This is not due to the strength of the bars but rather the limitations on roof capacity by the manufacturer.
2016 ford explorer roof rack weight limit.
That is because it has the dual panel sun moon roof.
Learn how to adjust it to fit your needs.
So if you want to have some peace of mind and be covered in insurance situations you might want to grab some aeroblade edge racks to mount to your flushrail.
You can buy aftermarket bars for 300 400.
The yakima thule roof rack on the same vehicle is rated to 99 lbs.
Since ford limited your 2016 ford explorer s roof weight capacity to 45 lbs that means that regardless of what roof rack you install you still can only have 45 lbs of weight on it.
So if you went with the thule roof rack that consists of part numbers th711420 th460r and thkit3151 you would only be able to carry 34 lbs of roof.
The ford roof rack for your vehicle is rated to 44 lbs.
I just removed the factory cross bars and u bolted some aero alum bars to the front back supports and loaded my rooftop tent on it.
Racks and carriers accessories available for the 2016 ford explorer.
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Currently offering 28 ford factory racks and carriers accessories for your 2016 explorer from ford custom accessories.
2016 ford explorer specs safety the table below shows all 2016 ford explorer specs by style including mpg fuel economy transmission details and interior and exterior dimensions.
The oem crossbars for the 2016 ford explorer or any aftermarket roof racks are limited to 100 lbs for non moon roof applications or 45 lbs if you have the moon roof.
No use for crossbars when they will take up half the load rating imho.
So if you do not have the moon roof you will be able to carry your 75 lb canoe.
Your ford escape offers an available adjustable roof rack.
Roof rack weight limits by design us auto roofs must be able to support 1 5x the weight of the car.