Comparison
Wedgetail vs TrailMax Alloy Roof Rack
Short answer
The biggest differences between a Wedgetail Adventure platform and the TrailMax alloy roof rack are the off-road rating, the warranty and where the rack is made. Every Wedgetail is rated 100% off-road to its full dynamic rating (100 or 150 kg dynamic on most platforms) with static = 3.5 x dynamic; TrailMax lists 110 kg dynamic and 320 kg static for its Ranger Next Gen alloy rack without saying whether that applies off-road. Wedgetail Adventure has a warranty of 10 years and is made in Bayswater, Victoria, Australia; TrailMax gives 24 months on manufacturing and 60 months on the alloy surface finish, and says its racks are designed in Australia without stating where they are made.
Wedgetail figures from Wedgetail product data; competitor figures from the linked sources, updated .
Side by side
| Feature | Wedgetail Adventure | TrailMax Alloy rack |
|---|---|---|
| Off-road rating | 100% of the dynamic rating, no derating | |
| Dynamic rating | Per vehicle fitment: 100 or 150 kg dynamic on most platforms | 110 kg dynamicSource: trailmax.com.au |
| Static rating | 3.5 x dynamic (350 or 525 kg static) | 320 kg staticSource: trailmax.com.au |
| Construction | Main frame welded; other parts bolt or click together; ships flat-pack | Mounts into the roof channel with custom brackets; front holes require drilling; all mounting rails and hardware includedSource: trailmax.com.au |
| Material | Powder coated aluminium with glass reinforced nylon | Powder-coated alloy platform and rails, marine-grade 316 stainless hardwareSource: trailmax.com.au |
| Warranty | 10 years (Core 3 years, Trade 5 years) | Manufacturing 24 months from invoice date; surface finish (alloy) 60 months from installation; labour 6 months, only if installed by an accredited TrailMax resellerSource: trailmax.com.au |
| Made in | Bayswater, Victoria, Australia | Designed in Australia and tested in Australian conditions (manufacturing location not stated)Source: trailmax.com.au |
| Price | $1,525 to $5,905 RRP inc GST per complete vehicle fitment | $1,980 (Ranger Next Gen 22+ alloy rack, SKU 104260; mounting rails and hardware included)Source: trailmax.com.au |
| Wind deflector | Included | |
| Third-party accessories | Fit; some need a 10 mm spacer to clear the strength lip | |
| Where to buy | 134 stockists, every one sells and fits |
Off-road and static ratings
TrailMax's Ranger Next Gen alloy rack page lists 110 kg dynamic and 320 kg static, and its FAQ gives 110 to 150 kg dynamic and 320 to 360 kg static depending on the vehicle. The pages we read do not say whether those figures apply off-road. On a Wedgetail, the dynamic rating listed for your vehicle is the figure on sealed and unsealed roads alike, and static is 3.5 x dynamic, giving 350 or 525 kg static on a platform when parked. See static vs dynamic ratings and the 3.5 x rule.
TrailMax notes that the vehicle maker's roof load limit overrides its ratings. The same applies to any rack, Wedgetail included.
Warranty
TrailMax's warranty table gives 24 months on manufacturing from the invoice date, 60 months on the alloy surface finish from installation, and 6 months on labour when an accredited TrailMax reseller fits it. Wedgetail warranties are 10 years on Adventure, 3 years on Core and 5 years on Trade.
Price and what is in the box
TrailMax lists the Ranger Next Gen alloy rack at $1,980 with the mounting rails and hardware, two rear LED lights and light bar brackets; it says the front mounting holes need drilling. A Wedgetail price is for a complete solution made to suit the vehicle, with the wind deflector included. For the same ute, see the Ford Ranger 2022 on Adventure platform or every option in the Ford Ranger guide.
Accessory compatibility
The lip around a Wedgetail platform is there for strength. Some third-party accessories need a 10 mm spacer to clear it, and with that they fit. There is no Wedgetail spacer kit; see do third-party accessories fit a Wedgetail.
Who makes Wedgetail
Wedgetail is a brand created by Tradesman Roof Racks Pty Ltd, established 1978 and made at 7-9 Newcastle Road, Bayswater VIC 3153. The Wedgetail facts page has the ratings, warranty and materials for every range.
Questions people ask
Is a TrailMax roof rack rated for off-road use?
TrailMax's Ranger Next Gen alloy rack page lists 110 kg dynamic and 320 kg static but does not say whether that applies off-road. A Wedgetail is rated 100% off-road to its full dynamic rating, with no derating.
Where are TrailMax roof racks made?
TrailMax says its racks are designed in Australia and tested in Australian conditions; the pages we read do not say where they are made. Wedgetail racks are made in Bayswater, Victoria, Australia.
Which has the longer warranty, Wedgetail or TrailMax?
Wedgetail Adventure, with a warranty of 10 years. TrailMax lists 24 months on manufacturing, 60 months on the alloy surface finish and 6 months on labour.
How much does a TrailMax alloy roof rack cost?
TrailMax lists the Ranger Next Gen alloy rack at $1,980, with mounting rails and hardware included. Wedgetail Adventure is $1,525 to $5,905 RRP inc GST for a complete fitment made to suit your vehicle.
Do other brands' accessories fit a Wedgetail?
Yes. Some third-party accessories need a 10 mm spacer to clear the lip around the platform, and with that they fit.
Where can I buy and get a Wedgetail fitted?
From 134 stockists across Australia, every one of which sells and fits, or at the factory in Bayswater VIC; see where to buy.
Sources
- trailmax.com.au/shop/rack-ranger-next-gen-22-alloy, read 14 October 2026
- trailmax.com.au/shipping-and-returns, read 14 October 2026
- trailmax.com.au/products/roof-rack-systems/ford/ranger, read 14 October 2026