How to choose roof rack supports, rating of the best supports

A variety of types of supports on the market allows you to install cargo crossbars on a machine with any type of body - with special places provided by the car factory, high or integrated longitudinal rails, gutters, without any of the above elements (smooth roof).

Car roof rack supports are one of the most important parts of cargo systems. They are needed to fix the transverse arches on the body. They are mounted devices for the transport of goods (luggage boxes, baskets).

Set of trunk supports "Atlant" for a smooth roof

This model of the luggage system has a reputation as the most modern of domestic-made devices designed for installation in the doorway of a car. The difference of this trunk is that it uses reinforced arches made of light aluminum alloy with an aerodynamic section of the profile. This solution lightens the weight of the structure, is not subject to atmospheric corrosion and retains its decorative appearance for a long time.

The universal design of the “E” type supports with a set of adapters will allow you to mount such a roof rack on different brands of cars with a smooth roof by adjusting the adapter to the dimensions and configuration of the body in the installation area.

Set of trunk supports "Atlant" for a smooth roof

General characteristics
A type	set of arches and supports
Universal	Yes
Attachment point	in the doorway ("smooth roof")
Arc profile type	aerodynamic
Locks	metal
Max lifting capacity	50 kg
Material	supports - steel, arches - aluminum alloy
Detailed equipment	● supports - 4 pcs.; ● transverse arcs of a streamlined section - 2 pcs.; ● installation key – 1 pc.; ● a set of regular locks - 4 pcs. (optional - Atlant locks with 2 keys); ● instruction

Support kit for AMOS Dromader C-15 bars

The manufacturer of devices for transporting luggage on cars from Poland is Amos Pl. The company is known for its products that meet European quality and reliability standards. The company's catalogs contain products for more than 70 automakers around the world, including expensive prestigious models. Well-known among foreign car owners in Russia, as it combines a high level of assembly with a favorable price.

Support kit for AMOS Dromader C-15 bars

The product line with the cipher Dromader C-15 is used for mounting on regular places provided for by the design of specific models. For this reason, the systems do not have universality and require matching by article according to the machine for which they were purchased.

General characteristics
A type	support kit
Universal	Yes
Attachment point	to standard mounting points provided for by the design of the car
Arc profile type	pterygoid
Locks	metal
Max lifting capacity	70 kg
Material	anodized aluminum
Detailed equipment	● supports for roof rails - 4 pcs.; ● aerodynamic cross members - 2 pieces; ● a set of fasteners for installation - 1 pc.; ● instruction

THULE Rapid System 753 support kit

System for installation on the roof of the car with standard fixing points provided by the design. The manufacturer is the world leader in the field of car trunks, the Swedish company Thule.

THULE Rapid System 753 support kit

A feature of the 753-series products is a low profile, which is especially well compatible with wing-shaped transverse arches.

Together with them, such a system is characterized by good aerodynamics, reducing fuel consumption at high speeds and not creating noise. Standard Thule One-Key locks protect property from loss or theft.

General characteristics
A type	support kit
Universal	Yes
Attachment point	to the regular places provided by the manufacturer
Arc profile type	Suitable for AeroBlade and WingBar
Locks	metal
Max lifting capacity	100 kg
Material	impact-resistant plastic
Detailed equipment	● supports - 4 pcs.; ● installation key – 1 pc.; ● set of locks Thule One-Key - 4 pcs.; ● instruction

Set of ATLANT supports behind the doorway

Structure for attaching the cargo system to the roof of a car that is not equipped with roof rails or gutters. Universal stops for mounting in a doorway with modifications to the clamping mechanism are suitable for most domestic-made machines. In the “economy” version, they are equipped with steel arches coated with powder paint.

Set of ATLANT supports behind the doorway

The advantage is the low price. Suitable if the trunk is used several times during the season and does not fumble on the roof all the time.

General characteristics
A type	set of arches and supports
Universal	with adapter selection
Attachment point	in the doorway
Arc profile type	rectangular
Locks	no
Max lifting capacity	50 kg
Material	powder coated steel
Detailed equipment	● supports for arcs - 4 pcs.; ● rails of cross members - 2 pcs.; ● installation key – 1 pc.; ● instruction

THULE Rapid System 751 support kit

The products of the world leader in the manufacture of cargo systems for passenger cars of all brands - the Swedish company Thule. Series 751 is used for installation on vehicles in the design of which the manufacturer has provided special mounting points. Locks that prevent the possibility of theft of luggage together with the beams to which it is secured are already included in the delivery.

THULE Rapid System 751 support kit

Thule's highest quality standards make transport safe. All trunks are mandatory tested for resistance to shock and wear, for resistance to climatic conditions, solar radiation.

General characteristics
A type	set of supports for fastening arches
Universal	no
Attachment point	to regular positions
Arc profile type	compatible with Thule AeroBar, ProBar, SlideBar, SquareBar, WingBar
Locks	metal
Max lifting capacity	100 kg
Material	impact-resistant plastic
Detailed equipment	● supports for roof rails - 4 pcs.; ● fasteners for installation - 1 set; ● instruction

Inter Integra Roof Rack Kit

Sets of luggage systems under this brand are produced in Russia and are designed for installation on integrated roof rails of those car models on which they are available (the manufacturer indicates compatibility with 27 car brands). They are completed with technologically advanced wing-shaped cross-sections with good aerodynamics. To protect against theft, they are supplied with key locks.

Inter Integra Roof Rack Kit

This type of trunk is characterized by reduced air flow resistance at high speed, which significantly reduces the noise level in the cabin and saves up to 0,5 liters of fuel per 100 km compared to traditional devices.

General characteristics
A type	set of arches and supports
Universal	Yes
Attachment point	on integrated rails
Arc profile type	aerodynamic wing-shaped
Locks	metal
Max lifting capacity	75 kg
Material	aluminum
Detailed equipment	● supports for roof rails - 4 pcs.; ● crossbars - 2 pcs.; ● installation key – 1 pc.; ● set of security locks 4 pcs. (2 Keys); ● instruction

Roof rack kit Eurodetal

Eurodetal is a well-known manufacturer of auto parts and cargo systems with over 20 years of history. The company occupies one of the top positions in the domestic sector of this market, creating models for almost any Russian-made car and the most popular foreign cars in the country.

Roof rack kit Eurodetal

The universal design of fasteners for a smooth roof (according to the factory catalog - types "A" and "B") is installed on the surface of the body and is securely fixed to the stamping of the doorway with a presser foot with an adjustable fastener.

It can be equipped with both steel and aluminum crossbars of rectangular or streamlined section.

General characteristics
A type	set of arches and supports
Universal	Yes
Attachment point	on flat roof
Arc profile type	rectangular or aerodynamic
Locks	no
Max lifting capacity	50 kg
Material	metal
Detailed equipment	● supports - 4 pcs.; ● rails of cross members - 2 pcs.; ● installation key – 1 pc.; ● instruction

Set of supports for arches Lux BK1 on the roof behind the doorways

The installation kit is intended for fixing the transverse beams of a standard rectangular profile to the car roof. The design is universal and suitable for installation on almost any car, the fastening is made in the doorway and is rigidly fixed with a metal bracket of the adapter. These staples are produced for the individual geometry of each brand of machines and differ in their geometry, length, bending angles.

Set of supports for arches Lux BK1 on the roof behind the doorways

All parts of the set are either made of durable plastic that does not scratch the paintwork surface, or covered with a protective polymer layer. After mounting the cross members and tightening all the bolts, the system is rigid and securely fixed.

General characteristics
A type	support installation kit
Universal	universal supports, adapters for a specific brand of machine
Attachment point	on flat roof
Arc profile type	not included
Locks	no
Max lifting capacity	50 kg
Material	plastic
Detailed equipment	● supports for crossbars - 4 pcs.; ● instruction

Set of supports for LUX arches

Luggage Systems under the trademark LUX produces a wide range of roof racks for cars of the most common brands, including both prestigious foreign-made models and inexpensive domestic ones. The structures are assembled according to a modular principle: supports for the roof rack can be purchased separately from the arcs of the crossbars of different profiles. They are designed separately for each brand of car, taking into account the geometry of its body.

Set of supports for LUX arches

The assortment includes installation kits for all modern Russian cars on the assembly line (Lada Vesta, XRay and others), as well as foreign cars assembled by the Russian Federation. For cars equipped with standard roof rails, universal mounts are produced that do not depend on the brand.

General characteristics
A type	modular - support installation kits
Universal	individually with a choice of car brand
Attachment point	on flat roof
Arc profile type	installation of all types is possible (classic, standard, aero)
Locks	metal
Max lifting capacity	75 kg
Material	steel
Detailed equipment	● supports for crossbars - 4 pcs.; ● installation key – 1 pc.; ● set of locks 4 pcs. (2 Keys); ● instruction

Set of arches and supports Turtle Can Carry Air 1 on standard roof rails

Turkish car roof rack manufacturer Turtle produces products of the highest European quality standards at a relatively low price compared to market leader Thule with comparable specifications.

Set of arches and supports Turtle Can Carry Air 1 on standard roof rails

Only aerodynamic profiles and well-thought-out mounting design are used. Crossbars are made of corrosion-resistant light anodized aluminium. The mount is made of high-strength impact-resistant plastic, which is fixed by standard high rails with a gap. The presence of rubber inserts on the clamping elements protects the roof railing from damage during installation and dismantling of the trunk.

The universal design allows the installation of the cargo system on a variety of car models. But since the distance between the standard rails varies, it may be necessary to file the arcs along the length.

General characteristics
A type	set of arches with supports
Universal	Yes
Attachment point	on standard rails
Arc profile type	pterygoid with square reinforcement inside
Locks	metal
Max lifting capacity	75 kg
Material	supports - plastic, arches - aluminum
Detailed equipment	● supports for roof rails - 4 pcs.; ● airfoil cross members - 2 pcs.; ● key for installation - 1 pc.; See also: Car interior heater "Webasto": the principle of operation and customer reviews ● set of locks 4 pcs. (2 Keys); ● instruction

A variety of types of supports on the market allows you to install cargo crossbars on a machine with any type of body - with special places provided by the car factory, high or integrated longitudinal rails, gutters, without any of the above elements (smooth roof). Subsequently, all types of luggage systems can be fixed to such transverse arches - from capacious closed boxes to open baskets and structures for transporting sports equipment.

Roof rack.