Ground-Level Ladder Loading for 2 Ladders on Truck Racks
Contractors use work truck racks to maximize cargo capacity, increase job site efficiency, and enhance safety by securely transporting long, bulky items like ladders and lumber above the truck bed. These racks keep the truck bed organized for smaller tools, but are are high above the head of the worker making it tough to reach ladders stored on top.
The Harrier Drop Down Ladder Rack for work truck racks is a hydraulically assisted ladder lowering system designed to provide safe, ergonomic, ground-level ladder access from the rear of your work or fleet truck.
Built to carry two ladders, The commercial Harrier drop down ladder rack slides off the rear and lowers your load to a comfortable working height, eliminating overhead lifting and reducing strain on your shoulders and back. When it’s time to upgrade your work truck, the system can be removed and transferred to your next truck, service body, or van — protecting your investment and maximizing long-term value.
Safer, Easier Ladder Loading
Vertical Ground-Level Access
With The Harrier Drop Down Ladder Rack, you simply stand the ladder upright and lean it into the rack for loading.
There’s no need to lift ladders over your head or struggle to reach the top of your work truck.
This vertical loading method helps:
Hydraulically Assisted Rear Slide System
Smooth Operation in Under 30 Seconds
The Harrier’s gas-strut-assisted system makes raising and lowering your ladders controlled and effortless.
- Hydraulically assisted lowering and lifting
- Full ascent or descent in under 30 seconds
- Sliding rear chassis locks securely in transport position
- Designed for commercial contractor use and daily operation
This is a professional-grade ladder rack system built for real-world jobsite demands with work and fleet trucks.
Truck Rack Fitment
The Harrier can be installed on most work truck racks with the supplied hardware that bolt around the cross bars into the bottom of the Harrier's chassis.
Installation Considerations
Strength and Load Distribution of Your Work Truck Rack
It is the customer’s responsibility to confirm that their truck rack is structurally capable of supporting the Harrier Drop Down Ladder Rack.
For best results, we recommend:
- Reinforcing the roof structure if needed
- Adding backing material to distribute the load
- Mounting the rack feet near the roof corners for increased rigidity
Different vehicles might be shown in the photos, but the Harrier Drop Down Ladder Rack itself is the same proven system, designed to fit a wide range of commercial and fleet vehicles.
F.A.Q.
How much does The Harrier weigh and what is the weight capacity?
The Harrier Ladder Rack weighs 80slbs. Total weight capacity is 132 lbs.
Will this rack fit both extension or step ladders and mount on a work truck rack?
Yes. The Harrier Ladder Rack is versatile, accommodating extension ladders (up to 40ft.) and step ladders.
