Compatibility of Malone Steeltop Roof Rack and Rooftop Tent

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i see these are rated for just over 120 lbs. I want to mount a roof top tent at 4 points. does this add up to almost 500 pounds total along with the contact points of the fixed vehicle rails? the weight is only an issue when vehicle is parked and distributed across the entirety on the tent floor and frame.

asked by: Francis S

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The Malone SteelTop Roof Rack - Square Crossbars - 50" Long # MPG201 are comparable to most roof rack systems with a capacity of 165 lbs max and minimum crossbar spread of 24 inches. The rooftop tents like the Yakima SkyRise Tent for Roof Rack Crossbars - 2 Person - 400 lbs # Y07436 or 3 person # Y07437 distribute the weight differently than most other roof mounted accessories due to the stabilizing ladder and tray. The weight of the 3 person tent for traveling is just 120 lbs and the 2 person is 95 lbs. Both of these systems will work well with the Malone SteelTop Roof Rack.

expert reply by: Jason S

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For a vehicle roof tent made for a US spec vehicle you will want to choose one that is primarily supported by uprights that make contact with the ground. The reason is that in the US the vehicle roofs and roof racks do not have high enough weight…

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The Malone Universal Crossbar System #MPG201 is a more economical choice but it still does a good job. The design and quality of Thule's system is why they have such a large difference in price. Whether you go with the Thule Crossroads system…

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The Malone SteelTop Roof Rack #Malone SteelTop Roof Rack - Square Crossbars - Steel - 50" Long #MPG201 is a nice value option for your 2019 Jeep Cherokee with raised side rails. These will allow you to mount most roof top tents and ski racks…

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The Malone SteelTop Roof Rack #MPG201 that you referenced has a dynamic capacity of 165 lbs which is different from the capacity needed for a roof top tent as that would be static weight. Dynamic in this situation means the capacity it can carry…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13272 is my recommendation as a confirmed fit hitch that does not require trimming in order to install. The Curt comes in a glossy black finish and will look great on your Lexus as you can see from the pictured…

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