Every roof rack system that fits the 1981 Ford Escort, from Thule, plus older racks that still fit. This Escort comes with raised rails, factory crossbars or rain gutters depending on trim, so start by matching your roof below.
- Roof types: Raised rails, Factory crossbars, Rain gutters
- Rack systems listed: 7 across 1 brand
- Crossbar lengths: 46" to 46" depending on system
- Max rack load: up to 220 lb (always stay under your vehicle's roof limit)
Pacific Rack kits for your 1981 Escort
Complete kits with our own crossbars, in stock and ready to ship. Match your roof type:
For raised rails
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Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit for Raised Rails
$149.00 Add to cart -
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Pacific Rack Universal Crossbars for Raised Side Rails – Heavy Duty & Easy to Use
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Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit with Yakima TimberLine Towers
$349.00 Add to cart -
Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit with Thule Rapid Crossroad 450R Feet + Locks
$299.00 Add to cart
1981 Escort with raised rails
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Evo Raised Rail | None (universal) | 220 | Thule Evo Raised Rail Footpack Thule WingBar Evo 118 Torque Key 4Nm |
| Thule | Thule oversize rail foot | None (universal) | 165 | Thule WingBar Evo 118 Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles… |
1981 Escort with factory crossbars
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Evo Raised Rail | None (universal) | 220 | Thule Evo Raised Rail Footpack Thule WingBar Evo 118 Torque Key 4Nm |
| Thule | Thule oversize rail foot | None (universal) | 165 | Thule WingBar Evo 118 Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles… |
1981 Escort with rain gutters
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Rapid gutter high | None (universal) | 220 | Thule Rapid Gutter High Thule WingBar Evo 118 |
| Thule | Thule Rapid gutter low | None (universal) | 220 | Thule WingBar Evo 118 Thule Rapid Gutter Low |
| Thule | Thule Rapid gutter super high | None (universal) | 220 | Thule WingBar Evo 118 Thule Rapid Gutter Super High foot for… |
Parts that fit your 1981 Escort
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Thule WingBar Evo 118 (47″) – Black (2-Pack)
$279.95 Add to cart -
Thule Evo Raised Rail Footpack – Set of 4
$264.95 Add to cart -
Thule WingBar Evo 118 (47″) – Silver (2-Pack)
$279.95 Add to cart -
Torque Key 4Nm – Thule Raised Rail Evo/Flush Rail Evo/Flush Rail Edge/Fixpoint Evo/Fixpoint Edge
$34.42 Add to cart -
Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles with Large or Uniquely Shaped roof Rails
$299.95 Add to cart -
Thule Rapid Gutter High – (Set of 4) Black
$299.95 Add to cart -
Thule Rapid Gutter Low – foot for raingutters (4-pack)
$279.95 Add to cart -
Thule Rapid Gutter Super High foot for rain gutters 4-pack black
$319.95 Add to cart -
Thule Evo Raised Rail Single (1) Replacement Foot
$69.90 Read more
Buy used
Looking for a deal? Check Rack Trader for used racks and parts that fit the Escort.
Other Escort years
Fit info is compiled from Thule, Yakima and Rhino-Rack data. Always confirm against the manufacturer's install instructions and your vehicle's roof load limit.