If you are looking for a heavy duty truck with ultimate capability, look no further than the 2008 GMC Sierra 3500 HD 4WD. The Sierra packs a punch with 13,000 lbs tow capability and 5,307 payload capacity. This year's version sports only minor changes after going through a full redesign the year prior. And it clearly worked, scoring the Edmunds.com Consumers Most Wanted Large Truck award in 2007.

The 3500 is offered in regular cab (2 door, fitting 2-3 passengers), extended cab (4 door, 3-5 passengers) and crew cab (4 door, 5 passengers), not to be outdone by the Nissan Titan. The engine that comes standard is a 6 liter V8 with 353 horsepower, although there is the option for a 6.6 liter V8 turbo diesel engine with 365 horsepower as well.

Well, by now your wife probably wants to know the extras- will there be air conditioning, a spacious interior, cruise control, and of course, cup holders? The answers are yes all around. GMC balances the tough exterior with a warm and comforting interior, spacious enough for road trips if you can pay the gas. The exterior dons the typical front grille, a lift locking tailgate (making it easier to load and unload the bed), as well as daytime running lamps. It certainly has the extras, but it doesn't take away from the extreme capability of the truck.

The downfall with a truck will always be the fuel economy, especially in these hard times. The Sierra is no exception; expect 12 mpg in the city, and 16 mpg on the highway. Safety features include the standard with the anti-lock braking system, driver and passenger airbags, child locks, and a 1 year subscription to On-Star.

The MSRP is $25,515 and $41,890 depending on the trim level of course. The trim levels offered are SLE1, SLE2, SLT and Work Truck. For the consumer that has extreme hauling needs, the 2008 GMC Sierra 3500 HD meets the call of duty. By merging muscle and comfort into one vehicle, the 3500 HD provides the whole package for a reasonable price.