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Adarac Pro Series Custom Truck Bed Ladder Rack - Aluminum - Matte Black - 500 lbs
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2021 Ford Ranger
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2021 Ford Ranger - Adarac Pro Series Custom Truck Bed Ladder Rack - Aluminum - Matte Black - 500 lbs
Highlights
- Designed to Fit Your 2021 Ford Ranger: Installs with hardware that attaches to your truck's bed rails or stake pockets
- High Load Capacity: Carries up to 500 lbs (250 lbs per bar) for heavy work or sports gear.
- Tonneau Cover Friendly: Works with most inside-the-rail covers for full bed access.
- Rustproof Aluminum Build: Lightweight matte black frame resists corrosion and wear.
- Easy No-Drill Install: Foam-padded rails mount with included stake pocket inserts.
- Secure Cargo Mounting: Slotted crossbars accept tie-downs and accessories for quick setup.
Features to know about
Haul Work or Weekend Gear: Carries Up To 500 lbs
The Adarac Pro Series Custom Truck Bed Ladder Rack gives you solid support for both jobsite materials and weekend fun. With a 500-lb carrying capacity (250 lbs per bar) and 66" long x 1-1/2" wide crossbars, it easily handles ladders, lumber, pipes, skis, canoes, or kayaks. The over-cab height design keeps long cargo above the bed, leaving the inside open for tools or gear. You can set it up once and count on it to handle heavy, uneven loads without blocking your rear view.
Keep Your Bed Cover: Works With Inside-the-Rail Tonneau Covers
If you already have a tonneau cover, this rack is built to work with it. The framework doesn’t interfere with most inside-the-rail covers, including Lomax hard tri-fold and Access roll-up styles. That means you don’t have to choose between protecting your cargo and carrying more above it. The rails mount cleanly in the stake pockets, so your cover can stay sealed and functional underneath.
Adapt To Your Load: Utility Rails and Slotted Crossbars
The square crossbars and utility rails both have integrated mounting channels, giving you plenty of ways to secure and organize cargo. Rubber strips on top of the bars help keep things stable and reduce vibration, and they can be removed when you need to access the top channels for tie-downs or load stops (sold separately). The uprights slide or remove along the utility rails, so you can adjust spacing for different lengths of gear.
Strong, Rustproof Build: Matte Black Aluminum Construction
Lightweight extruded aluminum keeps the rack strong but rustproof. The matte black finish protects against corrosion and adds durability over time. Foam-padded bases protect your truck’s rails, and angled uprights create a streamlined look without sacrificing strength. It’s tough enough for work, clean enough for everyday use, and built to stay that way through the seasons.
Quick Setup: No-Drill, Custom Fit Installation
Mounting the Adarac Pro Series doesn’t require drilling. The utility rails bolt into the stake pockets using included aluminum inserts, and the foam padding underneath shields your bed rails from scratches. Once installed, the uprights and crossbars are easy to remove or reposition when you need to haul tall items or clear space in the bed. It’s a simple, solid setup that’s ready for work or play.
Specs
Weight and Capacity
- Carrying capacity: 500 lbs (250 lbs per bar)
Dimensions
- Crossbar dimensions: 66" long x 1-1/2" wide
Warranty
- Limited warranty: 1 year
F2010082 ACI Adarac Pro Series Custom Truck Bed Rack - Aluminum - Matte Black - 500 lbs
Ratings & Reviews
4.7
55 reviews
by:
Patrick
11/01/2025
2022
Ford
F-150
Overall good product, works with my trifold tonneau cover, I do wish it had some sort of cover for the stake pocket where the upright bolts in. I wish I came with additional channel nuts as well for bolting onto the crossbars
by:
Marc
05/10/2024
2023
Ford
F-150
I have had the rack installed for about six weeks. After a few trips on everything from highways to gravel and dirt roads it has been very solid. We have a fly fishing rod case mounted on it and it's solid. I think there is a little wind noise but not much. Easy to install, lots of good paper instructions as well as videos on line. Next trip will have our canoe mounted on top.
by:
Rob
07/01/2025
2022
Jeep
Gladiator
I bought this rack believing installation did not require drilling. That may be true for installation on many vehicles, but does require drilling to install on a Jeep Gladiator. Special instructions that come with the rack are quite clear on this for both a Jeep Gladiator and a Toyota Tacoma up to 2023.
A 2nd issue came up while following the instructions. They call for torquing the self threading bold to 85 in/lbs. When I hit 60 in/lbs, the self threading bolts started stripping out the holes. I fixed this using 6 nuts to hold the self threading bolts from underneath. Tight clearances made this a tougher job than it should have been.
To anticipate questions, yes I was using a torque wrench calibrated in inch pounds and not foot pounds. Yes I used the proper drill size and did not wobble the holes larger. I believe that at least for Jeep Gladiator, the kit should include nuts for the hold down bolts. Can't comment on the Toyota Tacoma - but be prepared.
I will say that once installed, the rack looks to be a quality item and I am otherwise satisfied with it. If not for the unexpected installation hassles, I would rate the rack as 5 stars.
A 2nd issue came up while following the instructions. They call for torquing the self threading bold to 85 in/lbs. When I hit 60 in/lbs, the self threading bolts started stripping out the holes. I fixed this using 6 nuts to hold the self threading bolts from underneath. Tight clearances made this a tougher job than it should have been.
To anticipate questions, yes I was using a torque wrench calibrated in inch pounds and not foot pounds. Yes I used the proper drill size and did not wobble the holes larger. I believe that at least for Jeep Gladiator, the kit should include nuts for the hold down bolts. Can't comment on the Toyota Tacoma - but be prepared.
I will say that once installed, the rack looks to be a quality item and I am otherwise satisfied with it. If not for the unexpected installation hassles, I would rate the rack as 5 stars.
by:
Michael
09/25/2026
Adarac pro was as advertised and assembly went well. Looks good on the truck. Delivery was ahead of schedule.
Always good doing business with etrailer
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Gary
04/20/2022
I had delayed trying to get ladder racks because I wasn't sure whether it would work with my bed cover. I was able to locate the correct model online and verify my findings and order on the phone Rodney was helpful and friendly.
Gary W.
4/21/2023
Great. The rack looks good and is very stable
by:
Ken
08/24/2020
2020
Ford
F-150
Packaged delivered in good shape. The rack was very well made. It was easy to install. Very sturdy and should hold up well. The Pro model worked with my Bak-flip Tonneau Cover. I would highly recommend this product. I have used etrailer for years and they always come thru.
Kenneth S.
8/20/2021
It works great with my bakflip hard cover
by:
Tran
06/22/2021
I love my Adarac Pro Series Custom Truck Bed Ladder Rack - Aluminum - Matte Black - 500 lbs. I found it easy to install by myself—including cutting the deck plastic trim to expose my stake covers. Its black finish complements my truck. Best of all, it enables my BAK Industries tonneau cover, Revolver X2, to maintain is full functionality. My only recommendation would be to include more foam strips. They are intended to fill the gaps between the end of the grooves on the plastic trim to the end of the rail. There was enough for one strip of foam on each end rather than two (one on each side of the rail) on each end of the rails.
by:
Russell
08/27/2026
Looks like the rack will work out good for hauling canoes and kayaks and such. Appears well made, and installed pretty easily.
by:
Richard
04/13/2021
2020
Jeep
Gladiator
Took a couple of hours to install. One on the few you can use with hard tri-fold bed cover. Going to add side bars for off-road tools.
by:
Oleg
10/14/2022
I have had this rack for one year. So far, so good. It looks great, way better than other models I see around. Do not rust; sturdy enough. Works well with trunk cover. Installation is a bit tricky, but any handyman can do it alone in a couple of hours. Good purchase overall
by:
Matt
06/18/2025
2025
Ford
Ranger
After 90 minute install, it feels sturdy and looks great. Ford ranger 2025, no cutting or drilling required. I like the fact that it has some rubber strips on top, should work well for carrying a kayak. Will need to unscrew antenna if carrying something in middle over roof.
Gwendolyn Y.
6/20/2025
Happy to hear that you love the rack, Matt! When do you get to use it to carry your kayaks to the water?
by:
Donald P.
11/24/2025
Package arrived on time I have been out of town for a few weeks so just put it together today
It fit perfectly I think it looks good will mount kayaks on it and see if it works
I am well pleased so far
It fit perfectly I think it looks good will mount kayaks on it and see if it works
I am well pleased so far
by:
Jose A
03/10/2025
2022
Jeep
Gladiator
Clean, sleek look. Easy to install!
Gwendolyn Y.
3/11/2025
Looks great on your Gladiator, Jose! What are you going to put on the rack?
by:
Mark
06/25/2025
The ladder rack is great. Fits over my tonneau cover. And carries everything I put up there.
by:
Sergio
09/07/2022
I really like the aesthetics of the ladder rack and functionality. Its sturdy, durable and looks slick !
by:
John t
04/14/2019
Works great with the backflip hard cover.
Should have some predrilled hole to attach tie down straps.
Should have some predrilled hole to attach tie down straps.
Jack T.
4/15/2020
Great
by:
Lawrence
07/16/2021
Ford
F-150
I bought this ladder rack because I needed something that would attach to the stake pockets of my f-150 because I have a bed cover. Everything else I found had to hook around the side of the truck bed. Installation was easy. The only issue I had was the forward stake holes didn't have a removable cover. I had to cut a hole in each side.I use them to carry my kayaks when I go camping. They work great for that and carrying anything that won't fit in the bed.
by:
William
04/21/2023
Love this ladder rack...it works great with my tauneau cover, Iuse it to transport our Kayaks when we go camping and it is great to still be able to use my bed with the tauneau cover on to protect our gear in inclimate weather. I would absolutely buy it again. Thanks.
by:
Myron
02/12/2021
This rack is very solid and travels well.
I have had no problems but I should say I have used it lightly.
I have had no problems but I should say I have used it lightly.
Myron
2/13/2022
I have traveled with kayaks at highway speeds from Wisconsin to Texasthree times with two kayaks and have no problems.
by:
Paul
01/12/2021
2020
Chevrolet
Silverado 2500
Box came open at one end and slightly open at the other. I was nervous thinking that the hardware bag and two additional accessories that I ordered might be missing. Upon opening the box everything was there and well packaged. The only issue I had was one of the vertical supports that has two laser cut holes didn't have one of the holes completely cut. 3/4 of the cut was made. I punched a starter hole in the center and drilled it out and finished the install. Overall great rack for carting around the canoe or lumber longer than the pickup bed. One other thing. They need to debur the edges of the aluminum pieces otherwise they are very sharp.
by:
Aaron
09/07/2022
I think it's a great ladder rack for step ladders and shorter extension ladders. I qwould support anything longer than a 16 footer. It was easy to put together and works really well for what I need and with my tonneau coover
by:
Jim
08/20/2022
Easy to install, very stout, light weight, looks great and the tie down points on the ends of the racks are a great feature. Nothing to not like ... well maybe the price lol.
Jim
8/21/2023
Im sorry, its not good.Dry rotted rubber hinges cracking, seals falling out, parts falling off,some coming loose. FYI:my pickup is kept in pristine condition, no off road always garaged... etc.
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Marc
5/11/2025
The rack works great. We’ve had the canoe on it. It’s solid. It has not needed any adjustments. The paint is holding up just fine. We’ve removed and reinstalled it twice with no problems. Very glad we got this one