There is nothing quite like tailgate season. If you are looking for GMC near Nashville, we would love to introduce you to the truck that might just change how you show up on game day. As one of the trusted GMC dealers in Tennessee, Beaman GMC has seen plenty of customers fall in love with the Sierra 1500 for reasons that go well beyond just looking good in the parking lot. Take a look through our Sierra 1500 inventory and see why it might be the best truck for tailgating you have not tried yet. Key Points The Sierra 1500 offers a built-in 400-watt bed power outlet. This is perfect for speakers and small tailgate appliances. Towing capacity reaches up to 13,300 pounds with the available Duramax Turbo-Diesel engine and Max Trailering Package. Beaman GMC offers current specials on the Sierra 1500, making now a great time to upgrade your tailgate setup. Does the GMC Sierra Have a Power Outlet? Yes, and it is one of our favorite tailgate features to talk about. Many Sierra 1500 configurations come with a built-in 120-volt power outlet, giving you a place to plug things in without hauling around a bulky, standalone generator. A few reasons this comes in handy on game day: Power a small speaker to keep the music going before kickoff Charge phones and laptops without draining your battery Run string lights to keep the tailgate going after dark Plug in a small appliance like a griddle or slow cooker for tailgate snacks How Much Power Does the GMC Sierra Bed Outlet Have? The bed mounted outlet is rated at 400 watts, which is shared with the available outlet inside the cab if both are being used at the same time. That is enough for smaller electronics and light duty equipment, though it is worth checking the wattage on bigger appliances before plugging them in. A hair dryer, for example, typically pulls around 1,500 watts. That's well beyond what the outlet can handle. It's best suited for lighter loads like speakers and small kitchen gadgets rather than heavy duty power tools. How Much Can a GMC Sierra 1500 Tow? Towing capability matters just as much as tailgate features if you are hauling a camper or boat to a game weekend getaway. If you want a closer look at everything this truck offers, our Sierra 1500 model research page breaks down the full lineup. Here is what the Sierra 1500 offers: Up to 9,400 pounds of towing with the standard 2.7-liter TurboMax engine * Up to 13,300 pounds with the available Duramax 3.0-liter Turbo-Diesel engine and Max Trailering Package ^ A ProGrade Trailering System that helps simplify hitching and monitoring your trailer Built for More Than Just the Parking Lot Between the available bed power and a spacious cabin, the Sierra 1500 checks off a lot of boxes for tailgaters who want their truck to do more than just get them to the stadium. Check out our current new GMC trucks for sale to see the full lineup in person. Ready to Upgrade Your Tailgate Setup? Whether you are heading to a Titans game or tailgating for a local college matchup, the Sierra 1500 is built to keep up with your crew. Check out our current new vehicle specials and stop by Beaman GMC today to find the Sierra that fits your tailgate lifestyle. *9,400-lb. max rating requires a properly equipped Regular Cab 2WD long bed model with a TurboMax engine. Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer. ^Requires a Double Cab 2WD standard bed model with available Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel engine, Max Trailering Package and 20" wheels and tires. Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.
