Overview
The Smittybilt 50705 is a Defender cargo basket roof rack that arrives in bolt-together form, measuring 5 ft. wide and 7 ft. long with 4 in. sides. It is built from 16-gauge steel with 1 in. round tubing.
The rack is universal in application and needs a vehicle-specific mounting kit, which is sold separately. Drilling is required before mounting.
Welded light tabs (four at the front, two at the rear) and an aerodynamic design are part of the rack, along with integrated flooring that Smittybilt says maximizes its use.
Key features
- Bolt-together construction
- Includes all hardware to bolt the rack together
- 16-gauge, 1 in. round steel tubing
- Welded light tabs: four front and two rear
- Integrated flooring for the cargo basket
Bolt-together assembly tips
Bolt-together baskets only stay square when every joint is fastened evenly, so work through the frame in order instead of tightening one corner fully first. Lay the pieces on a flat surface, dry fit the joints, and then tighten the hardware in steps. A basket that sits twisted on the roof will strain its mounting points and make the floor rattle.
Keep the removed packaging and small hardware organized until assembly is complete. After mounting, recheck every joint once the first load has been carried, since initial settling can loosen fasteners. Inspect the tubing for scrapes that expose bare steel and touch up the finish to slow surface rust. Wind noise often traces back to a loose joint or an unsecured accessory.
- Dry fit the frame before final tightening
- Tighten joints in a set order
- Recheck fasteners after the first load
Specifications
| Brand | Smittybilt |
|---|---|
| Part number | 50705 |
| UPC | 631410114607 |
| Product type | Roof rack, cargo basket |
| Construction | Bolt together |
| Size | 5 ft. wide x 7 ft. long, 4 in. sides |
| Material | 16-gauge steel, 1 in. round tubing |
| Finish | Textured black powder coat |
| Drilling | Yes, before mounting |
Vehicle fitment
It is universal in application. The vehicle-specific mounting kit sets the fit for your roof.
Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The rack bolts together from its parts with the included hardware, so lay out the frame before fastening. Drilling is required, so check the mounting points and roof clearance first.
What’s included
All hardware needed to bolt the rack together is included. The vehicle-specific mounting system is sold separately.
Not included: The vehicle-specific mounting kit.
