What are the Dimensions of the Thule Xsporter Ladder Rack Crossbars

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What is the width of the crossbars on the TH500XT Rack? This is not listed anywhere, nor on Thules site.

asked by: Mike K

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If you mean the length of the bars from side to side on the Thule Xsporter ladder rack # TH500XT they are 72 inches. If you mean the width front to back of an individual bar they are 3-5/8 inches wide and 1-3/4 inches tall.

expert reply by: Michael H

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