Does Thule Motion 3 Low Profile Roof Cargo Box Require Crossbars on Vehicle Roof
Updated 10/14/2025 | Published 10/12/2025
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2024 Land Rover Defender 130 Like to know Will the Thule Motion 3 Low Profile Roof Top Cago Box 18 cu. ft. Fit on my vehicles Roof...Do I need Cross bars for it to be placed on.??? Thank You Troy in Las Vegas.
asked by: Troy G
Expert Reply:
Hey Troy, the Thule Motion 3 Low Profile Rooftop Cargo Box # TH47PN that you referenced does require a set of crossbars be installed on the roof of your 2024 Land Rover Defender 130. If you don't have crossbars we have the Thule Wingbar Evo kit part # TH83SG that is a confirmed fit for your vehicle roof and would work great. There isn't a cargo box out there that can attach to a vehicle roof without crossbars for what that's worth.
What are you planning on carrying on your roof?
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Thule Motion 3 Low Profile Rooftop Cargo Box - 18 cu ft - Black Glossy
- Roof Box
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Extra Extra Long Length
- Low Profile
- Extra Large Capacity
- Dual Side Access
- Black
- Thule
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Troy G.
10/14/2025
Thank you great information. I will be purchasing the cargo box and cross bars soon. I just put duffle bags and light stuff. I have a Belgian Malinois that occupies the 2 fold down seats....Your product is exactly what I am looking for.