{"product_id":"barres-de-toit-aluminium-jeep-wrangler-jk-jl-gladiator-jt","title":"Jeep Wrangler JK JL Gladiator JT Aluminum Roof Rails","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJeep Wrangler JK, JL and Gladiator Roof Bars: The Hardtop Finally Put to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Wrangler with a hardtop offers a flat surface that almost no one uses. These \u003cstrong\u003eroof bars for the Jeep Wrangler\u003c\/strong\u003e attach to the hardtop gutter and instantly open up a new level of cargo space: roof racks, waterproof bags, kayak carriers, boards, and camping gear. Designed for the 2007–2018 JK and JKU, the 2018–2021 JL and JLU, and the Gladiator JT from 2020 onward, this set of \u003cstrong\u003eroof crossbars\u003c\/strong\u003e installs without drilling and is just as quick to remove as it is to fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo Crossbars That Follow the Wrangler's Boxy Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wrangler doesn't strive for sleek aerodynamics, and neither do these bars: they embrace the model's utilitarian style. Mounted across the hardtop, they extend the angular geometry of the body rather than contradicting it. One detail owners will notice immediately: the rear crossbar is longer than the front one (approximately 129 cm compared to 127 cm) to follow the hardtop's widening toward the rear. The result looks like a \u003cstrong\u003efactory installation\u003c\/strong\u003e, not an afterthought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a black JL or a sand-colored Gladiator, the effect is immediate: the vehicle goes from a city SUV to an SUV ready for adventure. And when the roof is empty, the bars remain discreet enough not to overpower the silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAluminum Alloy and Gutter Mounting: The Design Behind This Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crossbars are made of aluminum alloy with ABS connecting parts. Aluminum withstands the loading cycles and vibrations of light off-roading without deforming, resists corrosion, and handles high temperatures and winter salt. The stated weight for the set is 5.6 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key is the mounting: the bars clamp onto the hardtop gutter. This imposes a strict, non-negotiable condition—this kit is \u003cem\u003eonly\u003c\/em\u003e suitable for hardtop versions equipped with a gutter. Wrangler soft tops without gutters cannot use it. The stated capacity for the set of two bars is 40 kg (88 pounds), a figure consistent with light off-roading: it is a reasonable \u003cstrong\u003edynamic load\u003c\/strong\u003e, not an expedition platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eJeep Wrangler JK and JL Roof Bars\u003c\/strong\u003e — JK \/ JKU 2007–2018, JL \/ JLU 2018–2021, Gladiator JT from 2020.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardtop Gutter Mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e — only for hardtop versions equipped with a gutter rail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo-Drill Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e — no cutting or holes in the roof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eStated 40 kg Load Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e — suitable for light off-roading and bulky loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrossbars of Different Lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e — approximately 127 cm at the front and 129 cm at the rear, to follow the roofline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Base\u003c\/strong\u003e — roof box, basket, kayak carrier, straps for long equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMounting These Crossbars on Your Wrangler Without Touching the Bodywork\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe principle is clamping: the brackets close around the gutter, the two crossbars are aligned according to the front\/rear order dictated by their length, and then they are tightened alternately. The \u003cstrong\u003eno-drill installation\u003c\/strong\u003e requires a wrench and about fifteen minutes. Retighten after the first few kilometers, and then systematically before a loaded trip or an off-road outing. Check that your hardtop has a gutter before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan You Carry a Kayak or a Rooftop Tent with This Kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA kayak, yes, within the stated 40 kg limit and secured with front and rear straps. A rooftop tent, no: this type of sleeping arrangement requires a much higher static load and a dedicated platform. For long, bulky but lightweight equipment—boards, ladders, bags, inflatable canoes—these \u003cstrong\u003eroof bars for SUVs\u003c\/strong\u003e do the job perfectly. For heavy expedition use, opt for a full roof rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEquipping a Wrangler Requires Careful Planning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wrangler is one of the most modified vehicles in the world, and also one of those where incorrect compatibility is most common. We therefore prefer to state clearly what this kit requires: a hardtop with a gutter. Our team answers in French and can help you identify your version before ordering. \u003cstrong\u003eJeep roof accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e are among the product categories we monitor most closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquip your Wrangler's hardtop and carry the gear that no longer fits in the trunk.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roof crossbars (set of 2)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Make \/ Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jeep Wrangler JK and JKU 2007–2018, JL and JLU 2018–2021, Gladiator JT from 2020\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMandatory Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardtop equipped with a gutter rail—not compatible with soft tops without gutters\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum alloy and ABS\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 127 cm (front) and 129 cm (rear)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 5.6 kg\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer's Stated Load Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 kg for the set of 2 bars\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrilling:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roof box, basket, kayak carrier, camping equipment\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set of 2 crossbars and mounting hardware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--v3.1--\u003e","brand":"becquet-voiture.com","offers":[{"title":"2-Bar Crossbar Kit","offer_id":52840821817631,"sku":"14:200004889#1 SET","price":339.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7911\/7343\/files\/S793bb67ef4fb4e3499f68ffa07113f07W.webp?v=1788265994","url":"https:\/\/becquet-voiture.com\/en\/products\/barres-de-toit-aluminium-jeep-wrangler-jk-jl-gladiator-jt","provider":"Becquet Voiture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}