lb of its 2,040 lb payload is used, leaving 110 lb for cargo and gear.
Full explanations: what GVWR means, GVWR vs GCWR vs payload and how tongue weight eats payload.
Source: GM Fleet 2025 Fleet Guide (December edition), GMC Sierra 1500 specifications. Confirm your vehicle's ratings on the certification label in the driver's door jamb.
Frequently asked questions
How much can a 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 tow?
Up to 13,200 lb when properly equipped. The lowest-rated configuration listed (Regular Cab, 2.7L TurboMax I4, 4WD) is rated at 8,800 lb, and the highest (Double Cab, 3.0L Duramax I-6 turbo diesel, 2WD) at 13,200 lb.
What is the payload capacity of a 2025 GMC Sierra 1500?
Maximum payload is 2,230 lb. Payload includes passengers, cargo and the trailer's tongue weight, so it is usually the limit you reach first. GVWR for this model year runs 6,700 to 7,300 lb across configurations.
Does the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 need a tow package to reach its maximum rating?
The 13,200 lb maximum is the Double Cab 2WD with the 6 ft 6 in box, 3.0L Duramax turbo diesel, Max Trailering Package and 20 in wheels and tires; the 2,230 lb maximum payload is the Regular Cab 2WD with the TurboMax engine. Configurations without the package carry a lower rating; see the note column in the table above.
Can a 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 tow a travel trailer?
A configuration rated at 13,200 lb can handle a trailer with a loaded weight of roughly 10,500 lb while keeping a 20% safety margin, provided passengers, cargo and tongue weight stay within the 2,230 lb payload. Run your exact numbers in the towing calculator.