2017 Ford Explorer Roof Rack Weight Limit

The yakima thule roof rack on the same vehicle is rated to 99 lbs.
2017 ford explorer roof rack weight limit. Use the tie down loops on the thumbwheels to secure load. I load about 140 lbs without any issues. Lowest price roof rack guarantee. 2016 explorer roof rack weight concern with moonroof.
I have a 2014 ford escape with pano roof. The oem crossbars for the 2016 ford explorer or any aftermarket roof racks are limited to 100 lbs for non moon roof applications or 45 lbs if you have the moon roof. Click on a term to search for related topics. The cross bars can be adjusted by using the thumbwheels at each end.
Before purchasing the roof gear i called two ford dealers for the input both expressed that the rating in the owner s manual has no clear explanation and recommended following the thule weight limit capacity guidelines. Purchased for my 2017 explorer sport so that i can later mount a snowboard rack for this winter season. Factory roof racks often suck. Installation instructions and lifetime expert support on all purchases of 2017 ford explorer roof rack.
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The ford roof rack for your vehicle is rated to 44 lbs. Your ford escape offers an available adjustable roof rack. The maximum recommended load to be carried on the roof rack is 200 lbs 90 kg evenly distributed. Racks and carriers by yakima roof mounted cargo basket small.
But i would suggest you avoid putting double the weight limit on a factory rack. Luggage rack your vehicle is equipped with a roof rack for transporting items on the exterior of the vehicle. Ford explorer 4dr suv with roof rails 01 11 to 12 15 ford explorer 5dr suv with flush rails 16 to 19 ford explorer gen6 u625 4dr suv with elevated roof rails 20 to 12 20 ford explorer 4dr suv with factory tracks 01 96 to 12 01. This is not due to the strength of the bars but rather the limitations on roof capacity by the manufacturer.