Comparison
Wedgetail Trade vs Commercial Max vs Trade Max: trade racks compared
Short answer
Trade: powder coated aluminium platform, 5 years; Commercial Max: galvanised steel platform, 1 year; Trade Max: bars, 5 years on most kits and less on a few; pick by load, material and vehicle. All three are Wedgetail ranges made in Bayswater VIC, and every one is rated 100% off-road to its full rating with static at 3.5 x dynamic: Wedgetail Trade platforms are rated 100 or 150 kg dynamic, Commercial Max platforms 100 or 150 kg dynamic on most fitments, and Trade Max bars 50 or 100 kg dynamic on most kits. Prices run $1,795 to $2,570 for Trade, $1,155 to $5,200 for Commercial Max and $230 to $1,400 for Trade Max, RRP inc GST.
Wedgetail figures from Wedgetail product data; competitor figures from the linked sources, updated .
The three trade ranges side by side
| Feature | Wedgetail Trade | Commercial Max | Trade Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Platform | Platform | Crossbars |
| Material | Powder coated aluminium, glass reinforced nylon | Galvanised steel, powder coated | Powder coated aluminium with glass reinforced nylon, or zinc plated steel on rail mount kits |
| Dynamic load rating | 100 or 150 kg dynamic, 100% off-road, no derating | 100 or 150 kg dynamic on most fitments, 100% off-road, no derating | 50 or 100 kg dynamic on most fitments, 100% off-road, no derating |
| Static rating | 3.5 x dynamic | 3.5 x dynamic | 3.5 x dynamic |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year (5 years on 1) | 5 years (3 years on 2) |
| Price | $1,795 to $2,570 RRP inc GST (60 fitments) | $1,155 to $5,200 RRP inc GST (211 fitments) | $230 to $1,400 RRP inc GST (72 fitments) |
| Vehicles | 23 vehicle models, 60 fitments | 78 vehicle models, 211 fitments | 33 vehicle models, 72 fitments |
| Wind deflector | Included | Included | Not included on crossbar kits |
| Made in | Bayswater, Victoria, Australia | Bayswater, Victoria, Australia | Bayswater, Victoria, Australia |
Pick by load
Wedgetail Trade platforms are rated 100 or 150 kg dynamic, and Commercial Max platforms 100 or 150 kg dynamic on most fitments. Trade Max crossbar kits are rated 50 or 100 kg dynamic on most kits, so they suit ladders, pipe and lighter loads. Every rating holds off-road with no derating. Check the figure listed for your exact vehicle, and the vehicle maker's roof limit.
| Dynamic rating | Static rating (3.5 x) | Off-road | Solutions | Ranges |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 kg | 105 kg | Yes, full rating | 1 | Trade Max |
| 35 kg | 123 kg | Yes, full rating | 5 | Trade Max and Wedgetail Adventure |
| 40 kg | 140 kg | Yes, full rating | 1 | Oval Steel |
| 50 kg | 175 kg | Yes, full rating | 11 | Trade Max |
| 60 kg | 210 kg | Yes, full rating | 2 | Oval Steel and Wedgetail Adventure |
| 70 kg | 245 kg | Yes, full rating | 5 | Commercial Max and Trade Max |
| 80 kg | 280 kg | Yes, full rating | 4 | Oval Steel, Trade Max and Wedgetail Adventure |
| 100 kg | 350 kg | Yes, full rating | 398 | Commercial Max, Oval Steel, Trade Max, Wedgetail Adventure, Wedgetail Core and Wedgetail Trade |
| 120 kg | 420 kg | Yes, full rating | 1 | Wedgetail Adventure |
| 150 kg | 525 kg | Yes, full rating | 205 | Commercial Max, Oval Steel, Trade Max, Wedgetail Adventure, Wedgetail Core and Wedgetail Trade |
| No published rating | 3 | Oval Steel and Wedgetail Adventure |
Pick by material
- Wedgetail Trade: powder coated aluminium with glass reinforced nylon.
- Commercial Max: galvanised steel, powder coated, for buyers who want steel.
- Trade Max: powder coated aluminium with glass reinforced nylon, or zinc plated steel on rail mount kits.
For more on the trade-off see aluminium vs steel roof racks.
Pick by vehicle
Most Wedgetail Trade fitments are for vans; on a ute it fits the EGR Gen 2 canopy and Caddy Storage service body. Commercial Max covers the widest list of vans and utes, including ute service bodies. Trade Max bars fit vans, utes and light trucks. Search your vehicle in Find My Vehicle.
Accessories for ladders and conduit
- Wedgetail Trade: Ladder Lock Kit, 150mm Conduit Assembled (Top Mount) and the Technician Ladder Slide Adaption Kit.
- Commercial Max: 100mm Conduit Carrier, Safeclamp Ladder Clamp Pair and the Removable Boat Roller Pair.
- Trade Max: Parallel Ladder Slide With Buffers And Roller and the Single Roller Kit.
Who makes Commercial Max and Trade Max
Commercial Max, Trade Max and Oval Steel are sub brands under Wedgetail. Wedgetail is a brand created by Tradesman Roof Racks Pty Ltd, and all three ranges are made at the Wedgetail factory in Bayswater, Victoria, where racks are also fitted on site. Every one of the 134 Wedgetail stockists sells and fits them.
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Questions people ask
What is the difference between Wedgetail Trade and Commercial Max?
Material and warranty. Wedgetail Trade is a powder coated aluminium platform with a warranty of 5 years; Commercial Max is a galvanised steel platform, powder coated, with a warranty of 1 year and a lower starting price.
Who makes Commercial Max roof racks?
Commercial Max is a sub brand under Wedgetail, made by Tradesman Roof Racks Pty Ltd in Bayswater, Victoria.
Are Trade Max roof bars good for a van?
Yes, for lighter loads: Trade Max crossbar kits are rated 50 or 100 kg dynamic on most kits, 100% off-road, from $230 to $1,400 RRP inc GST. For heavy or bulky loads, a Wedgetail Trade or Commercial Max platform carries more.
Does Trade Max come with a wind deflector?
No. Trade Max crossbar kits are the exception: every other Wedgetail rack, including Wedgetail Trade and Commercial Max, includes a wind deflector.
What is the load rating of a Commercial Max roof rack?
100 or 150 kg dynamic on most fitments, 100% off-road with no derating; static is 3.5 x dynamic. The exact rating is listed for each vehicle.
Can I carry ladders and conduit on these racks?
Yes. Each range has ladder and conduit accessories: a ladder lock kit and conduit carrier for Wedgetail Trade, conduit carriers and ladder clamps for Commercial Max, and ladder slides with rollers for Trade Max.