Thule LB78 Roof Rack Load Bars (78-Inch, Set of 2)

The Thule Square Load Bars are made of heavy-duty galvanized steel and plastic-coated to resist corrosion. Available in 4 lengths, 50″,58″,65″and 78.” Sold as a pair. All of the other components to configure a complete roof rack such as Foot Pack, vehicle-specific Fit Kit and locks are sold separately. Please refer to the Thule Buyer’s Guide to learn about all of the recommendations for your vehicle. An isolated view of a square Thule LB78 load bar with an end cap Square bars for custom rack creation.
View larger A square Thule LB78 load bar illustration showing the polyethylene coating Cold rolled, galvanized steel sealed in polyethylene for long lasting durability.
View larger A square Thule LB78 load bar mounted on a Thule foot pack Compatible with a variety of Thule foot packs.
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Square Bars for Custom Thule Rack Creation

The Thule product line of square load bars allows users to create their own custom roof rack solution that is tailored to the specific needs and dimensions of their vehicle. The bars are sold in pairs and come in a variety of lengths, including: 50″, 58″, 65″ and 78″. Constructed of cold rolled, galvanized steel with welded seams, they are designed for maximum strength and long life. The bars are compatible with a wide variety of Thule foot packs (sold separately), including: 450 Traverse, 300 Rain Gutter, 480 Traverse, 430 Tracker II and the 460 Podium. The bars are made of galvanized steel coated with a tough polyethylene material for long lasting durability and to seal out rust. They are compatible with most Thule rack accessories, such as cargo boxes, ski and snowboard carriers, and so on. The ends of bars can be sealed with end caps (sold separately) to keep out moisture and lessen wind noise.

Key Features

Square bars for custom Thule roof rack creation Bars come in a variety of lengths, including: 50″, 58″, 65″ and 78″ Cold rolled, galvanized steel with welded seams for maximum strength Coated with a tough polyethylene material for long lasting durability Compatible with a range of Thule foot packs including: 450 Traverse, 300 Rain Gutter, 480 Traverse, 430 Tracker II and the 460 Podium

What’s in the Box

One 78″ pair of Thule square load bars (end caps not included)

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Thule will warranty all Thule brand car rack systems and its accessories manufactured by Thule during the time that an original retail purchaser owns the product. This warranty terminates if a purchaser transfers the product to any other person. No warranty is given for defects caused by normal wear and tear, cosmetic rust, scratches, accidents, unlawful vehicle operation, or modification of, or any types of repair of a load carrier system other than those authorized by Thule.

About Thule

Thule was founded in 1942 by the Thulin family, when Eric Thulin, a true lover of the outdoors, put the Thule name on a pike trap he designed and began to sell in Scandinavia. It wasn’t long before he added other practical items to the company’s portfolio. By the 1960s, the company began to concentrate on car-related products, including its first roof rack. The Thulin family sold Thule to the publicly listed company Eldon in 1979, and it has continued to grow both organically and through acquisitions ever since. The Thule Group is a world leader in providing transport solutions for an active life.

Product Features

  • Carries up to 165lbs of cargo (see Thule Buyer’s Guide for vehicle specific recommendations)
  • Sold 2 bars per pack
  • Requires Thule Square Bar foot pack and some systems require vehicle-specific Fit Kit
  • Made from galvanized, polyethylene-coated steel to resist the elements
  • Thule load bars do not come with end caps; end caps for the load bars are included with Thule foot packs.
78Inch Bars LB78 Load Rack Roof Thule