Body style: Truck
Segment: Heavy Duty Pickup
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
GMC focused on hard-working vehicles such as the one-ton pickup truck, named Sierra 3500 HD (Heavy-Duty), and managed to be recognized as one of the best-in-class vehicles.
The pickup-trucks have become more and more luxurious and focused on passengers' comfort. But there was a select range of vehicles that offered more than just convenience. They were designed to carry heavy loads, pull trailers with equipment, and help the owner put bread and butter on the table. Unlike its siblings with four doors, the regular-cab version was designed mostly for work.
GM built the 3500 HD version for work, and it showed it. Its front fascia was tall, fitted with big squared headlights and corner-mounted turn-signals. Unusually for its class, the vehicle was available with a different pair of headlights with dual, horizontal lamps separated by a horizontal slat. Depending on the trim option, the front bumper was black, body-colored, or chromed. The Regular cab offered just two doors and a bench in the front, or individual seats depending on the trim level and options. GMC offered the Sierra with a choice of beds in the back or with a bare chassis.
Inside, GMC installed either a bench for three or two individual seats, depending on the trim levels. The WT (Work Truck – base model) featured rugged vinyl floor mats and stain-proof upholstery. The SLT, top trim-level, offered a higher comfort level with individual seats, wood-trims, and a sat-nav system.
GMC claimed that the most demanded version was the diesel version with its 6.6-liter Duramax unit that came with enough torque to pull a house and, thanks to the engine braking system, it saved the brake pads. All engine versions sent their power to the rear or all four wheels.
ENGINE SPECS - 6.0 V8 6AT (360 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 5967 cm3 |
Power: | 268 KW @ 5400 RPM 365 HP @ 5400 RPM 359 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
Torque: | 380 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM 515 Nm @ 4200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | LT265/75 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 225 in (5715 mm) |
Width: | 95.9 in (2436 mm) |
Height: | 77 in (1956 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 68.6/66 in (1,742/1,676 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 133 in (3378 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 9.1 in (231 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 76.6 cuFT (2169 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.41 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4888 lbs (2217 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 9500 lbs (4309 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 14 mpg US (16.8 L/100Km) |
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U.S. Spec |
ENGINE SPECS - 6.6 V8 6AT (365 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 6599 cm3 |
Power: | 272 KW @ 3200 RPM 370 HP @ 3200 RPM 365 BHP @ 3200 RPM |
Torque: | 660 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM 895 Nm @ 1600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | LT265/75 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 225 in (5715 mm) |
Width: | 95.9 in (2436 mm) |
Height: | 77 in (1956 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 68.6/66 in (1,742/1,676 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 133 in (3378 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 9.1 in (231 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 76.6 cuFT (2169 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.41 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4888 lbs (2217 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 9500 lbs (4309 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 15 mpg US (15.7 L/100Km) |
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U.S. Spec |