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2026 GMC Sierra 3500HD Specs Hot Springs AR
Full 2026 Sierra 3500HD dimensions, weights, towing and payload capacity, sourced.
The 2026 GMC Sierra 3500HD is 250.8 inches long, 81.9 inches wide without mirrors and 81.2 inches tall on a Crew Cab Standard Bed configuration, with a 36.0-gallon fuel tank and a curb weight of 7,417 pounds on a Crew Cab 4WD AT4. Allen Tillery serves Sierra 3500HD shoppers across Hot Springs, Arkadelphia, Hope, Bryant, Little Rock and Nashville, plus Saline County and Hot Spring County. See the Sierra 3500HD Overview for pricing and trim positioning, or the All Trims Compared page for a full trim-by-trim breakdown.
Quick Answer
- Length: 250.8 in. (Crew Cab Standard Bed).
- Curb weight: 7,417 pounds (AT4 Crew Cab 4WD Standard Bed).
- GVWR: 10,950 to 14,000 pounds depending on cab, drivetrain and SRW/DRW configuration.
- Fuel tank: 36.0 gallons.
Engine Specifications
| Engine | Horsepower | Torque | Transmission | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.6L V8 Gas (L8T) | 401 hp | 464 lb-ft | Allison-built 10-speed automatic | Standard, Pro through Denali |
| 6.6L Duramax Turbo-Diesel V8 (L5P) | 470 hp | 975 lb-ft | Allison-built 10-speed automatic | Available, Pro through Denali; standard on Denali Ultimate |
Exterior Dimensions
| Dimension | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall length, Crew Cab Standard Bed | 250.8 in. |
| Overall length, Crew Cab Long Bed | 266.7 in. |
| Width without mirrors | 81.9 in. |
| Height | 81.2 in. |
| Wheelbase, Crew Cab Long Bed | 172 in. |
| Minimum ground clearance, Pro/SLE/SLT/Denali/Denali Ultimate Crew Cab | 10.4 in. |
| Minimum ground clearance, AT4 Crew Cab | 11.1 in. |
| Turning diameter, Crew Cab | 57 ft. |
| Configuration | Curb Weight |
|---|---|
| AT4 Crew Cab 4WD Standard Bed | 7,417 pounds |
Curb weight, wheelbase, length and ground clearance all vary by cab, bed and drivetrain configuration; the figures above are for specific Crew Cab builds. AT4's off-road suspension raises its ground clearance over the other Crew Cab trims.
Interior Dimensions
| Measurement | Front | Rear |
|---|---|---|
| Head room | 43.0 in. | 40.1 in. |
| Leg room | 44.5 in. | 43.4 in. |
| Shoulder room | 66.0 in. | 65.3 in. |
Every Crew Cab configuration seats 5.
Capacity and Capability
| Rating | Maximum | Configuration |
|---|---|---|
| Fifth-wheel/gooseneck towing | 36,000 lbs | Regular Cab Long Bed 2WD DRW, Duramax, Max Trailering Package |
| Conventional towing | 20,000 lbs | Crew Cab Long Bed 4WD DRW, Duramax |
| Gross Combined Weight Rating | 43,900 lbs | Regular Cab Long Bed 2WD DRW, Duramax, Max Trailering Package |
| Standard payload | 4,089 pounds | AT4 Crew Cab 4WD Standard Bed |
| Standard bed length | 82.2 in. | AT4 Crew Cab configuration |
| Long bed length | 8 ft. | Crew Cab Long Bed configuration |
| Bed volume | 76 cu ft. | Crew Cab Long Bed configuration |
Every stated maximum above requires the truck be properly equipped in the exact configuration listed. GMC's Gooseneck / 5th Wheel Prep Package and integrated trailer brake controller are available across the lineup.
Wheels, Tires, and Brakes
| Trim | Wheels |
|---|---|
| Pro / SLE / SLT (base) | 20-inch painted alloy wheels, all-terrain tires |
| AT4 | 20-inch gloss-black aluminum wheels, available BFGoodrich off-road tires |
| Denali / Denali Ultimate | 20-inch Ultra-Bright machined aluminum wheels with chrome or gloss-black inserts |
Four-wheel antilock disc brakes are standard across the lineup.
Fuel Economy and Range
Fuel tank capacity is 36.0 gallons across the lineup. The 6.6L V8 runs on regular unleaded gasoline; the Duramax Turbo-Diesel runs on diesel. Both engines are engineered around heavy-duty towing capacity rather than fuel economy.
Key Features by Trim
| Feature | Pro | SLE | SLT | AT4 | Denali | Denali Ultimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13.4-inch infotainment with Google built-in | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Dual rear wheel option | O | O | O | not std | O | O |
| Duramax Turbo-Diesel | O | O | O | O | O | S |
| Heated and ventilated leather front seats | not std | not std | not std | S | S | S |
| Off-Road Suspension Package | not std | not std | not std | S | not std | not std |
| Power sunroof | not std | not std | not std | not std | O | O |
S = standard, O = available, "not std" = not standard equipment on that trim. See the full trim-by-trim breakdown for everything each trim adds.
Safety and Compliance
Standard safety equipment includes forward collision alert, automatic emergency braking, rear cross-traffic alert, an integrated trailer brake controller, and a StabiliTrak electronic stability control system with trailer-sway control. Adaptive cruise control with trailering is available on AT4 and above.
Warranty Coverage
| Coverage | Term |
|---|---|
| Basic (bumper-to-bumper) | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
| Powertrain, gas engine | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
| Powertrain, Duramax diesel | 5 years / 100,000 miles |
See the Sierra 3500HD Service and Maintenance page for intervals and ownership costs.
What These 2026 Sierra 3500HD Numbers Mean in Practice
| Spec | What It Means |
|---|---|
| 81.9 in. wide without mirrors | Fits most standard garage bays, but check mirror-to-mirror width against your specific door opening before pulling in. |
| 250.8 in. long (Crew Cab Standard Bed) | Roughly 21 feet: plan for a full-size parking space or a driveway with room to swing wide on turns. |
| 36,000-lb gooseneck maximum | Reached only on a DRW Regular Cab with the Max Trailering Package. A Crew Cab SLT will tow well under that figure. |
| 82.2-in. standard bed | Fits a standard pallet lengthwise with room to spare; a long bed adds roughly 16 more inches for bulkier loads. |
Specifications FAQs
How long is a 2026 GMC Sierra 3500HD?
250.8 inches on a Crew Cab Standard Bed configuration. Regular Cab and Double Cab lengths vary by bed choice.
How much does a Sierra 3500HD weigh?
Curb weight varies by cab, bed and drivetrain; an AT4 Crew Cab 4WD Standard Bed weighs 7,417 pounds. GVWR ranges from 10,950 to 14,000 pounds depending on configuration.
What is the fuel tank capacity?
36.0 gallons across the lineup.
What is the wheelbase of a Sierra 3500HD?
172 inches on a Crew Cab Long Bed configuration. Wheelbase varies with cab and bed length.
What is the ground clearance of a Sierra 3500HD?
10.4 inches on Pro, SLE, SLT, Denali and Denali Ultimate Crew Cab configurations, and 11.1 inches on AT4, whose off-road suspension raises it.
How many people can a Sierra 3500HD seat?
Five, on every Crew Cab configuration.
What is the maximum GVWR on a Sierra 3500HD?
Up to 14,000 pounds on the highest-rated DRW configuration, and as low as 10,950 pounds on the lightest Regular Cab build.
What wheel size does the Sierra 3500HD come with?
20-inch wheels across every trim, with painted alloy wheels standard on the base trims and unique finishes on AT4, Denali and Denali Ultimate.
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