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The Amarok isn’t sold in every market, so the roof rack field is narrower than for a mainstream truck, but it does span more than the off-road specialists: mainstream brands like Thule and Go Rhino make Amarok-specific fit kits too, and ARB sells a bed-mounted alternative to a roof rack entirely. These ten span budget crossbars through full off-road cargo platforms, all confirmed fit for the Amarok’s factory mounting points. Fitment on several depends on cab type (single vs double cab) and roof style (fixed-point vs bare roof), noted below.
| # | Product | Price | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Go Rhino SRM500 Roof Rack | $240-$270 | Amazon |
| 2 | OMAC Fixed Point Cross Bar Roof Rack Rail Set | $280-$300 | Amazon · eBay |
| 3 | Rhino-Rack Heavy Duty RCH 1-Bar Roof Rack | $200-$340 | Amazon |
| 4 | Rhino-Rack Heavy Duty 2500 2-Bar Roof Rack | $500-$540 | Amazon |
| 5 | Thule WingBar Evo/Edge Roof Bars | $255-$430 | Amazon · eBay |
| 6 | Yakima JetStream Roof Rack System | $680-$700 | Amazon |
| 7 | ARB Bed Rack Mount Kit | $1,050-$1,100 | Amazon |
| 8 | Front Runner Slimline II Roof Rack Kit | $1,450-$1,550 | Amazon · eBay |
| 9 | Rhino-Rack Backbone Pioneer Platform | $1,650-$1,750 | Amazon |
| 10 | Offroad Animal Scout Roof Rack | $900-$1,100 | Amazon |
The picks, in detail
Go Rhino SRM500 Roof Rack
A more affordable modular roof rack platform sold through mainstream truck accessory retailers, an alternative to the off-road-specialist brands on this list.
- Modular platform design
- Mounts to factory roof rails/fixed points
- Multiple accessory mounting points
- Cheapest full platform-style rack on this list
- Less off-road pedigree than Front Runner, Rhino-Rack, or ARB
OMAC Fixed Point Cross Bar Roof Rack Rail Set
A lockable aluminum crossbar set for Amarok model years 2010-2020, the most affordable way to add basic cargo capacity.
- Lockable aluminum construction
- 165 lb capacity
- Fits factory fixpoints, no drilling
- Cheapest way to get roof-rack capacity on an Amarok
- Bare crossbars only, no cargo tray or platform
Rhino-Rack Heavy Duty RCH 1-Bar Roof Rack
A single-bar heavy-duty rack from Rhino-Rack, an entry point into their fitment-specific Amarok lineup.
- Heavy-duty single-bar design
- Black or silver finish options
- Vehicle-specific mounting
- Budget entry into the Rhino-Rack ecosystem of accessories
- Single bar only; a 2-bar or platform setup needed for larger loads
Rhino-Rack Heavy Duty 2500 2-Bar Roof Rack
A 2-bar heavy-duty rack, the step up from the single-bar RCH for carrying kayaks, ladders, or a rooftop cargo box.
- 2-bar heavy-duty configuration
- Black finish
- Rated for common accessory mounts (kayak, ladder, box)
- Solid mid-price option for real cargo capacity
- Roughly double the single-bar RCH price
Thule WingBar Evo/Edge Roof Bars
Thule’s aerodynamic WingBar system with an Amarok-specific fit kit, sold in Evo (rounded) or Edge (squared) bar profiles depending on trim and roof type.
- WingBar Evo or Edge aluminum bars
- Vehicle-specific fit kit by cab and roof type
- Low-profile aerodynamic design
- Wide accessory compatibility alongside Yakima, plus a choice of two bar profiles
- Fit kit is specific to cab type and roof style (fixed-point vs normal roof); must match exactly
Yakima JetStream Roof Rack System
Yakima’s aerodynamic crossbar system fitted for the Amarok, a mainstream alternative to the off-road-focused brands.
- Aerodynamic JetStream crossbars
- Compatible with Yakima’s wider accessory lineup
- Vehicle-specific fit kit
- Broadest accessory compatibility (bike, kayak, cargo box mounts) of this list
- Among the pricier crossbar-only systems here
ARB Bed Rack Mount Kit
A load-bed-mounted rack rather than a roof rack, ARB’s system for the current-generation Amarok Double Cab, aimed at mounting a rooftop tent or heavy cargo without loading the cab roof.
- Bed-mounted (not roof-mounted) platform
- Fits the 2023+ Mk3 Amarok Double Cab
- Rated for heavy accessory mounting
- Keeps weight off the cab roof entirely, relevant for tall rooftop tents
- Double Cab only, and one of the priciest items on this list
Front Runner Slimline II Roof Rack Kit
A full-length low-profile cargo tray built for overlanding, rated to carry gear, a rooftop tent, or an awning, tested on Front Runner’s own off-road trails.
- Full cargo tray, 660 lb load rating
- Low-profile, no-drill foot-rail mount
- Manufactured and off-road tested in South Africa
- Highest load rating of the crossbar/tray options here
- A tray system, not just bars; heavier and pricier than simple crossbars
Rhino-Rack Backbone Pioneer Platform
Rhino-Rack’s premium cargo platform system with the Backbone mounting frame, aimed at serious overland and off-road builds.
- Full aluminum cargo platform (1528x1236mm)
- Backbone frame for maximum load spread
- Compatible with Rhino-Rack’s full accessory range
- Premium platform build quality with the widest accessory ecosystem
- Most expensive option on this list by a wide margin
Offroad Animal Scout Roof Rack
A lightweight, super-quiet no-drill aluminum rack with T-slot slats for mounting standard M8 accessories, including an optional wind deflector with a light-bar mount.
- No-drill aluminum construction
- T-slot slats for M8 accessory mounting
- Optional wind deflector with light-bar mount
- Low wind noise and low profile versus a full cargo tray
- Availability skews toward Australian/NZ retailers
Buying tips
- The Amarok isn’t sold in the US, so fitment-specific racks lean heavily on Australian, European, and South African retailers (plus UK-market Thule/ARB kits), factor in shipping when comparing prices.
- Check cab configuration before ordering: ARB’s Bed Rack Mount Kit is Double Cab only, and Thule’s WingBar fit kit is sold separately by cab type and roof style (fixed-point vs normal/bare roof), the wrong fit kit simply won’t mount.
- Decide between bare crossbars (OMAC, Go Rhino, Rhino-Rack RCH/2500, Thule WingBar, Yakima JetStream) and a full cargo tray/platform or bed rack (Front Runner, Rhino-Rack Pioneer, Offroad Animal Scout, ARB) based on what you’re actually mounting, a rooftop tent or awning needs a platform’s load spread, not just two bars.
- Check your specific Amarok generation (2010-2022 vs 2023-current Mk3) against each rack’s stated fitment, mounting points changed between generations.
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