EEZI-AWN K9 roof racks are built MUCH tougher than the mainstream brands you're likely comparing this to. $1,000 cheaper and still the better product.
 
EEZI-AWN K9 racks are proven on permanently off-road fleets in Africa, where the mainstream brands aren't tough enough to be in use.
 
Our new K9 'SPINE' mount platform racks for the 2012+ Ranger and BT50 double cabs offer sleek and aesthetic good looks, but they're still a genuine South African engineered, expedition-grade roof rack.
 
Key Features
 
1400mm long by 1250mm wide - the perfect size roof rack to suit the double cab Hilux, 2016+ (Mk8, N80 to current, including latest 2021/2022 models).
All new 'SPINE' mount kit.  Kit includes platform rack, SPINES and all hardware needed to complete installation.  All metal installation hardware - no plastic.
Fully factory welded rack construction - no plastic inserts! The alloy planks on K9 racks are neither held together with plastic/nylon corner inserts, nor bolted or riveted together, as mainstream brand racks are. Fully welded construction achieves maximal strength. It also means no user assembly of the rack is required, saving substantial assembly/installation time.
Unparalleled versatility. Not one, but two 8mm slots on each alloy plank, and a 6mm slot right around the perimeter, enable K9 racks to more readily secure every load. The outer 6mm track is compatible with some Thule and Yakima products, making for a very lifestyle compatible system.
Alloy wind deflector included as standard with every K9 rack. This helps to ensure K9 roof racks have the exceptional manners on the open road to match their leading design aesthetics. Alloy planks that run the length of the vehicle roof, not crossways, further assist in naturally reducing wind noise.
Versatile range of accessories available. Purpose made brackets and mounts for shovels, Maxtrax, spare wheels, jerry cans, hi lift jacks and awnings are all available, and much more. Or keep it simple with EEZI-AWN eye bolts - these attach anywhere on the rack, including around the perimeter, and can be used with standard ratchet straps for a practical, low cost solution. 
Proven 'Africa proof'... so 'anywhere proof'! At any given time around 100 rental fleet 4wd's and utes, fitted with EEZI-AWN K9 racks (and EEZI-AWN roof tents and other gear), are permanently off-road exploring South Africa, Namibia and Botswana. No K9 rack has ever come loose or come off, and incredibly where these vehicles are recovered following a rollover accident, the EEZI-AWN K9 rack is usually still in place and intact!