Thule Xsporter Pro Adjustable Height Truck Bed Ladder Rack - Aluminum - 450 lbs - Silver
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2017 Ford F-150 - Thule Xsporter Pro Adjustable Height Truck Bed Ladder Rack - Aluminum - 450 lbs - Silver
- Truck Bed
- Fixed Rack
- Thule
- No-Drill Application
- Over the Bed
- 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
- Silver 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
500XT Thule Xsporter Pro Adjustable-Height Truck Bed Rack with Load Stops - Aluminum - 450 lbs - Silver
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Thule Xsporter Pro Adjustable Height Truck Bed Ladder Rack - Aluminum - 450 lbs - Silver - TH500XT
Average Customer Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars (82 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: Danny.A.09/25/2012
I ordered a truck rack Monday Sept 17th just after 8am pacific time. Within an hour I received an e-mail that the order was being processed. A short time later i received an e-mail that the order had shipped . I received my order on Friday the 21st. I have installed the Rack in my truck and it looks great. I am a return customer and would recommend etrailer to anyone in the market for any items they may need. Etrailer your great. Thanks for the fantastic service.
by: James N.01/09/2018
More expensive than other racks but I was impressed with the quality of the components, the directions and even the packaging. I wanted racks that I could adjust as low as possible to ease the loading of kayaks and just clear the cab. These adjust to just about any height you'd want in 3/4 inch increments. My only doubt is whether the C clamps that secure the bases to the bed rails might loosen over time.
by: Rick S08/14/2017
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
The Thule rack has met all of my expectations quality, ease of installation, and versatility. My install is on a utility trailer used for various tasks. Removing and replacing the rack takes about 15 minutes, highly recommend this product.
by: Kent06/03/2018
2005 Dodge Ram Pickup
Easy transaction, the box arrived torn but there was nothing missing or damaged. Great price and service. Had a question and called and spoke to Lori AB. and received excellent service. Have purchased from etrailer before and will continue to make purchases with them.
by: Bill03/12/2017
2015 FordF-150
Very expensive with poor bolt design for top rails. Bolts can easily fall out. Replacement bolts from Thule require the purchase of a whole package for $52. For the price expected a better design
by: Fred06/17/2021
They seemed good was relatively easy to put together the look pretty. If you happen to bump into anything with them slowly or not they will pop at the aluminum base on the side of the truck. As always with racks you should be aware of any items hanging but it did not slow down or give a warning you bump into something it just snapped. They are light and easy - also make sure to lubricate the parts that move or they can bind up.
by: James10/02/2022
End caps broke within a week. Poor design. Rack are not as sturdy as I thought they would be
by: sttve e.09/24/2013
got it put together, when it arrived i was a little bummed , shipping wasn't kind to my rack, has some dents in the cross bars but, i put some surfboard pads on and i can live with it. It works great, just went and bought a massive SUP board so all is good.
thx much steve e.
by: George 11/16/2016
Nissan Frontier
Fits my Nissan frontier,easy to install,classy looking,Fast shipping ever.Thanks Megan for helping me get my shipment.I plan to use this for work during the week and for my bike's on the weekend.I saw a lot of other ladder racks online they were not as nice as this one.Thanks.
by: ricky12/05/2011
this product was great, great aluminum material, really solid rack for sure, easy installation, and adds a great look to the truck, shipping couldnt have gone any faster, by far the cheapest place ive found for this ladder rack. Thanks Etrailer.com!!!!!!!
by: PT06/06/2012
I do a lot of online ordering, and etrailer stands out for their prompt service and rapid delivery at a great price...
Highly recommendable, Good Work etrailer Staff!
by: Rc07/17/2015
2010 Toyota Tundra
Look and feel of quality components. Straight forward installation.
by: Kevin K06/10/2017
Easy install. Arrived timely. Customer service was awesome.
Kevin K.
6/28/2018
Awesome product still! Thank you
by: Carey09/26/2014
2010 FordF-150
Easy to install. easy to use. An ideal piece of equipment for the back of your truck.
Dan Z.
2/20/2015
would this fit on a 2015 GMC Sierra Crew Cab short bed?
by: Shaun Smith06/04/2018
Still perfect, standing up to use very well
by: Christian B02/05/2020
Muy buen producto [very good product]
by: James V.09/13/2013
Very well made strong and sturdy,love i t.
by: Barry 09/15/2021
Excellent delivery great price love it
by: HL DETAILING 11/07/2013
EXCELLENT
by: Joe02/14/2022
by: William 12/06/2021
2015 Ford F-350 Super Duty
by: Thomas 10/11/2021
2021 Ford Ranger
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.
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James N.
1/9/2019
With a years use now on the racks, Ive been pleased with them. The C clamps have needed to be tightened once, maybe twice but I have used the racks many times and sometimes on some fairly rough roads.