Tradesman Roof Racks makes roof racks for the Volkswagen Amarok, Caddy, Crafter, ID. Buzz, Kombi, Multivan and Transporter. Racks are available in our Commercial-Max, Oval Steel, Canopy-Max, Wedgetail Trade, Wedgetail and Trade-Max ranges. Load ratings run from 80 to 150kg depending on the rack.
Our steel racks are built in Bayswater, Victoria, on mounts we design and make ourselves. Wedgetail Trade racks are designed and built in Melbourne and are exclusive to Tradesman. Wedgetail racks are 100% Australian made and owned. Every rack can be fitted at our Bayswater (VIC) or Minchinbury (NSW) factories, or by our dealers Australia wide.
Find your Volkswagen in the rack guide below, or call us on (03) 9722 5080 if you are not sure which rack suits.
Tradesman Roof Racks manufacture roof racks suitable for the following Volkswagen vehicles:
Our Volkswagen Roof Rack Catalogue
Which Volkswagen roof rack do I need?
Each Volkswagen model takes a rack sized to suit its roof. Where a model has its own page, the link takes you to the full list of racks, sizes and fit times for that model.
| Volkswagen model | Racks available | Sizes | Load rating | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amarok | Oval Steel, Canopy-Max, Wedgetail | 1400 to 2700mm long | 100kg | Volkswagen Amarok roof racks |
| Caddy | Commercial-Max, Wedgetail Trade, Trade-Max | 1800 to 2100mm long | 100kg | Volkswagen Caddy roof racks |
| Crafter | Commercial-Max, Wedgetail, Trade-Max | 3300 to 4550mm long | 100 to 150kg | Volkswagen Crafter roof racks |
| ID. Buzz | Wedgetail Trade, Trade-Max | 2300mm long | 80 to 100kg | 2 racks, linked in the Racks column |
| Kombi | Commercial-Max | 3000mm long | 100kg | View this rack |
| Multivan | Commercial-Max, Trade-Max | 2700mm long | 100kg | 2 racks, linked in the Racks column |
| Transporter | Commercial-Max, Wedgetail Trade, Wedgetail, Trade-Max | 1400 to 3300mm long | 100 to 150kg | Volkswagen Transporter roof racks |
Choosing a rack range for your Volkswagen
- Commercial-Max: heavy duty ERW commercial grade tubing, powder coated black, on mounts individually designed for the vehicle. Built for daily trade use.
- Oval Steel: reinforced oval tubing for heavy loads, work and outback touring. Made as a basket, open ends, flat deck or tent style, zinc coated and finished in metallic charcoal, satin black or matt black.
- Canopy-Max: Oval Steel canopy racks, galvanised, in standard sizes or custom built to suit your canopy.
- Wedgetail Trade: a modular composite and aluminium rack, designed and built in Melbourne and exclusive to Tradesman.
- Wedgetail: modular platform racks, 100% Australian made and owned, including options to suit canopies and ute tubs.
- Trade-Max crossbars: anodised aluminium bars with 3mm zinc steel end caps and steel mounting rails. The bars are adjustable and use the same mounts as the Commercial-Max.
Accessories for your Volkswagen roof rack
Set the rack up for the gear you carry. Commercial-Max and Oval Steel racks suit ladder rollers, conduit carriers, a ladder clamp, a spare wheel carrier, a jerry can holder and a jack and shovel holder. Wedgetail Trade racks can take a Technician Series ladder slide with rollers or buffers, plastic slides, a lock and strap. Single and double roller kits are available for Trade-Max bars. See the full range of roof rack accessories.
Fitting and lead times
We fit racks at our Bayswater (VIC) and Minchinbury (NSW) factories, and through our dealers Australia wide. Fit times for Volkswagen racks run from 60 to 180 minutes. If you would rather fit it yourself, follow our guide to installing a Tradesman roof rack. Standard racks are made in 5 days or less, and custom builds take about 10 to 15 days from order to dispatch.
Volkswagen roof rack FAQs
Will a rack from one Volkswagen model fit another?
Not always. Our Volkswagen racks range from 1400 to 4550mm long and 1300 to 4550mm wide, sized to suit each body and roof. Order the rack listed for your model and year in the table above.
How much weight can a Volkswagen roof rack carry?
Our Volkswagen racks are rated from 80 to 150kg, as listed above. Your vehicle also has its own roof load limit in the owner’s manual, and the lower of the two figures is the one to work to. Read more on how much weight a roof rack can take.
Can I carry ladders on my Volkswagen roof rack?
Yes. The Wedgetail Trade rack can take a Technician Series ladder slide. Commercial-Max and Oval Steel racks take bolt-on ladder rollers and a ladder clamp. Trade-Max bars take single or double roller kits. Call us on (03) 9722 5080 to set it up for the ladders you carry.
Can I change the size or colour?
Yes. Oval Steel racks can be made with different side heights, lengths, ends and floors, and are finished in metallic charcoal, satin black or matt black. Commercial-Max racks are powder coated black.
How long will it take to get my rack?
Standard racks are made in 5 days or less. Custom builds take about 10 to 15 days from order to dispatch.
Have a question about your Volkswagen? Contact us or call (03) 9722 5080.
