When did Denali HD come out?
The new Sierra HDs arrive in the first quarter of 2014, including 2500HD and 3500HD models, and the Sierra Denali HD, which matches do-it-all capability with an exclusive package of design and upscale interior amenities.
What does the name Denali mean?
the high one
Denali is an Athabascan word meaning “the high one”. The name has long been a sore spot for Alaskans, who have informally called the 6,200m high mountain Denali for years. The mountain was more recently named after a former US president, William McKinley.
What kind of engine does GMC Sierra Denali have?
Sierra HD Denali was built strong so you can tow strong — with its large drive shaft and real axle, the power of the available Allison ® 10-speed automatic transmission, the first in a heavy-duty truck in its class, and available 6.6L Duramax ® Turbo-Diesel V8 engine is maximized so you can tow with command and control.
How big is a GMC Sierra 3500 HD Denali?
Sierra 2500 HD Denali truck comes in 4WD Crew Cab with 6′ 9″ standard box or available 8′ long box. 158.95-172 IN. 68.1/68.3 IN. 10.08–10.12 IN. Sierra 3500 HD Denali truck comes in 4WD Crew Cab with either a 6′ 9″ standard box or available 8′ long box. Long box is available with an SRW or DRW configuration.
What kind of frame does GMC Sierra Denali have?
The strong chassis, suspension and wheelbase (standard/long: 158.94″/172″) are built upon a fully boxed, ladder-type frame built from high-strength steel using front hydroformed rails with clamshell design.
How big is a GMC Sierra heavy duty truck?
To that end, the 2011 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty —along with its Chevrolet Silverado twin—sees a couple of its key numbers swell to 6635 and 21,700. Those are the highest payload and trailer-weight capacities of the GM HD trucks; the totals for the 2500 truck tested here are 2631 and 16,800 pounds, respectively.
Sierra HD Denali was built strong so you can tow strong — with its large drive shaft and real axle, the power of the available Allison ® 10-speed automatic transmission, the first in a heavy-duty truck in its class, and available 6.6L Duramax ® Turbo-Diesel V8 engine is maximized so you can tow with command and control.
Sierra 2500 HD Denali truck comes in 4WD Crew Cab with 6′ 9″ standard box or available 8′ long box. 158.95-172 IN. 68.1/68.3 IN. 10.08–10.12 IN. Sierra 3500 HD Denali truck comes in 4WD Crew Cab with either a 6′ 9″ standard box or available 8′ long box. Long box is available with an SRW or DRW configuration.
The strong chassis, suspension and wheelbase (standard/long: 158.94″/172″) are built upon a fully boxed, ladder-type frame built from high-strength steel using front hydroformed rails with clamshell design.
Is the GMC Sierra SLT a heavy duty vehicle?
Available on 2021 base Sierra HD. Standard on SLE, SLT, AT4 and Denali 2021 trims. Read the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual for important feature limitations and information. Excludes other GM vehicles. Requires available accessory trailer camera and installation. Not compatible with all trailers.