2013 Nissan Nv3500 HD towing capacity
The 2013 Nissan Nv3500 HD is published in 8 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 7,000 to 9,500 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (9,500 lb) sits in full-size truck and SUV territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2013 Nissan Nv3500 HD with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S Van 3D | V8, 5.6 Liter | 317 | 385 | — | 9,500 | — | 5,878 | — |
| SV Van 3D | V8, 5.6 Liter | 317 | 385 | — | 9,500 | — | 5,971 | — |
| S Van 3D | V6, 4.0 Liter | 261 | 281 | — | 7,000 | — | 6,697 | — |
| SV Van 3D | V8, 5.6 Liter | 317 | 385 | — | 8,700 | — | 6,836 | — |
| SL Van 3D | V8, 5.6 Liter | 317 | 385 | — | 8,700 | — | 6,862 | — |
| S Van 3D | V6, 4.0 Liter | 261 | 281 | — | 7,000 | — | 6,697 | — |
| SV Van 3D | V8, 5.6 Liter | 317 | 385 | — | 8,700 | — | 6,836 | — |
| SL Van 3D | V8, 5.6 Liter | 317 | 385 | — | 8,700 | — | 6,862 | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2012
The 2012 Nissan Nv3500 HD carried a maximum tow rating of 9,500 lb. The 2013 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 2012 Nissan Nv3500 HD page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2013 Nissan models
The rest of Nissan's 2013 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2013 Nissan Titan King CAB | 9,700 |
| 2013 Nissan Nv3500 HD Cargo | 9,500 |
| 2013 Nissan Titan KC 2WD SB SV | 9,500 |
| 2013 Nissan Titan KC 4WD SB SV | 9,400 |
| 2013 Nissan Titan CC 2WD SV | 9,400 |
| 2013 Nissan Titan | 9,300 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.