Will Rhino Rack Roof Rack RR98VE Work With Thule Motion 3 Rooftop Cargo Box TH59PN?
Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 02/18/2025
Question:
Will this box work with the Rhino-Rack Vortex Roof Rack for Fixed Mounting Points - Aluminum - Black - Qty 2 for a 2018 Ford Explorer Sport AWD? If not what what is needed?
asked by: Victor
Expert Reply:
Hello Victor, thanks for reaching out. Sounds like you are on the right track, because the Rhino-Rack Vortex Roof Rack for Fixed Mounting Points # RR98VE for the 2018 Ford Explorer will indeed work with the Thule Motion 3 Rooftop Cargo Box # TH59PN.
The Rhino roof rack uses an aero crossbar, and the Thule box is made to be universal, so it will work with virtually any crossbar shape or brand. The crossbars must be spaced between 21-13/16" and 36-9/16" inches apart, and the fixed mounting points on your Explorer will undoubtedly meet this requirement.
You will find installation videos for the roof rack and cargo box below. Feel free to reach out if you need anything else.
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Thule Motion 3 Rooftop Cargo Box - 21 cu ft - Black Glossy
- Roof Box
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Extra Extra Long Length
- High Profile
- Extra Extra Large Capacity
- Dual Side Access
- Black
- Thule
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Jesse M.
10/30/2025
Hey Victor, how did the setup with the Thule Motion 3 cargo box and the Rhino-Rack Vortex roof rack turn out on your Explorer? Did the crossbar spacing work out as expected? Your update could make it easier for the next person with the same setup.