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2009 · OEM published maximum

GMC Sierra 1500

5.3L V8 FlexFuel (Vortec LC9) · Not specified · Crew Cab · Not specified in chart

Equipment: Sierra XFE

Brochure Sierra XFE panel lists "Max. Trailering* 7000 lbs" and "GCWR 12,200 lbs"; XFE is based on the 1500 SLE Crew Cab and uses the aluminum-block Vortec 5.3L V-8 FlexFuel (LC9) per the same page. Drivetrain and hitch not named.

Page 6, Sierra XFE exclusive features and engine specifications, 'Max. Trailering*'

Conventional
7,000lb
GCWR
12,200 lb