Every roof rack system that fits the 2001 Ford Explorer, from Rhino-Rack and Yakima, plus older racks that still fit. This Explorer comes with raised rails or factory tracks depending on trim, so start by matching your roof below.
- Roof types: Raised rails, Factory tracks
- Rack systems listed: 15 across 2 brands
- Crossbar lengths: 46" to 50" depending on system
- Max rack load: up to 220 lb (always stay under your vehicle's roof limit)
Pacific Rack kits for your 2001 Explorer
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 -
Sale!
Pacific Rack Universal Crossbars for Raised Side Rails – Heavy Duty & Easy to Use
Original price was: $139.00.$109.00Current price is: $109.00. Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
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
For factory tracks
2001 Explorer with raised rails
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz RX — RX100 (RX100 Leg (x4)) | None (complete: JC-06937) | 220 | Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail… |
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz RX — RX100 (RX100 Leg (x4)) | None (complete: JC-05687) | 220 | Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail… |
| Rhino-Rack | Vortex RX — RX100 (RX100 Leg (x4)) | None (complete: JC-01567) | 220 | Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail… |
| Yakima | Yakima TimberLine Towers | None (universal) | Yakima TimberLine Towers Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar… |
2001 Explorer with factory tracks
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhino-Rack | Heavy Duty RLTP — RLTP (RLTP Leg (x2)) | None (complete: JA6210) | 220 | Not carried |
| Rhino-Rack | Heavy Duty RLTP — RLTP (RLTP Leg (x2)) | None (complete: JA6209) | 88 | Not carried |
| Rhino-Rack | Heavy Duty RLTP Trackmount — LHSPAIR (Heavy Duty Leg Height Spacer); RLTP (RLTP Leg (x2)) | RTV168 (complete: JA8713) | 220 | Not carried |
| Rhino-Rack | Heavy Duty RLTP Trackmount — RLTP (RLTP Leg (x2)) | RTV168 (complete: JA8701) | 220 | Not carried |
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz RLTP — RLTP (RLTP Leg (x2)) | VA-FK1 (complete: JC-07085) | 220 | Not carried |
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz RLTP — RLTP (RLTP Leg (x2)) | VA-FK1 (complete: JC-07090) | 88 | Not carried |
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz RLTP — RLTP (RLTP Leg (x2)) | VA-FK1 (complete: JC-05840) | 88 | Not carried |
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz RLTP — RLTP (RLTP Leg (x2)) | VA-FK1 (complete: JC-05835) | 220 | Not carried |
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz RLTP Trackmount | None (complete: JC-05880) | 220 | Not carried |
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz RLTP Trackmount — RLTP (RLTP Leg (x2)) | RTV168, VA-FK1 (complete: JC-07130) | 220 | Not carried |
| Yakima | Yakima SkyLine Towers | Landing Pad 1 | Yakima Landing Pad 1 Set of 4 Yakima Control Tower +… Yakima SkyLine Towers |
Parts that fit your 2001 Explorer
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Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit (4 legs)
$299.99 Add to cart -
Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Foot – 1 Foot
$69.00 Add to cart -
Yakima TimberLine Towers – For Raised Side Rails (Set of 4)
$275.00 Add to cart -
Yakima TimberLine Towers – For Raised Side Rails (Set of 2)
$155.00 Add to cart -
Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit with Yakima TimberLine Towers
$349.00 Add to cart -
Yakima SkyLine Towers – (Set of 4)
$275.00 Add to cart -
Yakima SkyLine Towers (Set of Two)
$155.00 Add to cart -
Sale!
Set of 4 Yakima Control Tower + 4x Landing Pad #1 (for tracks)
Original price was: $299.00.$239.95Current price is: $239.95. Add to cart -
Yakima Landing Pad 1
$75.00 Add to cart -
Truck Cap Track Roof Rack Kit – Yakima SkyLine + Landing Pad 1 + 52″ PRO Aero Bars
$499.00 Add to cart
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Other Explorer years
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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.