GMC 2011 Sierra Denali, Owner'S Manual, Page: 330 / 492

9-78 Driving and Operating
Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR *
1500 Series 2WD**
6.2L V8 3.42 2 994 kg (6,600 lbs) 5 443 kg (12,000 lbs)
6.2L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.42 4 354 kg (9,600 lbs) 6 804 kg (15,000 lbs)
1500 Series AWD**
6.2L V8 3.42 2 903 kg (6,400 lbs) 5 443 kg (12,000 lbs)
6.2L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.42 4 264 kg (9,400 lbs) 6 804 kg (15,000 lbs)
2500 Series 4WD Conventional Trailering
6.0L V8 3.73 4 218 kg (9,300 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs)
2500 Series 4WD Fifth-Wheel Trailering
6.0L V8 3.73 4 218 kg (9,300 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs)
*The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and
trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment, and conversions. The GCWR for the vehicle should not be
exceeded.
**This model is neither designed nor intended to tow fifth-wheel or gooseneck trailers.
Ask your dealer for trailering
information or advice, or write us at
our Customer Assistance Offices.
See
Customer Assistance Offices
on page 13 ‑ 3 for more information.
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
The tongue load (A) of any trailer
is very important because it is
also part of the vehicle weight.
The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
includes the curb weight of the
vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and
the people who will be riding in the
vehicle as well as trailer tongue