Recommended Roof Rack and Roof Mounted Tent for 2016 Lexus RX 350

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Hi, I want to install a roof rack for my Lexus 2016 RX350 no sunroof. I am planning on installing a roof top tent. Can the rack hold the weight of the tent which is approximately 110 LBS plus 2 adults?

asked by: Raymund C

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The Yakima SkyRise HD Tent for Roof Rack Crossbars - 2 Person - 400 lbs - Tan and Red # Y07436 weighs 101 lbs and can support up to 400 lbs. It can be installed on roof racks that are rated for 165 lbs capacity but they can not work with roof racks that require clips for fit. It is compatible with vehicles that have raised side rails, fixed mounting points, or flush side rails. The extra weight is largely supported by the ladder of the tent.

If you have the flush mounted side rails on your 2016 Lexus RX 350 then I recommend the Inno Roof Rack consisting of # INXB123-130, # INXS450, and # INTR163. This is rated for 165 lbs and is able to utilize that rooftop tent.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Hello Brandon, thanks for reaching out. The Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack #MPG215 will fit the factory raised rails on your 2016 Subaru Crosstrek, and it has a 165 lb dynamic weight capacity which is enough to carry the tent. The static capacity of the…

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Answer 2

The manufacturers do not typically provide the static weight limit of the roof racks. A lot of that reasoning is that the static load limit is typically higher than the cars roof capacity. What I can tell you is that the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack…

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Yes, the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack #MAL74AR will fit your 2023 Subaru Crosstrek with factory raised rails. These crossbars have a maximum weight capacity of 165-lbs, will easily clamp to your factory raised rails, and feature an aerodynamic design…

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The weight capacity of the roof rack needs to be at least 165 lbs for Yakima's Roof Top Tents #Y07437 and then the tent has a capacity of 600 lbs. When the vehicle is standing still the weight capacity is what the tents capacity is. This…

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For your 2002 or 2004 Mazda Tribute, for a roof mounted tent like the Yakima SkyRise 2 Person Tent #Y07436 or 3 Person Tent #Y07437 you will need crossbars. If you have the raised factory side rails, then I recommend the Thule bars #TH711220 and Evo…

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Hi Jerry; do you have factory raised rails on your 2009 Honda Pilot? If so, you can use a roof rack like the Malone #MAL84AR. This has a capacity of 165 lbs so it will be able to handle the tent. Static capacity is never listed so I would check to…

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I'm assuming you're wanting a roof rack to hold your tent since you looked at the Malone AirFlow2 #MAL74AR. I would double check the requirements of your roof tent to be sure, but this roof rack should be able to handle it. For example, a…

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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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Answer 10

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 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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Answer 12

Hey Jerit, congrats on the new car. We've got a couple of hitches that fit the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness. The etrailer Trailer Hitch item #e98912 is going to be the most affordable option. This custom fit class III hitch has a 2"…

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