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Aluminum tray platform for the Pioneer overlanding ecosystem
Last reviewed: April 2026
At a glance
Why this product
The Pioneer Tray is a flat aluminum platform at 42 lbs — no sides, no rails, just an open loading surface for oversized or irregular cargo. Compatible with Rhino-Rack's accessory ecosystem. The downside? No sidewalls means everything needs to be strapped down securely, and loose items will shift at highway speeds. It's a purpose-built tool, not a general-purpose carrier.
Detailed specs
| Weight | 42 Lbs |
| Primary Material | Aluminum |
| Mounting Type | Roof Crossbar |
| Installation Difficulty | Moderate |
| Noise Rating | Noticeable |
| Security Rating | None |
| Foldable | No |
Best prices
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|---|---|---|---|
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Flat roof tray for versatile cargo loading. Compatible with Rhino-Rack accessories.
Price may vary. Prices and availability are subject to change.
Performance analysis
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Fitment
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tahoe(5th Gen) | 2021+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer(6th Gen) | 2020+ | good |
What the experts say
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Common questions
Crossbars needed |
| Escape(4th Gen) | 2020+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V(5th Gen) | 2017–2022 | good | Crossbars needed |
| CR-V(6th Gen) | 2023+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Pilot(4th Gen) | 2023+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson(4th Gen (NX4)) | 2022+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Santa Fe(5th Gen) | 2024+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee(WL) | 2022+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride(1st Gen) | 2020+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Sportage(5th Gen) | 2023+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue(3rd Gen (T33)) | 2021+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forester(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Outback(6th Gen) | 2020+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Forester(5th Gen (SK)) | 2019–2024 | good | Crossbars needed |
| Crosstrek(3rd Gen) | 2024+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model Y(1st Gen) | 2020+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4Runner(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Corolla Cross(1st Gen) | 2022+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| 4Runner(5th Gen (N280)) | 2010–2024 | good | Crossbars needed |
| Highlander(4th Gen) | 2020+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| RAV4(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| RAV4(5th Gen (XA50)) | 2019–2024 | good | Crossbars needed |
The Pioneer Tray is the foundation of Rhino-Rack overlanding ecosystem. Heavy-duty steel construction with a powder coat finish that handles abuse. The accessory rail system supports camping accessories, recovery boards, and awnings. Not as extensive an ecosystem as Front Runner, but growing rapidly.
Overlanders building a platform system on a moderate budget, Rhino-Rack crossbar owners
Weight-sensitive builds — this is heavy steel, not aluminum like Prinsu or Front Runner
The Pioneer Tray offers genuine overlanding capability at a price that does not require a second mortgage.
Tested on: 2023 Toyota 4Runner, 2024 Ford Bronco · 10 months
