Whether you’re towing heavy machinery, hauling a massive amount of payload, or looking for a serious work truck, there are times when nothing but a dually will do. A dually truck, more formally known as a dual rear wheel (DRW) truck, is a heavy-duty pickup that has four wheels on the rear axle and a wider and heavier body to accommodate them. They’re designed to handle the toughest jobs trucks can have thrown at them.
Dually owners typically expect to give up certain amenities for their capability such as luxury interiors and the latest technology and safety features. While today’s duallies are heavy-duty vehicles and don’t hit the premium levels seen in half-ton pickups like the Ford F-150 and Ram 1500, they are generally more comfortable and upscale than they used to be. Features like Bluetooth and the legally required backup camera are standard. The one thing you won’t find is variety: the Detroit Three automakers are the only ones that sell dually trucks.
In this article, we’ll look at All the Dually Trucks You Can Buy in Canada in 2026. This roundup includes information about available powertrains as well as the capabilities of each truck. Fuel efficiency doesn’t get a mention, though, since neither the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) nor Natural Resources Canada provide fuel economy ratings for heavy-duty trucks. Keep in mind, though, that if you don’t regularly need a dual rear wheel truck’s full functionality, a smaller full-size, a three-quarter-ton truck, or a single rear wheel or SRW truck may meet your needs more frugally.
Pricing includes destination charges but exclude options, dealer fees, and sales taxes. While they were current at time of publication, prices are subject to change.
All the Dually Trucks You Can Buy in Canada in 2026
Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD
Chevy launched a refreshed version of its Silverado heavy-duty trucks for 2024, along with the closely related but more upmarket GMC Sierra 3500 HD. On the Chevy side, the Silverado 3500 HD with dually wheels is available in Canada with the long bed and either rear-wheel drive (RWD) or four-wheel drive (4WD) in regular, double cab, or crew cab configurations. Integrated bed steps are standard, and the Multi-Flex tailgate (which is the same as GMC’s Multi-Pro tailgate) is optional.
The new Silverado HD has up to 15 different camera views, and it also supports connection with a smartphone app where you can input the specifics of your trailer to adjust truck and trailer settings.
The base engine is a gas-powered 6.6-litre V8 producing 401 horsepower and 464 pound-feet of torque. The engine is a carryover from the previous model, but it’s now matched with an Allison 10-speed automatic transmission that does a better job of managing that power.
A 6.6-litre turbodiesel V8 is optional with power specs of 470 hp and 975 lb-ft of torque. The diesel continues to be paired with an Allison 10-speed automatic and is also offered with Power Take-Off (PTO) for improved towing performance. With the latter engine, a Silverado 3500 HD dually can tow up to 16,329 kilograms (36,000 pounds).
Pricing in Canada starts at $70,699 for a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado HD WT (work truck) trim regular-cab dually with the gas engine. In this truck, features are basic with standard vinyl or available cloth seats, and a 7-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
With the crew-cab High Country and the diesel, you reach the top price tag of $106,099 (excluding the federal luxury tax that’s charged on the portion of the price above $100,000). At this level you receive standard leather with multiple upgrade options, heated front and outboard rear seats, a heated steering wheel, a larger 8-inch infotainment system, and more.
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Ford F-350 and F-450
Ford most recently redesigned its HD trucks and introduced a new generation for the 2023 model year. The Blue Oval offers some things other automakers don’t such as aluminum body panels, which bring down the truck’s weight and improve fuel economy.
The dual-wheel configuration is offered on the Ford F-350 Super Duty and Ford F-450 Super Duty. It’s available with the long box and either the regular cab or crew cab in a variety of trims.
Four engine choices are offered. The base engine is a 6.8-litre gas-powered V8 producing 400 hp and 445 lb-ft of torque. Buyers can upgrade to a 7.3-litre gas-powered V8 with 430 hp and 485 lb-ft of torque, or one of two Power Stroke 6.7-litre turbodiesel V8s. The standard output diesel truck produces 475 hp and 1,050 lb-ft of torque, while the high-output version makes 500 hp and a whopping 1,200 lb-ft of torque. With the F-450, only the two diesel engines are offered. Regardless of engine, power is routed through a 10-speed automatic transmission to either RWD or 4WD.
The Ford Super Duty boasts some impressive maximum towing figures. Maximum available gooseneck towing is 18,143 kilograms (40,000 pounds) in the F-450 pickup with the regular cab, high-output diesel engine, and max towing package, making it one heck of a hauler. Max payload capacity with the F-450 is 3,628 kilograms (8,000 pounds). With the F-350 dually, peak towing with a gooseneck hitch is 17,236 kilograms (38,000 pounds).
The F-450 also offers the best available fifth-wheel towing rating of 15,875 kilograms (35,000 pounds) and best available conventional towing of 13,607 kilograms (30,000 pounds). The F-350 dually offers best-in-segment conventional towing of 12,700 kilograms (28,000 pounds), and Ford also claims best-in-class ratings for its off-road variants.
Numerous technologies are available to make towing easier, including Pro Trailer Hitch Assist, which steers the truck to align the hitch ball to the receiver. The optional Smart Hitch helps drivers properly distribute trailer weight, and a 360-degree Trailer Camera Package gives drivers a bird’s-eye view of the truck, cargo box and trailer. Another helpful feature is Pro Power Onboard, which installs high-output power outlets in the cab and bed. Super Duty trucks come equipped with Ford Pro Upfit, which assist with integrating power equipment such as plows, cranes, and lights.
In Canada, pricing for 2026 Ford F-350 dual rear wheel (DRW) trucks starts at $67,180 and rises to $112,550 for the Platinum trim (excluding the federal luxury tax). For the 2026 Ford F-450 DRW, pricing starts at $84,944 for a regular-cab XL and tops out at $128,870 for the Platinum, the top trim that sits above XL, XLT, Lariat, and King Ranch.
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GMC Sierra 3500HD
Like the Chevy Silverado HD, the GMC Sierra HD trucks were last refreshed for 2024. While capability is on par with the Silverado, the Sierra can be thought of as a luxury version, particularly the Sierra HD Denali and Denali Ultimate trims with their premium styling and finishes. It also comes with standard integrated bed steps.
The same engines are offered: a gas-powered 6.6-litre V8 producing 401 horsepower and 464 pound-feet of torque and paired offered with an Allison 10-speed automatic transmission, or an optional 6.6-litre turbocharged Duramax diesel V8 with 470 hp and 975 lb-ft of torque, optional PTO, and a 10-speed automatic. With the latter engine, a Sierra 3500 HD dually can tow up to 16,329 kilograms (36,000 pounds).
GMC also offers plenty of helpful towing features, including up to 15 camera views and a rear camera accessible through the rearview mirror. One unique feature is the ProGrade trailering system, which offers status updates for service intervals, tire pressure, and wiring connections in addition to the ability to adjust vehicle and trailer settings.
The GMC Sierra 3500 HD is available with the brand’s Multi-Pro tailgate. This is a six-way multi-function tailgate with several different modes, from a bed extender to a helpful set of stairs.
Pricing for the 2026 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty starts at $72,999 for the dually Pro with RWD and a regular cab. The highest price comes with the range-topping Denali Ultimate trim. Available with 4WD only, it includes leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, heated outboard rear seats, and unique inserts, all set around a 13.4-inch GMC Premium touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and Google built-in. To secure this truck, you’ll need to commit to the diesel engine and put down $135,499 (not including the federal luxury tax).
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Ram 3500 HD
Ram isn’t to be left behind: the brand also revamped its heavy-duty truck line-up for the 2023 model year. Ram trucks have a reputation for offering better on-road comfort and handling than the competition.
The Ram 3500 HD comes standard with a 6.4-litre Hemi V8 producing 410 hp and 429 lb-ft of torque, equipped with cylinder deactivation for better fuel economy and paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. With this engine, maximum towing is 8,260 kilograms (18,210 pounds). A high-output 6.7-litre Cummins inline-six turbodiesel engine is also offered. It makes 420 hp and 1,075 lb-ft of torque, matched with an AISIN heavy-duty six-speed automatic. When properly equipped, this engine extends the Ram 3500 HD’s maximum towing capacity to 16,823 kilograms (37,090 pounds).
Ram offers a dial-based Trailer Reverse Steering Control system that assists with backing up a trailer. Telescoping trailer tow mirrors are available, as are blind spot monitoring with trailer extension and multiple camera views. A trailer monitoring system can provide status for tire pressure and trailer lights from the driver’s seat.
Ram offers the 3500 HD with regular cab, crew cab, and Mega Cab configurations. Pricing for the dually version of the 2026 Ram 3500 HD starts at $70,635 for a RWD 2026 Ram 3500 Tradesman with the regular cab. It climbs to a starting price of $121,485 (exclusive of the federal luxury tax) for the 2026 Ram 3500 Limited Longhorn Diesel dually with the Mega Cab and the short bed. Limited Longhorn is the Ram 3500’s top trim, which sits above the Ram 3500 Tradesman, Big Horn, Laramie, and Limited.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
What is a dually truck?
A dually truck is a pick-up that has four wheels mounted on the rear axle instead of two.
What are the advantages of a dually truck?
A dual-rear-wheel (DRW) or dually truck has a significantly higher payload and towing capacity than a single-rear-wheel (SRW) truck. The extra wheels also help keep the truck more stable under higher loads.
What is the towing capacity of a dually truck?
Towing capacity varies by model, engine, and the type of trailer being towed. Ford has the best ratings for each style of towing. A 2026 Ford F-450 DRW with the regular cab, high-output diesel engine, and max towing package is capable of gooseneck towing up to 18,143 kilograms (40,000 pounds). A 2026 Ford F-450 DRW has a maximum fifth-wheel towing rating of 15,875 kilograms (35,000 pounds) and conventional towing of 13,607 kilograms (30,000 pounds). A 2026 Ford F-350 dually offers conventional towing at up to 12,700 kilograms (28,000 pounds).
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