GMT800
| GMT800 | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | General Motors |
| Production | 1999–2006 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Full size SUV |
| Layout | FR/AWD |
| Body style(s) |
4-door wagon 4-door extended wagon 2-door pickup truck 4-door pickup truck |
| Powertrain | |
| Transmission(s) |
4-sp 4L60-E automatic 4-sp 4L65-E automatic |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | GMT400 |
| Successor | GMT900 |
The GMT800 was the basis for the previous generation Chevrolet Silverado full-size pickup truck. The derived GMT820 and GMT830 was used in the Suburban, among other full-size SUVs. This was the successor to the GMT400 series of C/K pickups and SUVs, and was replaced for 2007 by the GMT900 line.
The GMT 800 platform was introduced in 1999. Frames were manufactured by Magna International in Ramos Arizpe, Coahuila, Mexico and St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada. Final assembly is in Oshawa, Ontario; Pontiac, Michigan; Fort Wayne, Indiana; and Silao, Mexico. The GMT820-based Hummer H2 was built under contract by AM General at a specially-constructed plant in Mishawaka, Indiana.[1]
The GMT800 introduced a three section frame system, which could be mixed and matched depending on the wheelbase, GVWR, and body type fitted to the platform, rather than a single piece long frame. The front section was hydroformed. The middle and rear sections were roll formed or stamped, depending on application. This gives greater flexibility to the platform. A total of four front modules, seven midsections, and four rear sections were created to mix and match for nearly 40 different truck configurations.
Sales
| Year | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total sales | 1,569,198 | 1,672,804 | 1,810,340 | 1,704,239 | 1,491,084 |
Applications
2003 GMT800 Cadillac Escalade EXT
2006 GMT800 Chevrolet Silverado
2004 GMT800 GMC Yukon
2002 GMT800 GMC Sierra
| Basic platform | Years | Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| GMT800/880 | 1999–2006 | Chevrolet Silverado | Some Late 06 models were sold as 07's and are referred to as the 07 Classic so as not to be confused with the New GMT900 Series |
| 1999–2006 | GMC Sierra | Some Late 06 models were sold as 07's and are referred to as the 07 Classic so as not to be confused with the New GMT900 Series | |
| GMT820 | 2002–2006 | Cadillac Escalade | |
| 2000–2006 | Chevrolet Tahoe | ||
| 2000–2006 | GMC Yukon | ||
| 2003–2009 | Hummer H2 | A unique platform, the front used a modified utility frame, the midsection was all new and completely boxed. The rear section used an upgraded frame for the 8,600 pounds gross vehicle weight. | |
| GMT830 | Cadillac Escalade ESV | ||
| Chevrolet Suburban | |||
| GMC Yukon XL | |||
| GMT805 | Chevrolet Avalanche | ||
| GMT806 | Cadillac Escalade EXT |
See also
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References
- ↑ Auto Plans Plenty Ward's AutoWorld