--- product_id: 181176632 title: "Model APX2503 83\" Full-Size Low Profile Heavy Duty Aluminum Truck Bed Rack for Trucks and Trailers with Open Rails (300lb On Road Capacity)" brand: "aa-racks" price: "KD 117.32" currency: KWD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Aa Racks" url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/181176632-model-apx2503-83-full-size-low-profile-heavy-duty-aluminum store_origin: KW region: Kuwait --- # Universal clamp-based no-drill install 300 lb on-road load capacity Durable powder-coated aluminum Model APX2503 83" Full-Size Low Profile Heavy Duty Aluminum Truck Bed Rack for Trucks and Trailers with Open Rails (300lb On Road Capacity) **Brand:** aa-racks **Price:** KD 117.32 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚚 Elevate your truck game with rugged style and effortless utility! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Model APX2503 83" Full-Size Low Profile Heavy Duty Aluminum Truck Bed Rack for Trucks and Trailers with Open Rails (300lb On Road Capacity) by aa-racks - **How much does it cost?** KD 117.32 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/181176632-model-apx2503-83-full-size-low-profile-heavy-duty-aluminum) ## Best For - aa-racks enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted aa-racks brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Low-Profile Design:** Keeps your cooler space free and rear visibility clear—functional without bulk. - • **Heavy-Duty Strength:** Supports up to 300 lbs on-road and 180 lbs off-road—carry your gear without compromise. - • **Versatile Cargo Carrier:** Perfect for bikes, skis, rooftop tents, and cargo boxes—upgrade your adventure setup instantly. - • **Effortless Universal Fit:** No drilling needed; installs quickly with 8 included clamps for most full-size trucks. - • **Weather-Resistant Durability:** Engineered aluminum frame with powder-coat finish stands up to the elements season after season. ## Overview The AA-Racks APX2503 is a universal-fit, low-profile aluminum truck bed rack engineered for heavy-duty use. It supports up to 300 lbs on-road and 180 lbs off-road, installs easily without drilling using included clamps, and features a durable powder-coated finish. Designed to maximize cargo versatility while preserving bed space and rear visibility, it’s ideal for carrying bikes, skis, rooftop tents, and more on full-size trucks. ## Description Buy AA-Racks Model APX2503 83" Full-Size Low Profile Heavy Duty Aluminum Truck Bed Rack for Trucks and Trailers with Open Rails (300lb On Road Capacity): Ladder Racks - desertcart.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Review: Sturdy universal rack - Purchased this rack for putting a rooftop tent on my 03 Tacoma step side (overland build). Since my truck has an odd-ball size (non-standard width due to the step side), I had to use a universal rack. This one wasn't crazy expensive, was pretty sturdy, and could fit multiple sized beds. Setup was fairly easy. There were good instructions. It uses a clamp based system that works well. My only thought is that the metal pads for the supports are big, so for my smaller truck, there is some overlap. I am sure they were gearing this more for mid to full-size trucks, but it does work on mine ok as well. There is just some overlap, and I centered them as best as I could. If you are looking to put something like a RTT on it, you may need longer bolts. My tent (Tuff-Stuff Ranger) came with 2" connecting bolts, and I could get them to work, but barely...it scared me enough to go buy 2.5" galvanized bolts to have extra threads to work with. Also, the bottom plate that helps hold the tent on had to be longer. This is due to the spreader bars being pretty thick and wide, so some rack & tent installs may be a bit tricky. It ended up costing me about $20 in parts for my tent, and most box stores (or desertcart) have the extra parts. I like the fact that the bars are a bit bigger/sturdier, as the static load for this rack is 800 lbs (many are not as high). Just the tent alone is almost 140 lbs, and then you put a few hundred pounds extra of people, and other items as well, and it adds up quick. It's a beefy rack, and I don't think there should be any issues with load. Also, it was just high enough that it didn't block my rear view...I can see some of it, but not enough that I cannot tell who is behind me, or block me in seeing as I back up. It does leave the tent up in the wind stream some, so will have to do some fairing work with that. Quality control is good - powder coat was done well, no major scratches. It got banged up a bit from shipping, but nothing that to me was returnable. The other nice thing is that if my truck dies and I get a new one, I can most likely just move it to whatever new truck I get. It also comes with load brackets that keep loads from shifting, good end caps, and weather stripping. It did not make any extra whistling or anything after it was installed. All in all, satisfied with this rack. Has not caused any issues, and seems to be holding up well. Review: Solid racks that fit a Toyota Tacoma - Easy install with these racks. Wasn’t sure if they would fit my 2023 Toyota Tacoma short bed from the description and reviews but they fit perfectly. They come with standard C clamps and you’ll want to order in addition their cap clamps that will work with the Tacoma utility rails. Nice and sturdy racks and feel like good quality. The top rail portions had a few small dents from shipping but not a big deal and can barely see. They were packaged with just plastic sleeves and maybe some bubble wrap/padding would protect those while shipping. Would highly recommend if you want some quality racks for the best price over the big names. ## Features - Low-profile utility rack built for the purpose of carrying bikes, skis, cargo boxes or the SkyRise Rooftop Tent all while preserving valuable cooler-carrying capacity underneath - The rack delivers a 300-lb. on-road capacity and AA Products Inc's exclusive new Off-Road Rating for up to 180 lbs. New Nylon endcaps match with stainless steel hook, make it quick installation and easy to secure gear - The engineered aluminum construction and sturdy powder-coat finish provide lasting protection from the elements - No drilling required, easy installation with universal mounting clamps (set of 8 clamps included) - Universal design to fit a variety of full-size pickup trucks, NOT COMPATIBLE with trucks with Utility Track Systems ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B082NZ4L7L | | Automotive Fit Type | Universal Fit | | Best Sellers Rank | #127,342 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #31 in Truck Ladder Racks | | Brand | AA-Racks | | Brand Name | AA-Racks | | Color | Black - Fix Height | | Compatible with Vehicle Type | Truck | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 505 Reviews | | Included Components | Set of 8 clamps | | Is Foldable | No | | Item Dimensions | 83 x 6.75 x 7.5 inches | | Item Weight | 29.4 Pounds | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 83 x 6.75 x 7.5 inches | | Load Capacity | 300 Pounds | | Manufacturer | AA-Racks | | Manufacturer Part Number | APX2503-BLK | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | not supplied | | Material | Aluminum | | Material Type | Aluminum | | Model Number | APX2501-Parent | | Mounting Type | U-Bolt | | UPC | 810029491310 | | Vehicle Service Type | Truck | ## Product Details - **Automotive Fit Type:** Universal Fit - **Brand:** AA-Racks - **Color:** Black - Fix Height - **Is Foldable:** No - **Item Weight:** 29.4 Pounds - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 83 x 6.75 x 7.5 inches - **Load Capacity:** 300 Pounds - **Material:** Aluminum - **Mounting Type:** U-Bolt - **Vehicle Service Type:** Truck ## Images ![Model APX2503 83" Full-Size Low Profile Heavy Duty Aluminum Truck Bed Rack for Trucks and Trailers with Open Rails (300lb On Road Capacity) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61BOXoINlfL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: are the protuding bars on top removable?** A: Yes. In fact, you have to put them on yourself when they arrive. They can also be moved from side to side along the cross bars. **Q: Can this carry 2 kayaks on a Ford F150?** A: Probably as much as 4 if you slant them. 2 flat easily. I have 2 of the largest skyboxes on mine. **Q: where do you get the bike racks that fit this? The bike racks I’m seeing only fit up to 3” diameter rails...** A: If you can fabricate a bit you could make any wheel or fork rack work on this rack.. **Q: Roof top tents are 170lbs. this only holds 300lbs. i guess it only works of you have one in the tent that weighs 130lbs or less.** A: Hi. I have my roof top tent mounted on it a worked just fine. Mine is XL with room for 4. I’m over 200 pounds, my wife over 120 pounds and my boy around 40. My guess is the 300lb rating is for dynamic weight. Important for off-road. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sturdy universal rack *by P***D on April 10, 2020* Purchased this rack for putting a rooftop tent on my 03 Tacoma step side (overland build). Since my truck has an odd-ball size (non-standard width due to the step side), I had to use a universal rack. This one wasn't crazy expensive, was pretty sturdy, and could fit multiple sized beds. Setup was fairly easy. There were good instructions. It uses a clamp based system that works well. My only thought is that the metal pads for the supports are big, so for my smaller truck, there is some overlap. I am sure they were gearing this more for mid to full-size trucks, but it does work on mine ok as well. There is just some overlap, and I centered them as best as I could. If you are looking to put something like a RTT on it, you may need longer bolts. My tent (Tuff-Stuff Ranger) came with 2" connecting bolts, and I could get them to work, but barely...it scared me enough to go buy 2.5" galvanized bolts to have extra threads to work with. Also, the bottom plate that helps hold the tent on had to be longer. This is due to the spreader bars being pretty thick and wide, so some rack & tent installs may be a bit tricky. It ended up costing me about $20 in parts for my tent, and most box stores (or Amazon) have the extra parts. I like the fact that the bars are a bit bigger/sturdier, as the static load for this rack is 800 lbs (many are not as high). Just the tent alone is almost 140 lbs, and then you put a few hundred pounds extra of people, and other items as well, and it adds up quick. It's a beefy rack, and I don't think there should be any issues with load. Also, it was just high enough that it didn't block my rear view...I can see some of it, but not enough that I cannot tell who is behind me, or block me in seeing as I back up. It does leave the tent up in the wind stream some, so will have to do some fairing work with that. Quality control is good - powder coat was done well, no major scratches. It got banged up a bit from shipping, but nothing that to me was returnable. The other nice thing is that if my truck dies and I get a new one, I can most likely just move it to whatever new truck I get. It also comes with load brackets that keep loads from shifting, good end caps, and weather stripping. It did not make any extra whistling or anything after it was installed. All in all, satisfied with this rack. Has not caused any issues, and seems to be holding up well. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid racks that fit a Toyota Tacoma *by R***E on June 23, 2024* Easy install with these racks. Wasn’t sure if they would fit my 2023 Toyota Tacoma short bed from the description and reviews but they fit perfectly. They come with standard C clamps and you’ll want to order in addition their cap clamps that will work with the Tacoma utility rails. Nice and sturdy racks and feel like good quality. The top rail portions had a few small dents from shipping but not a big deal and can barely see. They were packaged with just plastic sleeves and maybe some bubble wrap/padding would protect those while shipping. Would highly recommend if you want some quality racks for the best price over the big names. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Overall good with a few issues - really a 3.5 *by J***S on March 6, 2022* Overall works good for my use of hauling a Thule box full of skis. Compared to what the big guys charge for a similar product it is a good value but I don't know how they justify the prices for a pretty basic item. Anyway... I would put this in a 5 star especially for the price but the knocks I have are pretty big. Here are the goods and bads. Goods: As stated above, good price for what you get compared to other big name products. Easy to assemble. Seems reasonably good quality Bads: The clamps are cut from plate material instead of cast which is not a biggie as they seem strong enough but I did spend about 30 minutes with a file getting the rough burs and edges off of them. Not sure if they product test this very much. Biggest issue is the length of the plate that sits on the bed rail is to short. Even with flexibility of placement with the Thule box adjustable clamps I fought this around the bed ribs where I needed to place it. I ended up having to shift it forward which means the box was rubbing the back window a bit and also grind part of the clamps away to allow it to get enough bite on the plate. If they would just add 1" each side (or 2" total length) to each of those plates it would take care of that. I drive an F-150 so not like its a weird bed layout. exact opposite as it is the most common. Minor but other reviews noted the finish coming off. After 1 trip I have some issues at edges but it does not bother me. Not sure why they finish it at all unless the extrusion is not quality enough to leave as a clear finish? Country of origin - Manufactured in China Overall - I would recommend it but if the manufacturer is paying attention here, give us a bit longer plate on the bed and watch QC on the clamps before sending. ## Frequently Bought Together - AA-Racks Model APX2503 83" Full-Size Low Profile Heavy Duty Aluminum Truck Bed Rack for Trucks and Trailers with Open Rails (300lb On Road Capacity) - AA Products Universal Bike Carrier for Trucks SUV Quick-Release Alloy Fork Lock Alloy Bed Roof Mount Rack for 1 Bike - Cross Bars not Included --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/181176632-model-apx2503-83-full-size-low-profile-heavy-duty-aluminum](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/181176632-model-apx2503-83-full-size-low-profile-heavy-duty-aluminum) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kuwait* *Store origin: KW* *Last updated: 2026-05-15*