2017 Nissan Titan XD towing capacity
Up to 12,640 lbs with a conventional ball hitch. That rating is for this configuration: XD models, Single cab, Diesel engine, 2WD, SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch, Diesel engine, 2WD. The lowest-rated configuration in the same tables is 10,990 lbs, so the answer for your vehicle depends on how it is equipped.
Highest published rating12,640 lbsConventional (ball hitch). Lowest in the same tables: 10,990 lbs.
The top figure belongs to one specific build. Find the row that matches your engine, cab, drive and axle, and check the label on your driver's door jamb. Passengers and cargo in the truck come off what you can tow.
2017 Nissan Titan XD towing capacity by engine
The highest rating published for each engine. Pick a figure to see every configuration behind it.
| Engine | Conventional | Fifth-wheel or gooseneck | Configurations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel engine | 12,640 lbs | 12,760 lbs | 12 |
| Gasoline engine | 11,590 lbs | 11,710 lbs | 12 |
2017 Nissan Titan XD towing capacity chart
All 24 configurations in the source, by hitch type and engine, highest rating first. Each row links to the page it is printed on.
Conventional (ball hitch)
| Configuration | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | GCWR | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XD models, Single cab, Diesel engine, 2WD, SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitchtable 'XD models — Single cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch', column 2WD; Maximum Payload 2,420 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *3: step bumper used as a ball mount is limited to 5,000 lbs. and 500 lbs. tongue | 2WD | 12,640 lbs | 19,450 lbs | weight-distributing Class 4 hitch | p. 587 | |
| XD models, King cab, Diesel engine, 2WD, SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitchtable 'XD models — King cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch', column 2WD; Maximum Payload 2,290 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *3: step bumper used as a ball mount is limited to 5,000 lbs. and 500 lbs. tongue | 2WD | 12,510 lbs | 19,450 lbs | weight-distributing Class 4 hitch | p. 588 | |
| XD models, Single cab, Diesel engine, 4WD, SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitchtable 'XD models — Single cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch', column 4WD; Maximum Payload 2,330 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *3: step bumper used as a ball mount is limited to 5,000 lbs. and 500 lbs. tongue | 4WD | 12,360 lbs | 19,450 lbs | weight-distributing Class 4 hitch | p. 587 | |
| XD models, Crew cab, Diesel engine, 2WD, SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitchtable 'XD models — Crew cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch', column 2WD; Maximum Payload 2,080 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *3: step bumper used as a ball mount is limited to 5,000 lbs. and 500 lbs. tongue | 2WD | 12,310 lbs | 19,450 lbs | weight-distributing Class 4 hitch | p. 588 | |
| XD models, King cab, Diesel engine, 4WD, SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitchtable 'XD models — King cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch', column 4WD; Maximum Payload 2,130 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *3: step bumper used as a ball mount is limited to 5,000 lbs. and 500 lbs. tongue | 4WD | 12,160 lbs | 19,450 lbs | weight-distributing Class 4 hitch | p. 588 | |
| XD models, Crew cab, Diesel engine, 4WD, SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitchtable 'XD models — Crew cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch', column 4WD; Maximum Payload 2000 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *3: step bumper used as a ball mount is limited to 5,000 lbs. and 500 lbs. tongue | 4WD | 12,030 lbs | 19,450 lbs | weight-distributing Class 4 hitch | p. 588 |
| Configuration | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | GCWR | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XD models, Single cab, Gasoline engine, 2WD, SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitchtable 'XD models — Single cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch', column 2WD; Maximum Payload 2,910 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *4: GCWR for XD gasoline engine vehicles with 20 inch wheels is 16,900 lbs.; footnote *3: step bumper used as a ball mount is limited to 5,000 lbs. and 500 lbs. tongue | 2WD | 11,590 lbs | 17,700 lbs | weight-distributing Class 4 hitch | p. 589 | |
| XD models, King cab, Gasoline engine, 2WD, SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitchtable 'XD models — King cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch', column 2WD; Maximum Payload 2,710 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *4: GCWR for XD gasoline engine vehicles with 20 inch wheels is 16,900 lbs.; footnote *3: step bumper used as a ball mount is limited to 5,000 lbs. and 500 lbs. tongue | 2WD | 11,380 lbs | 17,700 lbs | weight-distributing Class 4 hitch | p. 590 | |
| XD models, Single cab, Gasoline engine, 4WD, SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitchtable 'XD models — Single cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch', column 4WD; Maximum Payload 2,850 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *4: GCWR for XD gasoline engine vehicles with 20 inch wheels is 16,900 lbs.; footnote *3: step bumper used as a ball mount is limited to 5,000 lbs. and 500 lbs. tongue | 4WD | 11,330 lbs | 17,700 lbs | weight-distributing Class 4 hitch | p. 589 | |
| XD models, Crew cab, Gasoline engine, 2WD, SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitchtable 'XD models — Crew cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch', column 2WD; Maximum Payload 2,590 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *4: GCWR for XD gasoline engine vehicles with 20 inch wheels is 16,900 lbs.; footnote *3: step bumper used as a ball mount is limited to 5,000 lbs. and 500 lbs. tongue | 2WD | 11,260 lbs | 17,700 lbs | weight-distributing Class 4 hitch | p. 590 | |
| XD models, King cab, Gasoline engine, 4WD, SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitchtable 'XD models — King cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch', column 4WD; Maximum Payload 2,590 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *4: GCWR for XD gasoline engine vehicles with 20 inch wheels is 16,900 lbs.; footnote *3: step bumper used as a ball mount is limited to 5,000 lbs. and 500 lbs. tongue | 4WD | 11,060 lbs | 17,700 lbs | weight-distributing Class 4 hitch | p. 590 | |
| XD models, Crew cab, Gasoline engine, 4WD, SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitchtable 'XD models — Crew cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch', column 4WD; Maximum Payload 2,520 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *4: GCWR for XD gasoline engine vehicles with 20 inch wheels is 16,900 lbs.; footnote *3: step bumper used as a ball mount is limited to 5,000 lbs. and 500 lbs. tongue | 4WD | 10,990 lbs | 17,700 lbs | weight-distributing Class 4 hitch | p. 590 |
Fifth-wheel or gooseneck
| Configuration | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | GCWR | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XD models, Single Cab, Diesel engine, 2WD, Gooseneck Hitchtable 'XD models — Single Cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch', column 2WD; Maximum Payload 2,260 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; 'Maximum King pin load' 1,915 lbs. (no tongue load line in a gooseneck table) | 2WD | 12,760 lbs | 19,450 lbs | gooseneck hitch | p. 588 | |
| XD models, King Cab, Diesel engine, 2WD, Gooseneck Hitchtable 'XD models — King Cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch', column 2WD; Maximum Payload 2,130 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; 'Maximum King pin load' 1,895 lbs. (no tongue load line in a gooseneck table) | 2WD | 12,630 lbs | 19,450 lbs | gooseneck hitch | p. 589 | |
| XD models, Single Cab, Diesel engine, 4WD, Gooseneck Hitchtable 'XD models — Single Cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch', column 4WD; Maximum Payload 2,170 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; 'Maximum King pin load' 1,873 lbs. (no tongue load line in a gooseneck table) | 4WD | 12,480 lbs | 19,450 lbs | gooseneck hitch | p. 588 | |
| XD models, King Cab, Diesel engine, 4WD, Gooseneck Hitchtable 'XD models — King Cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch', column 4WD; Maximum Payload 1,970 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; 'Maximum King pin load' 1,825 lbs. (no tongue load line in a gooseneck table) | 4WD | 12,160 lbs | 19,450 lbs | gooseneck hitch | p. 589 | |
| XD models, Crew Cab, Diesel engine, 2WD, Gooseneck Hitchtable 'XD models — Crew Cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch', column 2WD; Maximum Payload 1,930 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; 'Maximum King pin load' 1,786 lbs. (no tongue load line in a gooseneck table) | 2WD | 11,900 lbs | 19,450 lbs | gooseneck hitch | p. 589 | |
| XD models, Crew Cab, Diesel engine, 4WD, Gooseneck Hitchtable 'XD models — Crew Cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch', column 4WD; Maximum Payload 1,840 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; 'Maximum King pin load' 1,700 lbs. (no tongue load line in a gooseneck table) | 4WD | 11,330 lbs | 19,450 lbs | gooseneck hitch | p. 589 |
| Configuration | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | GCWR | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XD models, Single cab, Gasoline engine, 2WD, Gooseneck Hitchtable 'XD models — Single cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch', column 2WD; Maximum Payload 2,690 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *4: GCWR for XD gasoline engine vehicles with 20 inch wheels is 16,900 lbs.; 'Maximum King pin load' 1,757 lbs. (no tongue load line in a gooseneck table) | 2WD | 11,710 lbs | 17,700 lbs | gooseneck hitch | p. 590 | |
| XD models, King cab, Gasoline engine, 2WD, Gooseneck Hitchtable 'XD models — King cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch', column 2WD; Maximum Payload 2,550 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *4: GCWR for XD gasoline engine vehicles with 20 inch wheels is 16,900 lbs.; 'Maximum King pin load' 1,727 lbs. (no tongue load line in a gooseneck table) | 2WD | 11,510 lbs | 17,700 lbs | gooseneck hitch | p. 591 | |
| XD models, Single cab, Gasoline engine, 4WD, Gooseneck Hitchtable 'XD models — Single cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch', column 4WD; Maximum Payload 2,700 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *4: GCWR for XD gasoline engine vehicles with 20 inch wheels is 16,900 lbs.; 'Maximum King pin load' 1,718 lbs. (no tongue load line in a gooseneck table) | 4WD | 11,450 lbs | 17,700 lbs | gooseneck hitch | p. 590 | |
| XD models, Crew cab, Gasoline engine, 2WD, Gooseneck Hitchtable 'XD models — Crew cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch', column 2WD; Maximum Payload 2,440 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *4: GCWR for XD gasoline engine vehicles with 20 inch wheels is 16,900 lbs.; 'Maximum King pin load' 1,709 lbs. (no tongue load line in a gooseneck table) | 2WD | 11,390 lbs | 17,700 lbs | gooseneck hitch | p. 591 | |
| XD models, King cab, Gasoline engine, 4WD, Gooseneck Hitchtable 'XD models — King cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch', column 4WD; Maximum Payload 2,430 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *4: GCWR for XD gasoline engine vehicles with 20 inch wheels is 16,900 lbs.; 'Maximum King pin load' 1,678 lbs. (no tongue load line in a gooseneck table) | 4WD | 11,180 lbs | 17,700 lbs | gooseneck hitch | p. 591 | |
| XD models, Crew cab, Gasoline engine, 4WD, Gooseneck Hitchtable 'XD models — Crew cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch', column 4WD; Maximum Payload 2,310 lbs. printed in the same table; NOTE before the charts: hitch specifications are based on S and SV grade models, gooseneck specifications on SV grade models; the table heading names the hitch; footnote *4: GCWR for XD gasoline engine vehicles with 20 inch wheels is 16,900 lbs.; 'Maximum King pin load' 1,668 lbs. (no tongue load line in a gooseneck table) | 4WD | 11,120 lbs | 17,700 lbs | gooseneck hitch | p. 591 |
Common questions
Which 2017 Nissan Titan XD engine tows the most?
Diesel engine, at up to 12,640 lbs. Next is Gasoline engine at up to 11,590 lbs.
What does a 2017 Nissan Titan XD need to tow 12,640 lbs?
The source lists this for the top-rated configuration: weight-distributing Class 4 hitch.
Can a 2017 Nissan Titan XD tow a fifth-wheel or gooseneck trailer?
The manufacturer publishes fifth-wheel or gooseneck ratings for it, up to 12,760 lbs. They are listed by configuration above.
Where do these numbers come from?
From 2017 Nissan Titan Owner's Manual. Each row in the tables above links to the document and gives the page the figure is printed on.
Towing equipment for the 2017 Nissan Titan XD
The manufacturer's tables name this equipment for some 2017 Nissan Titan XD configurations. Equipment does not raise a rating. Check the Needs column for your own build before buying anything.
- Weight-distributing hitch, listed for 12 of 24 configurations. See on Amazon (paid link)
- Gooseneck hitch, listed for 12 of 24 configurations. See on Amazon (paid link)
Parts sold to fit this vehicle. Fitting one does not raise a rating, and the tables above say what each rating needs.
- Trailer wiring harness for the 2017 Nissan Titan XD. See on Amazon (paid link)
- Trailer hitch receiver for the 2017 Nissan Titan XD. See on Amazon (paid link)
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Where these numbers come from
- 2017 Nissan Titan Owner's Manual, Nissan. Owner's manual. Retrieved October 3, 2026.
Page numbers count pages in the linked file, which can differ from the number printed in the corner. Report a number that looks wrong.
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