To calculate the off road load rating divide the load rating by the safety factor then subtract the weight of the racks this will tell you the safe off road cargo rating for your vehicle.
Pro rack roof rack weight limit.
But what does this mean.
The factory cross bars are the weak link.
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Even though people add much more weight than 120lbs in their rooftop setups toyota is only willing to claim a 120lb limit on their roof.
The safety factor is 1 5 to 2 depending on the roof rack and fixture style you can find the safety factor in the roof rack instructions.
Roof rack load limits are generally reflected in the way they mount to the roof and distribute.
As for weight the rating toyota gives is for the entire roof rack including the cross bars.
There s a roof rack weight limit for every single rack and set of bars sold along with a set of conditions.
Find your car to get started with a base rack system or select from accessories including bike racks kayak carriers offroad gear and more.
There are many guys that have mounted roof top tents to the roof utilizing the factory side rails and or a set of aftermarket bars like a yakima or thule rack.
Prorack roof racks and vehicle accessories are available at general auto and roof rack retailers in store and online across australia and new zealand.
Not very good when its mounted to a 4wd.
Available at local stockists across australia and new zealand.
The weight limit while driving dynamic is 110 pounds the static rating is 450.
I was hoping for more but my escape s rating is only 40 pounds.
If you are more than 110 pounds the roof flies off on the highway.