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When properly equipped, the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 can tow up to 13,300 pounds, allowing you to haul precious cargo and heavy equipment around town. Whether you need a truck for challenging jobs in Opelika or weekend fun near Phenix City, you will find this premium model has the muscle for all of your towing. Learn more about the hauling power of the light-duty Sierra below with Group 1 GMC Rivertown.
With 4 powertrain options available for the 2026 lineup, the new GMC Sierra 1500 towing capacity varies depending on the exact configuration, including the engine option. Discover the towing limit for each powertrain as well as other crucial details, like which trim level the engine is available on, here:
Along with one of the capable powertrains, the performance features of the 2026 Sierra 1500 will help you safely and confidently tow recreational vehicles, trailers, and more in LaGrange. Take a look at some of these features below:
Get in the driver’s seat of the Sierra 1500 today when you visit Group 1 GMC Rivertown. Our team will be available to answer any questions and make sure you take home the configuration that’s powerful enough for your towing needs. Contact us to schedule an appointment, and in the meantime, learn how this GMC truck compares to other rivals, like the Chevy Silverado 1500.
Disclaimers:
*Requires a Double Cab 2WD standard bed or Crew Cab 2WD short bed model with available 5.3L V8 gas engine, Max Trailering Package. Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.
**Requires a Double Cab 2WD standard bed model with available Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel engine, Max Trailering Package and 20-inch wheels and tires. Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.
***Requires a Crew Cab 4WD short bed model with available 6.2L V8 gas engine, Max Trailering Package and 20-inch wheels and tires. Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.
****9,400-pound max rating requires a properly equipped Regular Cab 2WD long bed model with a TurboMax engine. Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.
The GMC Sierra 1500 can tow up to 13,200 pounds when properly equipped. However, depending on the trim level and engine you select, the towing power may vary. For example, the maximum towing capacity is possible with the Duramax® 3.0L Turbo Diesel engine and select trim levels. When the AT4 or AT4X is equipped with this engine, the truck can only tow up to 8,800 pounds.
Browse the maximum 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 towing capacities by engine option here:
Now that you know your choice of trim and engine is key in determining the towing power, you may be curious about what engine options each trim has. Below, we’ve listed the engine’s availability along with more of their key performance specs.
5.3L Gas Engine
Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel Engine
6.2L V8 Engine
TurboMax™ Engine
How you configure your truck will impact how much the GMC Sierra can tow. In order to reach the maximum 13,000-pound GMC Sierra 1500 towing capacity, you need the 6.2L V8 engine, the 4WD Crew Cab, a Short or Standard Bed, and the Max Trailering Package. We have lots of trucks in our inventory and in transit, so don’t hesitate to ask for our help in finding a Sierra 1500 that’s configured this way! There are near-endless ways to build the Sierra, but if you want to tow with it around Phenix City, it’s important to understand how the configuration affects its abilities.
To review, here are the specs you need to enjoy the maximum GMC Sierra towing capacity:
It takes more than a strong engine to get superior towing performance in LaGrange. Check out just some of the available features that can improve your trailering experience:
