Can I Increase the Capacity of a Roof Rack on a 2010 Ford Escape to Mount a Roof Top Tent?
Updated 04/28/2025 | Published 04/24/2025
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Hi, I just bought a 2010 Ford Escape and looking to fit a San Hima Hotham roof top tent 163lbs on it. I’ve been informed that both the stock cross bars and raised rails have a load capacity of 100 lbs and won’t do the job securely. What solutions are there for raising the load capacity of this vehicle? Your help is greatly appreciated!
asked by: Adam
Expert Reply:
Hey Adam. There's no roof rack available that is going to increase your 2010 Ford Escape's roof rack capacity. I checked your owner's manual and verified the information you gave me and you are correct it has a 100 lbs capacity.
The only solution I have for you is to mount your San Hima Hotham roof top tent on the Malone MicroSportXT Trailer - 78" Crossbars item # MPG460XT.
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