Weight Capacity of 2016 Ford Explorer with Panoramic Sunroof for Cargo Box

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I have oem crossbars on my 2016 explorer sport with panoramic sunroof .could you please tell me the weight limit I can put in the box thanks

asked by: DAVID M

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The roof capacity of your 2016 Ford Explorer is 45 lb since you have panoramic sunroof. The versions of your vehicle that do not have the sunroof have a 100 lb weight capacity.

The Thule Motion XT part # TH629806 that you referenced weighs 20 lbs so you'd have ability to store up to 25 lbs of cargo safely in the box.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 2

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Answer 4

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Weight Capacity of 2016 Ford Explorer with Panoramic Sunroof for Cargo Box

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