Cargo Carriers & Racks

Types of Cargo Racks and Carriers

A cargo rack mounts to your roof, your hitch receiver or your truck bed, and the mount style decides what you can haul. Roof-mount gear includes hard-shell rooftop cargo carriers, aluminum cross bars and open roof baskets. Hitch-mount carriers slide into a 2 in. receiver and hold gear behind your vehicle.

Truck owners get a few more options. Ladder racks, bed racks and cab racks handle long, bulky or awkward loads that won't fit flat in the bed. Some setups combine pieces, like a rooftop carrier sold as a kit with cross bars.

You'll find more than 2,100 products in this category, including JEGS rooftop carriers, cross bars and baskets. It sits within our wider exterior accessories lineup, so you can outfit the rest of your vehicle while you shop. Use the Brand, Material and Overall Length filters to narrow the list fast.

Rooftop Cargo Carriers and Roof Rack Cross Bars

A rooftop cargo carrier gives you enclosed, lockable storage on top of your vehicle, and roof rack cross bars give it a place to mount. JEGS 10 cu. ft. and 18 cu. ft. rooftop cargo carriers use a lockable, weatherproof hard shell with a 110 lb. carrying capacity.

Need bars too? Carrier kits pair a rooftop box with 47 in. or 52 in. aluminum cross bars. You can also buy 47 in. and 52 in. aluminum cross bar sets on their own.

For open-top hauling, roof rack cargo baskets come in 46x39 in. and 64x39 in. sizes. A basket handles coolers, duffel bags and odd-shaped gear that won't fit in a closed box.

Before your next road trip, read our car roof storage guide. Then follow our tips on how to pack a rooftop cargo box to spread weight evenly and use every inch of space.

Hitch Cargo Carriers for 2 In. Receivers

A hitch cargo carrier slides into your 2 in. receiver and carries gear behind your vehicle at waist height. The hitch-mount cargo carrier rack in this category holds up to 500 lb. and has a black powder-coated finish. Loading at that height is easier on your back than lifting heavy gear onto the roof.

Hauling a dirt bike? The aluminum receiver-mount dirt bike carrier is rated for 400 lb. Make sure the combined weight of the bike and carrier stays within the tongue weight rating of your hitch and vehicle.

Strap every load down with ratchet tie-down straps so nothing shifts at highway speed. If you need pins, clips or other hardware for your receiver, browse our receiver hitch accessories. Our hitch cargo carrier buying guide covers more ways to haul with your hitch before you buy.

Truck Ladder Racks, Bed Racks and Cab Racks

Truck ladder racks, bed racks and cab racks lift long or bulky cargo above the bed, so you keep floor space free for other gear. Heavy-duty truck ladder rack arms adjust between 19 1/2 in. and 32 3/4 in. to clear different loads. A 4-post universal truck rack uses black steel tubing for long items like ladders and lumber.

Building an overland rig? The ARB 4x4 BASE Cab Rack Platform measures 49x45 in. and is made from textured black aluminum. The Go Rhino XRS Overland Xtreme Rack is another option for overland-style builds.

If you also run one of our tonneau covers and truck bed covers, confirm the rack clears it before you order. You can round out the build with truck bed and tailgate accessories. Camping from your truck? Our truck and SUV tents pair well with a rack that carries the rest of your gear.

How to Choose the Right Cargo Rack

The right cargo rack matches your vehicle, your load and how you'll use it. Start with these checks before you add one to your cart:

• Pick a mount style that fits your vehicle, whether that's the roof, a 2 in. receiver or the truck bed.
• Compare rated capacity, such as 110 lb. for a rooftop carrier or 500 lb. for a hitch carrier.
• Choose a material, such as aluminum or steel, and a finish like black powder coat.
• Measure your truck's bed length and filter by it.
• Check whether drilling is required and whether mounting hardware is included.

Think about access too. A rooftop box keeps gear enclosed but sits overhead, while a hitch carrier stays low and easy to load. Truck racks free up bed space but add height, so check garage and drive-through clearance.

Already own a carrier? Replacement latches and hardware are listed here, so you can keep it in service longer.