Roof Racks

Carry the gear that will not fit inside, without giving up cabin space. Our roof rack range covers Rhino-Rack racks and accessories alongside Wedgetail platform racks from Tradesman Roof Racks, plus the add-ons that bolt straight onto them: awnings, roof boxes, luggage bags, and holders for spare wheels, high lift jacks and gas bottles.

Everything ships Australia-wide, or book it in at our Burwood workshop in Melbourne and we will have it mounted, torqued and load-checked before you drive out.

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Choosing the right roof rack

Start with fitment, not features. Platform racks mount to vehicle-specific points, so a rack made for one wagon will not simply transfer to another. The Wedgetail platform we stock, for example, is built for the Ford Everest Next-Gen from 2022 onwards. Most Rhino-Rack holders, brackets and bags are universal or near-universal, but the rack underneath them has to match your vehicle.

Then check two numbers: the rack's dynamic load rating and your vehicle's roof load limit, which is in the owner's handbook. The lower of the two is your real capacity while driving, and it includes the weight of the rack itself. Static capacity, which matters if you plan to stand on the rack or sleep in a roof top tent at camp, is much higher. Remember that everything on the roof also counts toward your GVM.

Finally, think about what you want to hang off it. Awning brackets, jack holders, spare wheel straps and gas bottle holders all need mounting channels, so buy a rack with the accessory support to match your touring setup rather than the cheapest bare frame.

Roof rack FAQs

How much weight can I carry on a roof rack?

Whatever is lower: the rack's dynamic rating or your vehicle's roof load limit from the handbook. That figure includes the rack's own weight, so a heavy rack eats into your usable payload before you load a single item.

Will a roof rack affect fuel economy and noise?

A loaded rack adds drag, so expect some increase in fuel use and wind noise at highway speed. Low-profile platform racks are noticeably better than loaded baskets, and taking the roof box off between trips helps too.

Can Complete 4x4 fit my roof rack for me?

Yes. We fit racks, awnings, roof boxes and holders at our workshop at 88-94 Highbury Rd, Burwood. Call 03 9808 8966 to book a fitting or check what suits your vehicle before you order.

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