Thule Xsporter Pro Adjustable Height Truck Bed Ladder Rack - Aluminum - 450 lbs - Black
Item # TH500XTB
Our Price: $1,049.95
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2016 Ford F-350 Super Duty
6-3/4 Foot Bed
8 Foot Bed
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2016 Ford F-350 Super Duty - Thule Xsporter Pro Adjustable Height Truck Bed Ladder Rack - Aluminum - 450 lbs - Black
- Truck Bed
- No-Drill Application
- Fixed Rack
- Over the Bed
- Thule
- Adjustable Height
- 400 lbs
This truck bed ladder rack has aerodynamic load bars that adjust to 32 different heights for ultimate load-carrying versatility. Locking aluminum rack installs easily on your side rails, includes load stops, and works with most Thule accessories.
Features:
- Adjustable-height ladder rack for your truck bed
- CustomAdjust bars can be raised or lowered to 32 different heights for maximum load-carrying versatility
- Higher positions let you haul long loads and free up your truck bed for other cargo
- Lower positions let you easily load cargo and make the rack more aerodynamic
- QuickDial hand knobs make it easy to raise or lower the load bars
- Molded numbers on the uprights denote the load bar height
- T-slot load bar design allows you to easily attach and adjust channel-mounted accessories
- WindDiffuser rubber strips add finished look to load bars
- AirTrip technology - ridges in bars redirect air over and under bars to eliminate whistling
- Aero load stops included to help hold your cargo in place
- Fit easily into T-slots on the load bars
- 4 Fully welded mounting rails secure the load bar supports in place on your truck bed rails
- Easy, clamp-on installation - no cutting or drilling required
- 2 SecureLock clamp covers with Thule One-Key System locks secure the rails to your truck
- 2 Locking endcaps with Thule One-Key System locks secure the upright load bar supports to your truck
- Versatile load bars accept most Thule clamp-on and channel-mount carriers and accessories
- Some accessories may require Thule Xadapt adapters (sold separately)
- Reinforced, 600-grade, anodized aluminum construction is durable and rustproof
- Black color
Specs:
- Carrying capacity: 450 lbs
- Application: universal design fits most full-size and compact trucks
- Mounting kit (THXK3 - sold separately) required for Toyota Tacoma 2005-2015
- Mounting kit (THXK4 - sold separately) required for Toyota Tacoma 2016 to current
- Load bar dimensions: 72" long x 3-1/2" wide x 1-1/2" tall
- Maximum height from top of bed rail:
- Top of crossbar: 30"
- Top of load stop: 34-3/4"
- Limited lifetime warranty
500XTB Thule Xsporter Pro Adjustable-Height Truck Bed Rack with Load Stops - Aluminum - 450 lbs - Black
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Thule Xsporter Pro Adjustable Height Truck Bed Ladder Rack - Aluminum - 450 lbs - Black - TH500XTB
Average Customer Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars (83 Customer Reviews)
This truck bed ladder rack has aerodynamic load bars that adjust to 32 different heights for ultimate load-carrying versatility. Locking aluminum rack installs easily on your side rails, includes load stops, and works with most Thule accessories.by: Ryan05/22/2024
Fantastic Product - this is my second time purchasing this system. Nothing wrong with first set except they were silver and I wanted black on my all black truck. I use this for transporting Kayaks and fishing rods using the additional ski racks. I have used this product for over 10 years and it been on multiple trucks from Nissan Titan to Chevrolet 2500 and 3500 as well as F-350 ford. Cant say enough, Thule is the only brand I would consider.
by: Stephen10/19/2023
Ability to raise and lower the rack is very useful. It allows me to keep the boats as low to the ground/truck cab as possible for easier loading/unloading. I can raise the rear rack and load a motorcycle without removing it. I have removed the endcaps and run straps through the crossbars and was able to load two 17 aluminum canoes at once. Note, the endcaps are a bit delicate and extremely expensive to replace!
by: Timothy07/03/2021
I recently made a 4 hour trip home after picking up a new kayak while using the following equipment for the first time: Thule Xsporter Pro Truck Bed Ladder Rack, Thule Hull-A-Port Kayak Carrier w/Tie-Downs - J-Style, Thule Watersports Adapter for Aeroblade/Aeroblade Edge Bars and Thule Bow/Stern Tie-Downs. I'm impressed with the performance of all of those components.
by: Love It05/07/2020
Did some trimming on the truck bed rail to get max distance between brackets. I use the raise lower and removal function often and it’s ease to do. Only con is that I haven’t found a tonneau cover that works with it due to the bracket wrapping the bedrail.
by: Chris12/27/2017
Love these because of the adjustability. I can carry my tent lower than the roofline, or use to carry my canoe above it. The adjustable stops make it easy to change depending on whatever load you're running, ladders, plywood, a boat, etc! The black powder coat happens to match my truck perfectly.
by: Dan M07/29/2021
The Thule Xsporter Pro fits perfectly on my 2006 Tundra. Easy to install. Very study. I also want to mention the outstanding customer service provided by Samantha H at etrailer. She answered all my questions during the ordering process and kept me informed when product shipped. I received the product two days earlier than initially quoted.
by: Nicolas03/13/2020
2019 Ford F-150
Probably the best rack I have ever purchased, I was looking for a ladder rack that could adjust easily to fit in a parking garage. Directions were very clear and easy to follow. All required tools are supplied. This rack can be removed fast if needed, and has lockable fittings to keep others from easily removing it.
by: Michael10/08/2021
It was a HOT and sweaty install, but then I live in Kihei, HI where surfboards need a ride to the
beach! ALL the parts and pieces were there, very helpful. Measured, tested; made sure my truck would fit in the garage. After looking at dozens of options I was so glad I bought this.
by: Matt09/06/2022
2022 Toyota Tacoma
Thule bars are well made and install easily. Look great on my 2022 Tacoma...just ensure you get the additional install kit for the Toyota track system. AT the time of purchase no was sure if the TracOne adapter kit would work...it does. On the negative side....The cross bars were dimpled from shipping as you can see in the photo. Good news is that etrailer customer service was able to arrange two new bars to be sent as replacement. Excellent customer service!
by: Nick 11/30/2023
2015 GMC Sierra 2500
This is the third time ordering from you guys and you never disappoint. Communication is on point and the products were delivered within a couple of days. Very pleased.
by: Jared M03/03/2023
2022 Chevrolet Colorado
Installed my Thule Xsporter Pro racks yesterday. Very easy to install. The instructions were easy to follow. Everyone at retailer.com were terrific. They kept me informed from when my racks shipped until they arrived. Ordered the Racks on a Wednesday and received them on Saturday. Free shipping and I was able to track my order all the way. I would definitely order from etrailer.com again. Thanks for the great service.
by: Cynthia 11/04/2021
Best rack system ever!!! I put it together in less than an hour. Now, I can lower the crossbars and drive the truck in my garage with the kayak rack still on it. Note to self: 7ft garage doors are just too low... Fantastic customer service from Allison K. She kept me updated every step of the way from order to delivery. Thanks for another great product from etailer!
by: John11/20/2022
2022 Ford F-150
Thank you so much for the wonderful prompt delivery! Thank you to Justin for taking care of the process for me. I installed it in about an hour! Looks great on my new f150 !
by: Dave 01/25/2023
2022 GMC Canyon
Exactly what I needed for my goodboy kayak V racks. Love the adjustability which helps level out the v racks front to back. Solid feel. Black looks great on my new canyon.
by: Mike05/31/2022
Rack failed within the first month. Locking mech locks up, don't not lock and unscrews itself during travel. Locks to truck fell off. Protective caps broke after several adjustments to hold ladders up. Dont waste your money. I thought Thule was high quality and was wrong.
by: Thomas 02/24/2023
2010 Ford Ranger
The rack fit well on my 2010 Ford ranger and was the perfect answer to transporting the long poles for large canvas tents for my living history group. It would be perfect for ladders as well.
by: Paul01/31/2019
This is a fantastic product! Looks great, adjust easily. With the toolbox and ladder racks down it really gives the truck a unique look. Less than 5 minutes they can be adjusted up to carry whatever is needed. I attach my hullavator kayak cradle to it in another couple of minutes and am ready to easily load kayak. I couldn’t be more satisfied.
by: Scott 01/02/2022
Great rack! Only thing I can say bad is that cat washes won't let you take it through. Guess it has to do with the base breaking and tearing up equipment and people. I just wash my truck myself so no worries!
by: Jd01/07/2020
I have loaded this with lumber and other construction equip. Has not failed. Some times reinstalling the racks is a little frustrating but patience pays off. Once I entered a parking garage and forgot they were up because they are adjustable, got out of truck and lowered them which only takes a minute and was still able to park . Like these .
by: John09/30/2021
it is junk. The load stop tensioners seized up. Two of the end end caps broke off which allowed one of the load stops to then falls off in transit. Watched it bounce down the parkway. I have been using Thule for years. Always happy. I don't know what happened to the quality. It is no longer in their product.
by: Pam 05/22/2023
this is very quality item. should last well into the forseeable future. it was straightforward to install. I look forward to putting it to use next month.
by: Foster05/27/2023
The sales rep was courteous and helped me order just what I needed. The install was painless. The shipping was quick and I was kept apprised of the status from the time of sale to it arrived. I could not be more satisfied.
by: Daryl 09/23/2021
I love the adjustable ladder rack. Simple to install.
by: Aaron 11/29/2020
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
May be a little tricky to mount on the bedrails, depending on your truck. But simple, clean look! Sturdy and well built! The height adjustment feature works well. Very nice addition to the truck!
by: John 09/01/2022
Just what I expected, and great service, Thank you!
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