Cross bars for roof tent

[N13LRO]

Evening all - sorry I realise roof bars have been discussed a lot but just need some clarification.
I have vw roof rails and would like to fit cross bars- can anyone recommend bars that are weight rated to 67kg and will fit?
Many thanks

 

[Ads_Essex]

I have vw roof rails and would like to fit cross bars- can anyone recommend bars that are weight rated to 67kg and will fit?

If they’re OEM OMTEC, then their own roof bars will fit and are rated to 75kg I believe (there’s a link to a PDF on here somewhere, I’m sure)

 

[N13LRO]

If they’re OEM OMTEC, then their own roof bars will fit and are rated to 75kg I believe (there’s a link to a PDF on here somewhere, I’m sure)

Thanks for your reply

 

[Ads_Essex]

Thanks for your reply

Found it -

The Omtec website says 75kg, which is what the leaflet that came with my rails said.

VW T6 Transporter 2015- Alu Roof Bars 2 Pcs. Black TÜV / ABE - Omtek Otomotiv

 

[JOG]

A roof tent weighs way more than 75kg when occupied!

 

[TallPaul_S]

A roof tent weighs way more than 75kg when occupied!

I'd hope you wouldn't have people inside it when driving...

The 75kg load rating will be the dynamic (IE while driving) rating. The static load will be 5x this.

TentBox - Understanding vehicle roof load limits for roof tents

Understanding vehicle roof load limits is very important when it comes to rooftop tents as it will help you to choose the right TentBox, but also ensure that you understand how safe they are. This article covers dynamic and static roof loads, what they are and how to find them for your vehicle.

tentbox.com

 

[TheClutter]

If they’re OEM OMTEC, then their own roof bars will fit and are rated to 75kg I believe (there’s a link to a PDF on here somewhere, I’m sure)

Thanks for the info

 

[JOG]

I'd hope you wouldn't have people inside it when driving...

The 75kg load rating will be the dynamic (IE while driving) rating. The static load will be 5x this.

TentBox - Understanding vehicle roof load limits for roof tents

Understanding vehicle roof load limits is very important when it comes to rooftop tents as it will help you to choose the right TentBox, but also ensure that you understand how safe they are. This article covers dynamic and static roof loads, what they are and how to find them for your vehicle.

tentbox.com

Ah!

There goes my people smuggling plans!!!