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When you have serious work to do, you need a truck that's both dependable and powerful. The all-new 2024 GMC Sierra 1500, available at your GMC dealer, is a workhorse of a truck, and it looks good while doing it. There's a lot to be said about this truck, but let's take a look at just how much towing power it has. Visit Your Montana GMC Dealer to See the Power of the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Trims and Engines Before talking about towing, we first have to explore trim options and engines, as your towing strength will depend on which vehicle you choose. The Sierra 1500 comes in eight trims: more Pro SLE Elevation SLT AT4 Denali AT4X Denali ultimate The three available engines are: a 5.3L V8 gas engine, with 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque; a 6.2L V8 gas engine, with 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque; and a 3.0L Turbo-Diesel engine, with 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet of torque. Now which helps the most with towing? Towing The low end of towing still packs quite a punch, and would be found with a crew cab standard bed equipped with the 3.0L Turbo-Diesel engine. That will haul 8,700 pounds. But for those looking for max power, you'll want a double cab standard bed with the same 3.0L Turbo-Diesel engine. That will haul 13,300 pounds, which is the average size of an African elephant. Interested drivers should note that the Sierra 1500 must be equipped with 20-inch wheels and the Max Trailering Package in order to meet top towing weight. Let's take a look at a few other available upgrades. Upgrades The AT4, Denali, AT4X and Denali Ultimate come standard with the Prograde Trailering System. This includes an in-vehicle trailering app and the myGMC mobile app that allows drivers to check lights and maintenance, create a pre-departure checklist, and calculate the trailer load weight. Other upgrades to enhance your tailgate and cab include the available multi-pro tailgate and CarbonPro composite bed. Standard on the AT4, Denali, AT4X and Denali Ultimate is front and rear parking assistance. Sometimes you don't need to be able to haul the equivalent of an African elephant. But when you're out on the road, you need to be able to trust that your vehicle can handle even the biggest jobs. Ready to see it in action? Visit us at GMC of Billings in Billings, MT.

Heavy-duty strength and versatility meet upscale cabin amenities in the 2024 GMC Sierra 3500, a work-ready pickup here at your local GMC dealer that's also fun to drive and ready for virtually every occasion. Meet the 2024 GMC Sierra 3500 at Your GMC Dealer Muscular Performance The 2024 edition of the Sierra 3500 gives you two 6.6-liter V8 engine options: a gas-powered one that delivers 401 horsepower and 464 pound-feet of torque and a Duramax turbo-diesel variant that produces 470 horses alongside 975 pound-feet of torque. An Allison 10-speed automatic transmission pairs to both. more While the gas engine offers the most payload strength by hauling up to 7,290 pounds in the bed, the turbo diesel is ideal for towing with its 36,000-pound tow rating. Along with rear-wheel drive and dual rear-wheel drive, four-wheel drive is available and allows you to take on harsh terrains with confidence, and this can be complemented with an off-road suspension system, an auto-locking rear differential, and other options. Luxuries and Convenience This edition's luxurious cabin offers thermal settings for the seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and, for extra fun, a sport pedal cover kit. Seating fabric options include cloth, vinyl, leather-appointed trim, perforated leather, and full-grain leather and in a variety of color combos, like Atmosphere with Brownstone, Jet Black with Kalahari accents, and Dark Walnut with Slate. There's also a 60/40 split-folding rear seat, power windows, and available rubberized vinyl flooring to provide convenience. Outside the truck, the MultiPro Tailgate can be used as a step with built-in lighting, as an audio source with its integrated Kicker speakers, and to secure longer cargo with its gating functions. The power-adjustable vertical trailering mirrors, black power-retractable assist steps with LED perimeter lighting, and cargo bed LED lighting make trailering and working around the truck easier, and the hard-folding tonneau cover, skid plates, and spray-on bedliner all provide additional durability. Tech and Driver Assistance This pickup's many tech and driver-assist features are noteworthy as well, like the 15-inch Head-Up Display that transmits info to the windshield and the 13.4-inch diagonal infotainment system, which keeps everyone entertained while also providing hands-free calling and turn-by-turn navigation guidance. There's also a Wi-Fi hotspot option, a 12-speaker Bose audio system, and both a 360-degree camera system and the Auxiliary Trailer Camera's Hitch View: a function that provides close up bird's-eye views of your trailer's hitch. The Following Distance Indicator helps you ensure there's plenty of space to stop if you need to, while Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian Braking, and Automatic Emergency Braking can all take action if a collision is imminent. Lane Departure Warning helps you avoid unintentional lane changes, the IntelliBeam Headlamps adapt automatically, and Side Blind Zone Alert alerts you to unseen vehicles nearby. There's also Adaptive Cruise Control and a rule-setting feature for younger drivers called Teen Driver. Ready to see the 2024 Sierra 3500 in person? Schedule your test drive by contacting us today at GMC of Billings in Billings, MT.