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4Runner Roof Racks
Shopping for a specific generation? Browse all Toyota 4Runner accessories or jump to 6th Gen, 5th Gen, 4th Gen or 3rd Gen 4Runner accessories.
Find the right Toyota 4Runner roof rack for your generation and the way you travel. This collection brings together 4Runner roof racks from Prinsu, Sherpa, Westcott Designs, RCI Offroad, C4 Fabrication, Leitner Designs, Rival 4x4, Expedition One, upTOP Overland, Kuat and Rago Fabrication. There are full-length, 3/4-length and low-profile racks for the 3rd Gen (1996-2002), 4th Gen (2003-2009), 5th Gen (2010-2024) and 6th Gen (2025+) 4Runner, and most bolt to the factory roof mounts with no drilling. Each listing shows the model years it fits, so you can choose with confidence.
Shop Popular 4Runner Roof Racks
Browse the full lineup below. Use the filters to narrow by brand and price, then check the model years on each product page before you order.
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4Runner Roof Racks by Generation
6th Gen 4Runner (2025+)
The 2025 4Runner moved to a new platform, so it needs 6th Gen-specific racks. Options include the Sherpa Capitol, Sherpa Capitol Sport, C4 Fabrication Roof Rack, RCI Offroad Full Length, Expedition One Mule SAM and the Westcott Designs Full-Length Modular, 3/4 and Lo-Pro racks. Shop all 6th Gen 4Runner accessories.
5th Gen 4Runner (2010-2024)
The biggest selection we carry. Choose from the Sherpa Crestone, Crestone Sport and Needle, the Prinsu full-length, Prinsu 3/4 and Prinsu Pro, plus racks from RCI, Westcott, Leitner, Rival 4x4, Rago, upTOP and Kuat. Shop all 5th Gen 4Runner accessories.
4th Gen 4Runner (2003-2009)
Proven racks for the 4th Gen include the Sherpa Princeton, the Prinsu Roof Rack and the Prinsu Pro. Shop all 4th Gen 4Runner accessories.
3rd Gen 4Runner (1996-2002)
Keep the 3rd Gen carrying gear with the Sherpa Antero, Sherpa Matterhorn Sport, the Prinsu full-length and 3/4-length racks, or the Prinsu Pro. Shop all 3rd Gen 4Runner accessories.
Full-Length vs 3/4 vs Low-Profile Roof Racks
Full-Length Racks
Cover the whole roof for the most mounting space. A full-length rack is the usual choice for a rooftop tent plus an awning, lights or recovery boards. Examples include the Sherpa Crestone (5th Gen), Sherpa Capitol (6th Gen), Prinsu full-length and Prinsu Pro.
3/4-Length and Half Racks
Leave the rear of the roof open, which keeps weight and wind noise down and makes it easier to reach the back of the rack. Options include the Prinsu 3/4, the Westcott Designs 3/4 for the 6th Gen and the Sherpa Needle, a half-length rack for the 5th Gen.
Low-Profile Racks
Sit close to the roof for a factory look and less drag. Per the product pages, the Prinsu full-length rack for the 5th Gen adds about 1.75 inches, the Westcott Lo-Pro for the 6th Gen has an installed height of about 1.75 inches, and the C4 Fabrication rack sits about 1/4 inch above the factory antenna.
4Runner Roof Load Limits: Vehicle vs Rack
A roof rack has two limits: what the rack can hold and what your 4Runner's roof is rated to carry. The lower number is the one that counts while you drive.
Toyota's vehicle limits (from the owner's manuals):
- 5th Gen (2010-2024): do not exceed 120 lb (54 kg) on the roof (2024 owner's manual).
- 6th Gen (2025+): 125 lb (57 kg) for gas 2WD models, 135 lb (62 kg) for gas 4WD and hybrid models, and 165 lb (75 kg) for the hybrid TRD Pro and Trailhunter.
- Toyota's factory 4Runner crossbars are rated for 132 lb, evenly distributed.
Rack ratings (from the manufacturers):
- Sherpa Crestone (5th Gen): 300 lb dynamic / 700 lb static, about 50 lb, 8 crossbars.
- Sherpa Crestone Sport (5th Gen): 150 lb dynamic / 400 lb static, about 40 lb.
- Sherpa Capitol (6th Gen): 300 lb dynamic / 700 lb static, about 50 lb.
- Prinsu Pro (5th Gen): 700 lb dynamic / 1,200 lb static, about 70 lb. Prinsu notes that the load is limited by the weight capacity of the vehicle.
Dynamic ratings apply while driving and static ratings apply when parked. Count the rack itself, your tent and your gear toward the roof limit, and follow your owner's manual.
Rooftop Tents on a 4Runner
A full-length roof rack is the most common way to carry a rooftop tent on a 4Runner. Because Toyota's roof limits are low compared with most tents and racks, compare the weight of your tent plus the rack with your 4Runner's limit before you buy, and use the rack's static rating for the tent with people sleeping in it.
Read our guide to the best roof top tents for the 4Runner, shop rooftop tents, or see our Sherpa 4Runner roof rack guide for a model-by-model look at Sherpa's lineup.
Why Choose Truck Brigade for Your 4Runner Roof Rack?
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Many products ship free. Large items that ship by truck freight carry a flat-rate freight charge per item. See our shipping policy.
Fitment by Model Year
Every listing shows the 4Runner years it fits, from the 3rd Gen to the 2025+ 6th Gen.
4Runner Know-How
Contact our team if you want help matching a rack to your tent, lights or build.
Easy Returns
We offer a 30-day return policy on most items. See our refund policy for details.
Helpful 4Runner Guides
4Runner Roof Top Tent Guide
Tents, roof limits and rack fit by generation. Read the guide.
Sherpa 4Runner Roof Racks
Every Sherpa rack for the 4Runner, compared. Read the guide.
All 4Runner Accessories
Armor, lighting, suspension and more. Shop 4Runner accessories.
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Roof racks for every vehicle we support. Shop all roof racks.
Toyota 4Runner Roof Rack FAQ
What is the best roof rack for a 5th Gen 4Runner?
It depends on what you carry. For a rooftop tent and heavy gear, a full-length rack such as the Sherpa Crestone (300 lb dynamic / 700 lb static) or the Prinsu Pro (700 lb dynamic / 1,200 lb static) gives the most room. For lighter loads and less wind noise, the Sherpa Crestone Sport, the Prinsu 3/4 or the half-length Sherpa Needle are good choices. Whatever you choose, Toyota limits the 5th Gen roof to 120 lb while driving.
Which roof racks fit the 2025+ 4Runner?
The 6th Gen 4Runner needs racks made for 2025 and later. We carry the Sherpa Capitol and Capitol Sport, the C4 Fabrication Roof Rack, the RCI Offroad Full Length rack, the Expedition One Mule SAM, and the Westcott Designs Full-Length Modular, 3/4 and Lo-Pro racks. Racks for the 2010-2024 4Runner do not fit the 6th Gen.
How much weight can a 4Runner roof rack hold?
Racks are often rated far higher than the vehicle. For example, Sherpa rates the Crestone and Capitol at 300 lb dynamic and 700 lb static, and Prinsu rates its 5th Gen Pro rack at 700 lb dynamic and 1,200 lb static. Toyota limits roof cargo to 120 lb on the 5th Gen and 125 to 165 lb on the 6th Gen, depending on the model. Follow the lower number while driving.
Do 4Runner roof racks require drilling?
Most do not. The roof racks we carry for the 4Runner bolt to the factory roof mounting points, and each product page lists the install type.
Prinsu or Sherpa for a 4Runner?
Both make modular aluminum racks that bolt to the factory mounts. Prinsu offers full-length, 3/4-length and heavier-duty Pro racks for the 3rd, 4th and 5th Gen, and its published ratings for the 5th Gen racks are higher than Sherpa's. Sherpa offers racks for every generation from the 3rd Gen to the 6th Gen, including lighter Sport Series options and the Capitol for the 2025+. Choose based on your generation, the length you want and the accessories you plan to mount.