XBRS - CrossBar Kit for Chevrolet Silverado & GMC Sierra 1500
Product Sku: X01-XBRS-SISD-A-CVW-6H
Fits 1999–2007, 2007.5–2013, 2014–2018 and 2019+ Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500. Have a 2019 Silverado LD or Sierra 1500 Limited (the older body style)? Choose 2014–2018.
Low-profile Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500 bed bars that grow into a full bed rack.
XBRS truck bed cross bars sit just above your bed rails. Haul gear, mount accessories and keep using most tonneau covers. When your build grows, XBRS converts into a full XTR1 bed rack, and from there into an XTR3 (see Upgrade to a full bed rack below).
What you can carry on XBRS
- Rooftop tent: mount it with the XTR Rooftop Tent Brackets (choose XBRS at checkout). Parked, XBRS is rated to 1,500 lb, enough for the tent and the people sleeping in it, and the bed below stays free for gear.
- Kayaks, paddleboards and surfboards: lay them on the bars and strap them down, so they ride above the bed and your tonneau cover. Boats longer than the bed hang past the tailgate; to carry them over the cab, upgrade to a cab-height XTR1 (see below).
- Bikes, skis and fishing rods: bolt your carrier into the T-slots with 5/16-18 drop-in T-nuts. No drilling.
- Recovery and trail gear: carry a shovel, axe or traction boards on XTR Quick Fist Riser Mounts and a Hi-Lift jack on XTR Hi-Lift Jack Mounts.
- Lights and antennas: bolt light pods, a light bar or an antenna mount into the T-slots, and run the wiring along the bars with T-Slot Zip Clips.
- Jobsite loads: ladders, lumber, pipe and conduit ride on the bars while tools stay in the bed, under your tonneau cover if you run one. Flag anything that hangs past the tailgate.
Built from the same parts as our bed racks
- 6061-T6 aluminum T-slot extrusion with a black powder coat
- CNC-machined corner brackets, the same ones used on XTR1 and XTR3 racks
- Full-length T-slots for lights, recovery boards, antennas, bike mounts and MOLLE panels
- Two heights: 6" (6H) and 8" (8H)
- Made in the USA: designed and built by Xtrusion Overland in Wichita, Kansas
Choose your mount
- Universal Mount: fits under most tonneau covers. The brackets give 3.3" of clearance into the bed rail. Some tri-fold covers, and covers that reach farther into the bed rail, won't open fully.
- Retrax XR Bedcover Mount: made for trucks with a Retrax XR cover. Want both? Shop Retrax XR covers.
Not included: MOLLE plates and top braces. Add top braces.
Accessories that fit XBRS: XTR Quick Fist Riser Mounts, XTR Grab Handle Kit and T-Slot Zip Clips. All mount in the XBRS T-slots.
Upgrade to a full bed rack
XBRS grows in two steps: XBRS to XTR1, then XTR1 to XTR3 whenever you're ready. Every part is sold on its own, so you only buy what each step needs. Open a step to see the parts.
Step 1: XBRS to XTR1
- The XTR1 Alternate Height Kit for your Silverado/Sierra 1500. Choose the "XTR1 Alternate Height Kit" option, your rack height (10" to 26"), and Wide Width if your XBRS has the Universal Mount or Retrax if it has the Retrax XR mount.
- Two XTR1 Side/Top Brace Sets: 61"L for a short bed (5'8") or 71"L for a regular bed (6'6"). Have an 8' long bed? Contact customer service first.
- Four XTR Off-Road Reinforcement Plates. Choose Quantity 4 and the 20° plates (20D Black); the 9° plates are only for the Gladiator.
The kit replaces all of your XBRS bars and raises the rack from 6" or 8" to any height from 10" to 26". Your corner brackets and bed rail brackets stay on the truck. XBRS bar lengths vary, so we don't offer a part that reuses the old bars.
Step 2: XTR1 to XTR3
An XTR3 adds a third crossbar and a third upright on each side.
- The XTR1 to XTR3 Conversion for your Silverado/Sierra 1500: on the same kit page, choose the "XTR1 to XTR3 Conversion" option with the same bracket type and rack height as your XTR1. It includes 1 crossbar, 2 uprights, 2 corner brackets and the bed rail hardware.
- Side/top braces: the conversion doesn't include them. Cut and tap your XTR1 braces to fit (the kit page explains how), or order XTR3 Side/Top Brace Sets in the same length as your XTR1 braces.
- Four more XTR Off-Road Reinforcement Plates, since an XTR3 uses eight. Choose Quantity 4 and 20°.
Questions, or want to go straight from XBRS to XTR3? Contact customer service at (316)-330-0024 or support@xtrusion-overland.com and we'll put the parts together for you. XBRS isn't made in 13°, so it can't convert to a 13° Soft Topper rack.
FAQ
What are the bars on a truck bed called?
Bed bars, truck bed cross bars or crossbars. They span the bed from rail to rail and give you a mounting surface above the bed. XBRS is our low-profile version.
What is a crossbar on a truck?
A bar that runs side to side across the truck. On a truck bed it mounts to the bed rails, so you can strap down cargo or bolt on accessories without filling the bed.
Are truck bed cross bars worth it?
They are if you want to carry gear above the bed and keep a tonneau cover or a low profile. XBRS starts at $582 and can be upgraded to a full XTR1 bed rack later. Full XTR1 racks start around $1,500.
What is the best cargo bar for a truck bed?
It depends on the job. Ratcheting cargo bars brace loads inside the bed. Crossbars like XBRS bolt on top of the rails, so you can mount accessories and carry long items above the bed.
Should I get bed bars or a full bed rack?
Bed bars if you want a low profile, a tonneau cover and a lower price. A full bed rack if you need to carry loads over the cab, mount MOLLE panels on the sides or add an awning. With XBRS you can start with bars and upgrade to an XTR1 later.
Will XBRS work with my tonneau cover?
With most covers, yes. The Universal Mount gives 3.3" of clearance into the bed rail. Some tri-fold covers, and covers that reach farther into the rail, won't open fully. Have a Retrax XR? Choose the Retrax XR Bedcover Mount.
Should I choose 6H or 8H?
XBRS comes 6" tall (6H) or 8" tall (8H). Choose 6H for the lowest profile, or 8H for more room under the bars. A full XTR1 bed rack runs 10" to 26".
Can I turn XBRS into a full bed rack later?
Yes. Add the XTR1 Alternate Height Kit for your truck, two XTR1 Side/Top Brace Sets and four 20° XTR Off-Road Reinforcement Plates. The kit replaces all of the XBRS bars, taking you from 6" or 8" tall to anywhere from 10" to 26" tall; your corner and bed rail brackets stay on. XBRS bar lengths vary, so we don't offer a part that reuses the old bars. To go on to an XTR3, add the XTR1 to XTR3 Conversion option of the same kit, XTR3 Side/Top Brace Sets (or cut down your XTR1 braces) and four more plates. XBRS isn't made in 13°, so it can't convert to a 13° Soft Topper rack.
Will it fit my truck?
This listing fits 1999–2007, 2007.5–2013, 2014–2018 and 2019+ Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500. Pick your year range. Have a 2019 Silverado LD or Sierra 1500 Limited (the older body style)? Choose 2014–2018.
What accessories fit XBRS?
Quick Fist riser mounts for tools, the XTR Grab Handle Kit and T-Slot Zip Clips for wiring. They all mount in the XBRS T-slots, no drilling into the bars.
How much weight can XBRS carry?
Up to 1,500 lb static (parked), 800 lb on-road and 400 lb off-road.
Can I put a rooftop tent on XBRS?
Yes. Mount it with the XTR Rooftop Tent Brackets and choose XBRS at checkout. XBRS is rated to 1,500 lb parked, enough for the tent and the people sleeping in it. On the road, keep everything on the bars, tent included, under 800 lb, or 400 lb off-road.
Do I have to drill to install XBRS?
No. XBRS is a no-drill install.
Questions? Email support@xtrusion-overland.com or call (316)-330-0024 and we'll help you spec your setup.
Made in the USA by Xtrusion Overland in Wichita, Kansas.
XBRS is a product of Xtrusion Overland. Original listing: xtrusion-overland.com
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