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Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2024
The title covers most of it. I was originally looking for a folding rear cargo basket, but I kept reading about how the folding joint was the weakest part and often where such carriers would break after a while. I also wanted a screen-style bottom, but most of the other brands spot-welded the screens to the bottom edge of the floor beams on the frame, which meant those spot welds would be carrying the entire weight of whatever I loaded causing the screens to break. Given various size options, 60” by 24” was nearly ideal for carrying smaller bails of hay. I was mixed on aluminum vs steel with a powder coat, but steel won. Finally, I wanted the highest weight rating I could find and a 5-degree up-tilt with the ability to have the platform slightly raised from the vehicle.This Quadratec was most of what I wanted. Maybe everything, actually, since I eventually no longer wanted the folding element. This carrier is awesome and heavy duty. The item arrived in a beaten box and the unit itself had some scuffs and chips, but nothing that was a deal breaker for me. The unit’s end cap was already in place and had addition scuffing, so I assumed it was a return. The instructions included placing the end cap as the finishing touch. Usually, that annoys me, but even with slight cosmetic damage, this carrier was far superior to any others I’d reviewed.As the only written one-star review noted, it’s HEAVY. Yes, it is. Hollow tubes, sure, but thick and sturdy. The weight of the unit (accompanied by free shipping) is what sold me. Sixty plus pounds vs 30 or 40 for other carriers suggested quality. I'll be moving it around with a dolly, but that’s fine. It’s a great carrier for larger, heavier vehicles like our Sequoia. It might be a bit much for our Crosstrek. Maybe the smaller folding Quadratec for the Subie.In some of the other reviews on the Quadretec website, the unit is shown as mounted lower instead of higher and the carrier was tilted down away from the vehicle. I was worried it might have been bent from weight. It wasn’t. If you mount it on the main bar to sit lower than your vehicle, it’ll have a 5 degree tilt down. Just FYI.Lastly, while this carrier is rated for 300lbs, that’s probably accurate. Many other carriers that stated they could hold 500lbs or more also had lots of reviews saying that was inaccurate and that those other carriers broke. So, Quadratec for the win!
Doug B.
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2023
Got this for use behind my Jeep Wrangler. Very simple assembly using a couple wrenches (not supplied). The hitch bar can install in either rise or drop orientation which is helpful depending on if you have a larger spare than stock. Unfortunately, I have a 35” spare mounted on my tailgate and it just barely interferes with the top edge of the rack even in the drop orientation. Sadly this won’t work for me. I could get an extension but it already sticks out quite far I’d re the er not increase that. Also, extensions lower the carrying.l capacity slightly. I could bend the rack to clear but I’d rather not compromise the tubing with a bend.The entire rack is very stout as I would expect from Quadratec brand. Finish feels thick and should hold up to normal west and tear. It might scratch eventually if you use in coated hooks to tie down gear so be cautious what you use.Overall it’s an excellent rack.
Cyndie Stevens
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2023
I requested the Quadratec Large Cargo Rack Basket Platform to be used as an "overflow" solution in event that we needed to haul more cargo than the truck has space to accommodate. I wouldn't put a lot of weight on this platform simply because there is only one point of support. The basket is sturdy enough to handle any loads I'll throw at it and should last a long time. Very pleased with the acquisition!
HDT
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2023
This has been an awesome way to haul coolers filled with ice/drinks when the SUV is loaded up with everything else. Last weekend we had a retirement party to help out with, and then a few weeks before that we made a big family trip to the river for the day and in both instances the back of my SUV was totally filled with stuff, people and even out dogs. I had a few coolers to bring along and this cargo rack is the perfect size for hauling them. I was able to load up two huge coolers with ice and drinks and strap them down and haul them right to our destination with them. The rack held the weight with no problem!
JT
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2023
I’ve been looking all over for a cargo hitch carrier like this one without having to spend an arm and a leg. It sits nice and snug in the hitch with minimal wobble and seems to be built well. Welds also seem decent and powder coat should last. The rack itself fits my 54QT cooler perfectly width wise and large Otter ice fishing sled with room to spare.
Eizaria
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2023
This cargo basket is very heavy and huge i wish they could build it with low weight materials. Not suggested for SUV but good for trucks.
JB
Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2022
Easy to assemble, sturdy, and at a good price.
marti boren
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2022
The rack is exactly as described, excellent quality and arrived 3 days earlier than promised.
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