Common questions

How much can you fit in a Thule cargo box?

How much can you fit in a Thule cargo box?

Thule cargo bags range from 13 to 17 cubic feet in volume, and can accommodate just about anything that isn’t skis or a snowboard.

How fast can you drive with Thule cargo box?

Whatever you drive with a roof box or a cargo bag, you should follow the speed limit, which is 90 MPH, and never exceed the line.

Are Thule cargo boxes secure?

There are a lot of reputed brands like Thule that sell high-quality and durable locks to protect cargo carriers. Even when you have a lock in place, make sure to use a GPS tracking device as well. Some rooftop cargo boxes are exorbitant, and if you too own one of them, it is imperative to use a tracking device.

What is the biggest Thule cargo box?

Thule Motion XT
The largest roof box with the largest weight capacity that we carry is the Thule Motion XT # TH629906 (black) and # TH629907 (gray). It holds up to 22 cubic feet, is 91-1/2 inches long, 37-1/2 inches wide, 18 inches high, and has a weight capacity of 165 pounds.

Can you put suitcases in a Thule?

A suitcase that is 21 inches wide would not have a problem fitting. The 14 inches of height is at the tallest point. It tapers significantly towards the front but not as much towards the back. Worse case scenario you may have to place the suitcase in at an angle for the best fit.

Is there a speed limit with a roof box?

In principle, there is no limit on speed, but it is important to remember that putting a roof box on a car changes its road holding. The effect is felt more at higher speeds. As fibreglass roof boxes are stronger and more rigid than plastic boxes, they will also cope with higher speeds better.

How long do cargo boxes last?

Average Shipping Container Lifespan. While shipping containers can last for 35 years or more, that is a bit longer than average. We’d estimate that under normal circumstances, an average shipping container lifespan is closer to 25 years.

Is Thule Swedish?

Thule is founded by Erik Thulin in Hillerstorp, Sweden.

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Ruth Doyle