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Dodge Ram 2500/3500 HD Bed Rack for Retrax XR Covers - Straight Bed | XTR3

$2,249.99 USD
Xtrusion Overland  |  SKU: X01-XTR3-S-RMH-C-RTX-17H-66L-ST1

Lead Times

Current Lead Times: 

Please Note That All Lead Times Are Estimations*

  • XO.SKLTN  | 10-12 weeks
  • XTR1, XTR3 & XBRS Bed Racks | 4-7 weeks
  • Extrusion Sub-Structures | 3-4 weeks
  • Xtrusion Branded Accessories | 1-2 weeks

Our posted lead times are only estimations and rely on various factors, many times outside of our control. Historic challenging times within our industry have caused ripples in the supply chain world that have repercussions even on the smallest of components at times. As you would imagine, many companies in our industry are experiencing the same. 

Our bed racks are super cool, with the ability to be customized. But this causes a series of challenges due to the thousands of possible combinations regarding compatibility, availability, etc. However, we are constantly aiming at improving our processes, hiring and training our people to achieve a reliable fulfillment process. 

If you have additional questions about our lead times, please check our current estimations and reach out to our team if you need additional information. We thank you for your continued support and patience as we improve our processes.

While we would do our best to accommodate a specific need, please do not plan any trips or outings based on the estimated lead times. 

 




THIRD PARTY PRODUCTS

Xtrusion Overland started supplying various brands that go hand in hand with our own products, to provide a complete service and help us grow. This includes products that are drop shipped. Please be advised that availability and lead times of those product are solely impacted by the third-party vendor's schedule. Many products are sold under an open inventory method, as the technology to sync inventories is limited, therefore please reach out if a specific product is needed by a specific date for us to double check with the supplier for you!

Any potential delay that occurs in the sourcing, processing, or drop shipment at the third party level will be communicated to the best of our ability to the customer.


ESTIMATED DATE  |  LEAD TIMES

The estimated lead time provided when you placed your order is JUST AN ESTIMATE. It is not a guarantee that the product will be shipped on that date. The estimated lead time gives you some sense of what the current times to source, cut, pack and ship takes. Many times the lead time can be shorter, but likewise it can extend, depending on factors such as previous demand and current supply. We manufacture many components in house, but extenuating circumstances such as down time for maintenance or unscheduled downtimes for repairs might impact dates as well as delays related to our sourced components. There is a constant flow of parts and shipments, and sometimes the visibility becomes a challenge to pinpoint exactly when your product will ship.

Feel free to check on your order at any time. Be aware that our customer service team may not be able to give you an exact date for completion but rest assured we are tracking your order and it will be built in the order that it was received. 

Xtrusion Overland also reserves the right to cancel items from an order, offer an alternative substitution or issue refund accordingly when product is delayed at an unacceptable time frame or at the request of the customer.

Rack Angle Guide

 

Overland Rack Angle Compatibility

One Angle.
Every Build.

XTR bed racks use three rack angles — 9°, 13°, and 20° — each matched to specific vehicle setups and accessory families. Find the right angle for your build so every rail, crossbar, and mounting kit lines up perfectly.

Engineered quality

CNC billet strength

We didn't just join the strong extrusions with some sheet metal corner brackets — we put the aluminum where it makes a difference. Every angle variant uses the same 6061-T6 Aerospace grade billet, machined to precision to join all components with exact angular alignment.

  • ✓ All three angles share the same billet standard
  • ✓ 9°, 13°, and 20° brackets machined to exact specs
  • ✓ No sheet metal corners — pure aerospace aluminum
CNC billet corner brackets for XTR bed racks — available in 9°, 13°, and 20° angles
Quick Reference

Angle Compatibility

Rack Angle Product Line Compatible Accessories
9° Gladiator Series All Gladiator bedracks, Gladiator mounting kits, Gladiator-specific crossbars, including Softopper versions on Gladiator.
13° Soft Topper Series Soft Topper bed racks for all truck models (except Gladiator). 
20° Universal / Crossbars All XTR1, XTR3, XBRS Bed Racks, universal mounting rails, standard rack accessories (except Gladiator or Softopper)
9-degree Gladiator rail crossbar — XTR Gladiator series rack angle
9° angle

Gladiator Series

The 9° angle is dedicated to the Gladiator product line. This angle was engineered specifically for Gladiator rails and their mounting geometry, ensuring a flush, secure connection between your rails and any Xtrusion add-on accessories. This includes Softopper Gladiator Builds

Xo Skeleton Note: The XO.SKLTN Uses a complete different system not to be confused with Gladiator XTR 9 Degree components.

13-degree Soft Topper rail crossbar — XTR Soft Topper series rack angle
13° angle

Soft Topper Series

The 13° angle serves Soft Topper products. This intermediate angle provides the right compromise between load clearance and low profile when mounting accessories to Soft Topper rails and their compatible hardware.

Crossbars: XTR1 and XTR3 use 13° when mounted on Soft Topper setups.

20-degree universal rack crossbar — XTR universal and crossbar series
20° angle

Universal / Crossbars

The 20° angle is the default for all other Xtrusion products — universal mounting rails, standard crossbars, and general overland rack accessories. This is the most common angle in the industry and works with the widest range of roof rack and truck bed rack systems.

Exception: XBRS Crossbars use 9 Degree components, in case you decide to upgrade to full rack, so it remains compatible on joints.

Quick Reference

Xo Skeleton — Angle Breakdown

The Xo Skeleton uses two angles Gladiator Specific or Universal. However, some accessories might be compatible with both, because the top rail consolidates both angles into one. Crossbar mounts or awning mounts are compatible with both versions.

9° Angle

XOSKLTN Gladiator
Xo Skeleton Gladiator 9-degree angle
  • Gladiator rail mounts
  • Gladiator-specific hardware
  • Gladiator crossbar slots

13° Angle

XOSKLTN
Xo Skeleton Soft Topper 13-degree angle
  • Soft Topper rail mounts
  • Soft Topper mounting kits
  • Soft Topper crossbar slots

Note: The Xo Skeleton never uses the 20° angle.

How To Choose

The Right Rack Angle,
Explained

Every XTR accessory — crossbars, mounting brackets, add-on hardware — is cut for one specific angle. The right angle depends on your primary rail system or vehicle setup. Choosing the matching angle ensures every component in your build aligns correctly and carries load as designed.

  • Identify your rail system. Gladiator = 9°, Soft Topper = 13°, universal = 20°.
  • Check your crossbar type. XTR1/XTR3 come in all three — order the one matching your rails.
  • Stick to one angle per build. Mixing angles creates misalignment and stress points.
What determines the rack angle I need? +
Your rack angle is determined by your primary rail system or vehicle setup. Gladiator rails use 9°, Soft Topper setups use 13°, and universal or standard rack accessories use 20°. Choosing the matching angle ensures every accessory — crossbars, mounting brackets, and add-ons — aligns correctly.
Can I use a 20° crossbar with a Gladiator rail? +
No. Gladiator rails are engineered for 9° accessories. Using a 20° crossbar on a Gladiator rail will result in misalignment and improper load transfer. Always match your crossbar angle to your rail system.
Do Soft Toppers and Gladiator rails use the same angle? +
No. Soft Toppers use a 13° angle while Gladiator rails use a 9° angle. These angles are not interchangeable. If you're building with both types, you'll need separate angle-specific accessory sets.
Are XTR1 and XTR3 crossbars angle-specific? +
XTR1 and XTR3 crossbars come in three angle variants — 9°, 13°, and 20° — to match each rack system. The 20° variant is the default and works with universal racks. The 13° variant is used when paired with Soft Topper setups. Order the angle that matches your primary rail system.
Why do overland racks use different angles? +
Different rack angles exist to accommodate varying vehicle roof geometries, rail profiles, and load requirements. The 9° angle works well with Gladiator-style tubular rails. The 13° angle provides a middle ground for Soft Topper mounting systems. The 20° angle is the industry standard for universal applications and offers maximum load clearance.

Description

This is the XTR3 Bed Rack for Retrax XR Covers — purpose-built to mount directly to the Retrax XR tonneau cover’s integrated T-slot rails (cover sold separately — this listing is the rack). If you run a Retrax XR on your Ram 2500/3500 HD and thought a bed rack meant giving up your tonneau, the XTR3 Retrax XR Build mounts directly to the cover’s own T-slot rails, so you keep your weather-sealed, locking bed and gain a full overland & utility rack on top with six uprights and extra load-bearing capacity — no drilling, no compromise.

Bed Geometry Note: Dodge Ram trucks come in both straight and tapered bed configurations. This listing is optimized for the straight bed variant. Please verify your bed measurement and rail spacing before ordering to ensure proper fit.

What it does

Bolts directly to your Retrax XR cover’s T-slot rails using the included bedrail brackets, which mount directly to the cover’s rails without drilling any holes. It turns your Ram 2500/3500 HD bed into a fully modular cargo platform: carry a rooftop tent, awning, recovery gear, fuel, and water on top, while keeping the bed underneath locked and weather-sealed. Works as a Dodge Ram ladder rack, a cargo rack for lumber and conduit, or a no-nonsense overland basecamp — built from solid T-slot aluminum, not flimsy sheet metal.

Built for the Retrax XR Cover

This is not a universal bracket forced to fit. The XTR3 Retrax XR Build ships pre-configured for the Retrax XR’s integrated T-slot rail system — the bedrail brackets connect your uprights straight to the cover, so the rack and the tonneau work as one. Already running a Retrax XR on your Ram 2500/3500 HD? This is your exact-fit rack.

Why XTR3 is different

The XTR3 is our six-upright bed rack, designed to provide extra load-bearing capacity compared to traditional four-upright systems. The center upright on each side rail gives you a solid middle point for spanning long items like lumber or conduit, and an extra anchor point for heavier gear. Its open design provides excellent side access, outstanding accessory compatibility, and a clean layout that’s equally at home on work trucks, overland builds, and daily drivers. It comes with 6 uprights (one in each corner + one center upright on each side rail), 2 side braces, 2 top crossbars, and 2 top support braces. Fewer moving parts, lighter weight, and a clean, traditional look that ages well under trail dust and jobsite grime.

  • Solid extruded aluminum — the strongest, lightest, most modular material on the market, with no rust and no sacrifice in features.
  • T-slot on every linear surface — near-infinite mounting points; mount anything in any position and reconfigure in minutes.
  • 6 uprights (one in each corner + center uprights) — extra load-bearing capacity for heavier gear, longer spans, and extra mounting points for accessories.
  • Tonneau-friendly by design — built around your Retrax XR cover, not in spite of it.

Choose XTR3 if you...

Need more load-bearing capacity. It is the starting point for a modular truck system. Start with the bed rack, then add accessories as your needs change. Depending on your setup, the XTR3 can work with MOLLE panels, AXS Gates, slide-out storage, recovery gear mounts, lighting, water storage, and other rack-mounted accessories.

Because the rack is built around T-slot extrusion, you can continue adapting the layout instead of replacing the entire system as your build grows.

What’s included

  • 2 Top Crossbars
  • 6 Uprights (Columns)
  • 2 Top Support Braces (1530 Black)
  • 2 Side Braces (1530 Black)
  • 6 Bedrail Brackets (connect uprights to your Retrax XR cover)
  • 6 Top Corner Brackets (connect crossbars and uprights)
  • 1 Center Bracket (connects the center upright to the side brace)
  • All screws and hardware required for assembly
  • Set of Black XTR Off-Road Reinforcement Plates ($110 value)
  • Metal Handle Kit — Set of 4 ($40 value)
  • 16 pcs Drop-In T-Nuts — 5/16-8 ($12 value)
  • 16 pcs Button Head Screws — 5/16-8 x 5/8" ($8.80 value)

Pre-configured Accessory Packages

  • Package 1: Bed Rack only
  • Package 2: Bed Rack + 8 MOLLE Plates (11x13 plates for mid-height racks & 16x11 plates for cab-height racks)
  • Package 3A: Bed Rack + 8 MOLLE Plates + 1x AXS Gate Kit + 1x Slide Out
  • Package 3B: Bed Rack + 8 MOLLE Plates + 2x AXS Gate Kits
  • Package 3C: Bed Rack + 8 MOLLE Plates + 2x Slide Out Kits
  • Package 4A: Bed Rack + 8 MOLLE Plates + 1x AXS Gate Kit + 1x Slide Out + 1x Light Bar Bracket + 1x Rack Light
  • Package 4B: Bed Rack + 8 MOLLE Plates + 2x AXS Gate Kits + 1x Slide Out + 1x Light Bar Bracket + 1x Rack Light
  • Package 4C: Bed Rack + 8 MOLLE Plates + 1x AXS Gate Kit + 2x Slide Out Kits + 1x Light Bar Bracket + 1x Rack Light
  • Package 4D: Bed Rack + 8 MOLLE Plates + 2x AXS Gate Kits + 2x Slide Out Kits + 1x Light Bar Bracket + 1x Rack Light

Specifications

Rated capacity (evenly distributed): 500 lb dynamic off-road, 850 lb dynamic on-road, 1,750 lb static — or OEM bed rail capacity, whichever is less.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will this rack work with a Softopper, FasTop, or Bestop on my Ram?

No. This rack is designed to mount to your Retrax XR tonneau cover’s T-slot rails. If you run a canvas-style soft topper, look at our XTR1 Soft Topper Bed Rack or XTR3 Soft Topper Bed Rack instead.

Does this require drilling into my Ram?

No. The rack mounts directly to the Retrax XR cover’s T-slot rails using the included bedrail brackets. No permanent modifications to your truck or cover, and no compromising your factory finish.

How do I know if I need the Straight Bed or Tapered Bed version?

Dodge Ram trucks come with either a straight or tapered bed, depending on the model year and factory configuration. This listing is for the straight bed. To find out, measure from the inside edge of the bed rail, measure both the front width and rear width of your bed. If the measurements are different, you have a tapered bed. If they are the same, you have a straight bed.

*See Terms and Conditions for additional product disclaimers.

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