Rhino-Rack

Australian manufacturer of roof racks and cargo solutions. Popular with overlanders.

premium TierAustraliaEst. 1992

Products20

Categories6

Warranty5 years on roof racks and trays

About Rhino-Rack

Rhino-Rack is the Australian entry in the premium roof-rack conversation. Founded in 1992 in Sydney, the company built its reputation kitting out Toyota Land Cruisers, Hilux pickups, and other overland workhorses that spend more time off pavement than on it. That outback DNA is still the brand's biggest differentiator.

Rhino-Rack makes Pioneer platform trays, Vortex aero bars, Sunseeker awnings, and rooftop tents designed to survive corrugated dirt roads and 100°F heat. Their hardware tends to be beefier than comparable Thule or Yakima gear, which matters if you're carrying a rooftop tent and actually using it.

In the U.S. market they're the overlander's choice, especially for 4Runners, Tacomas, and Jeeps. Prices land in the premium tier but they're frequently cheaper than Front Runner for the same platform-rack concept.

Did you know?

Rhino-Rack's gear has been used on Land Rover's record-breaking Cape Town to London expeditions, and the company still tests new designs on the punishing Simpson Desert crossing in Australia before products hit shelves.

Top Rhino-Rack racks compared

	Rhino-Rack Reconn Platform	Rhino-Rack Pioneer 6 Platform	Rhino-Rack Pioneer Tray	Rhino-Rack MasterFit Box 440L	Rhino-Rack MasterFit Box 570L
Weight Capacity	150.0	165.0	165.0	165.0	165.0
Weight	55.0	50.0	42.0	38.6	47.4
Length	—	59.0	—	76.0	85.0
Width	—	49.0	—	32.0	35.0
Height	—	2.0	—	17.0	17.0
Material	Aluminum	Aluminum	Aluminum	Abs Plastic	Abs Plastic
Mounting	Roof Crossbar	Roof Crossbar	Roof Crossbar	Roof Crossbar	Roof Crossbar
Installation	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
Noise Rating	Noticeable	Noticeable	Noticeable	Moderate	Moderate
Security	None	None	None	Moderate	Moderate
Value Score	87	89	90	85	85
Ease of Use	92	92	90	88	88
Build Quality	87	87	87	87	87
Foldable	No	No	No	No	No
Score	93/100	93/100	91/100	89/100	89/100

Rhino-Rack Reconn Platform

93/100

Weight Capacity: 150.0
Weight: 55.0
Length: —
Width: —
Height: —
Material: Aluminum
Mounting: Roof Crossbar
Installation: Moderate
Noise Rating: Noticeable
Security: None
Value Score: 87
Ease of Use: 92
Build Quality: 87
Foldable: No

Rhino-Rack Pioneer 6 Platform

93/100

Weight Capacity: 165.0
Weight: 50.0
Length: 59.0
Width: 49.0
Height: 2.0
Material: Aluminum
Mounting: Roof Crossbar
Installation: Moderate
Noise Rating: Noticeable
Security: None
Value Score: 89
Ease of Use: 92
Build Quality: 87
Foldable: No

Rhino-Rack Pioneer Tray

91/100

Weight Capacity: 165.0
Weight: 42.0
Length: —
Width: —
Height: —
Material: Aluminum
Mounting: Roof Crossbar
Installation: Moderate
Noise Rating: Noticeable
Security: None
Value Score: 90
Ease of Use: 90
Build Quality: 87
Foldable: No

Rhino-Rack MasterFit Box 440L

89/100

Weight Capacity: 165.0
Weight: 38.6
Length: 76.0
Width: 32.0
Height: 17.0
Material: Abs Plastic
Mounting: Roof Crossbar
Installation: Moderate
Noise Rating: Moderate
Security: Moderate
Value Score: 85
Ease of Use: 88
Build Quality: 87
Foldable: No

Rhino-Rack MasterFit Box 570L

89/100

Weight Capacity: 165.0
Weight: 47.4
Length: 85.0
Width: 35.0
Height: 17.0
Material: Abs Plastic
Mounting: Roof Crossbar
Installation: Moderate
Noise Rating: Moderate
Security: Moderate
Value Score: 85
Ease of Use: 88
Build Quality: 87
Foldable: No

~$374MSRP

~$253MSRP

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Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Cross Bar

Accessoriesaero_crossbar

~$204MSRP

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Rhino-Rack 38" Wind Fairing (96.5cm) (RF2)

Accessorieswind_fairing

~$238MSRP

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Rhino-Rack Universal Wrap Pads 33"

Surfboard Carrierssurf_soft_rack

~$187MSRP

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Rhino-Rack Universal Wrap Pads 28"

Surfboard Carrierssurf_soft_rack

~$170MSRP

Prices may vary. Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rhino-Rack

Rhino-Rack (Australian brand) has significantly expanded US vehicle coverage since 2020, but gaps remain for less common models. Their Pioneer Platform fits most vehicles with raised rails. For bare-roof vehicles, check their Fit My Car tool — if your vehicle isn't listed, Thule or Yakima will have the fit kit.

Rhino-Rack matches Thule and Yakima on build quality at 20–30% lower prices. Their Pioneer Platform is widely considered the best value modular roof rack for overlanding builds. Where they trail: aerodynamic bar options (less variety), US dealer network (fewer local retailers), and vehicle-specific fit coverage. For common SUVs and trucks, they're an excellent alternative.

The Pioneer Platform (~$680–1,020) offers full-length aluminum construction, T-slot accessory mounting, and heavy-duty load ratings that Thule and Yakima charge ~$1,360+ to match. It's designed for permanent installation with rooftop tents, awnings, and recovery gear. The trade-off: it's heavier and noisier than aero bars for daily driving.

Choose Rhino-Rack if you're building an overlanding or camping rig, want premium quality at mid-range prices, or need a heavy-duty platform rack. Choose Thule if you prioritize highway noise reduction, want the widest accessory ecosystem, or need a rack for a less common vehicle.

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