Ladder Rack Recommendation for a Roof Top Tent on a 2021 Ford Ranger with a 5-Foot Bed

Question:

Hello, I was wondering what the static weight limit for this is. Basically want to do a rooftop tent on a ladder rack but gear and people will weight between 900-1100 lbs. Thank you

asked by: Justin J

Expert Reply:

I have a great ladder rack for you that allows you to mount a roof top tent. However, I confirmed that the TruXedo Elevate Truck Bed Rack System - 18" or 28" # TX86NV has a static weight capacity of 750 pounds. This is the weight capacity of when your truck is stationary. I went ahead and attached a screenshot from the installation manual that shows this spec.

From the vehicle that you inputted in the fitguide, it looks like you have a 2021 Ford Ranger with a 5-foot bed. The only rack we have that is within he weight limit you need is the T-Rac Pro2 Truck Bed Ladder Rack for Compact Pickups - Fixed Mount - 1,000 lbs # TH37001XT. The 1,000-pound maximum capacity of this rack is the dynamic weight rating (the weight capacity of the rack while the vehicle is in motion). Even though Thule does not test their racks for a static weight rating, it is most likely considerably higher than the dynamic rating.

expert reply by: Bob C