CargoBear 2.0 roof rack system for Land Rover Defender

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• The standard combinations of the modules
• Available lengths (dimensions and weights)
• Mounting instructions and downloads

When it comes to powerful performance, our very own CargoBear is definitely the Grizzly among roof racks. Strong, sturdy and massively versatile, it was way ahead of its time when we introduced it in 2016. But the world is turning, evolution doesn’t favor a standstill and if you want to survive in nature, you need to keep innovating.

Leaner and meaner is this new bear, the CargoBear 2.0, when he emerges from his winter den in Berg. Same load bearing strength, same solidity, same rigidity, but greatly reduced fight weight: Your 4x4 has to carry around 30 % less weight on the roof. And on top of it, the new CargoBear comes with a reduced price tag as well.

How did we do it? The crucial difference lies in a new construction design. Removing the comparatively heavy longitudinal connecting beams, their structural function has been taken over by newly developed perforated HIGRIP plates between the crossbars and angled end-plates for the sides. The new design achieves (nearly) the same structural strength as its predecessor but reduces the net weight considerably. 

The CargoBear 2.0 has been designed for a load capacity of 300 kg off-road (with evenly distributed load). This can easily be doubled on the road. Theoretically, that is, because it’s important to make two points when it comes to roof racks. One, keep in mind that your vehicle’s centre of gravity can shift upwards considerably when carrying a roof rack with cargo, especially off-road. And two, when loading your roof rack, the limitations will most likely result from your vehicles approved roof load which in most cases will be significantly below the specifications of the rack itself.

Some of the CargoBear 2.0’s features stay the same, however, because we found them hard to improve: this includes the jet-black, super-flat look, the high-performance material and the modular versatility. Furthermore, all accessories, additional components, roof tents etc. are fully compatible with the first generation. The long G-Class will finally get a CargoBear with four crossbars and we are also working on a model for the new Defender. So, bear with us, we will release real results when we have them and not CGI renders like some of our competition.

And last but not least, the old heavier CargoBear with longitudinal beams and checker plate will be continued exclusively for classic Defenders who need specific heavy-duty applications. 

PLEASE NOTE:
In Defender with pop-up roof / lift roof, the original roof is often shortened. If necessary, the roof rack then does not fit.
Please measure beforehand or contact us in advance if you have any questions.

The standard combinations of modules:
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Defender 90 1,890 mm - 2 Modules optional: end beam, wind deflector

Defender 90 2,075 mm - 3 Modules optional: end beam, wind deflector

Defender 90 2,075 mm - 3 Modules incl. inclined extension (front module) optional: end beam

Defender 90 1,005 mm - 1 Moduls optional: end beam, wind deflector

Defender 130 1,545 mm - 2 Modules  optional: end beam, wind deflector

Defender 130 1,545 mm - 2 Modules incl. inclined extension (front module) optional: end beam

Defender 130 1,005 mm - 1 Moduls optional: end beam, wind deflector

Available lengths (dimensions and weights):

Installation note:
M10 lens head: 20 Nm to 25 Nm
M6 lens cylinder head: 10 Nm to 12N m

Measured from the gutter, the CargoBear is approx. 23 cm high. On the roof it is approx. 5-6 cm - depending on the roof, condition, year of construction etc.

You can find ideal protection for the lashing rail profile on the CargoBear or for all other lashing rails here.

If you need spare parts or extensions for the CargoBear 1.0, please ask us by email or phone.