
The Story
Introducing theĀ Sherpa Antero Roof Rack for 4Runner (1996-2002). An all-new design for the rack that started it all. This battle-tested half-length aluminum roof rack, for the 1996-2002 3rd Gen 4Runner, has been proven to get your gear to some of the most remote places in the country. Explore more and worry less with Sherpas industry-leading ¼ā thick aircraft-grade aluminum side panels and stainless steel hardware. Secure your gear by bolting into one of the 5 extrusion crossbars or by strapping it directly to the side plates. This rack is ādrill-freeā and requires zero modification to your vehicle.
8 track nuts are required for install.Ā If your tracks are missing anchor plates, you can purchase themĀ here.
*Measured at the Center of the Roof
This rack comes standard with a black textured powder coat finish, black anodized crossbars, and black oxide stainless steel hardware.
Features
- Half-Length Design: Compact, battle-tested rack built for the 1996ā2002 Toyota 4Runner (3rd Gen), perfect for smaller setups without sacrificing strength or versatility.
- Proven Durability: A modern redesign of Sherpaās original rackātrusted to carry gear through the toughest terrain and most remote destinations.
- Premium Construction: Made from ¼ā thick aircraft-grade aluminum side panels with stainless steel hardware for exceptional strength and corrosion resistance.
- Lightweight & Strong: Weighs approximately 35 lbs while maintaining impressive rigidity and load-carrying capacity.
- High Load Capacity: Rated for 200 lbs dynamic and 500 lbs static loadāideal for roof boxes, lighting, recovery gear, or compact camping setups.
- No-Drill Installation: Mounts directly to factory roof tracks with zero cutting or vehicle modification required.
- Secure Mounting Options: Equipped with five 43ā aluminum extrusion crossbarsāperfect for bolting or strapping down cargo and accessories.
- Track Nut Requirement: Requires 8 track nuts (anchor plates) for installation; available separately if missing from factory roof tracks.
- Premium Finish: Comes standard with a black textured powder coat, black anodized crossbars, and black oxide stainless hardware for a sleek, weather-resistant finish.
- Rack Dimensions: 63.5ā L x 43.5ā W x 2ā H (*measured at the center of the roof).
- Adventure-Ready Performance: Built to handle demanding off-road conditions while keeping gear secure and accessible.
- Lifetime Warranty: Backed by Sherpaās lifetime warranty for dependable performance and long-term confidence.
Includes
- (2) Sideplates
- (5) Crossbars
- (4) Mounting Brackets
- All required hardware for assembly (does not include roof track anchor plates)
Fitment
- Make: Toyota
- Model: 4Runner
- Year: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
Introducing theĀ Sherpa Antero Roof Rack for 4Runner (1996-2002). An all-new design for the rack that started it all. This battle-tested half-length aluminum roof rack, for the 1996-2002 3rd Gen 4Runner, has been proven to get your gear to some of the most remote places in the country. Explore more and worry less with Sherpas industry-leading ¼ā thick aircraft-grade aluminum side panels and stainless steel hardware. Secure your gear by bolting into one of the 5 extrusion crossbars or by strapping it directly to the side plates. This rack is ādrill-freeā and requires zero modification to your vehicle.
8 track nuts are required for install.Ā If your tracks are missing anchor plates, you can purchase themĀ here.
*Measured at the Center of the Roof
This rack comes standard with a black textured powder coat finish, black anodized crossbars, and black oxide stainless steel hardware.
Features
- Half-Length Design: Compact, battle-tested rack built for the 1996ā2002 Toyota 4Runner (3rd Gen), perfect for smaller setups without sacrificing strength or versatility.
- Proven Durability: A modern redesign of Sherpaās original rackātrusted to carry gear through the toughest terrain and most remote destinations.
- Premium Construction: Made from ¼ā thick aircraft-grade aluminum side panels with stainless steel hardware for exceptional strength and corrosion resistance.
- Lightweight & Strong: Weighs approximately 35 lbs while maintaining impressive rigidity and load-carrying capacity.
- High Load Capacity: Rated for 200 lbs dynamic and 500 lbs static loadāideal for roof boxes, lighting, recovery gear, or compact camping setups.
- No-Drill Installation: Mounts directly to factory roof tracks with zero cutting or vehicle modification required.
- Secure Mounting Options: Equipped with five 43ā aluminum extrusion crossbarsāperfect for bolting or strapping down cargo and accessories.
- Track Nut Requirement: Requires 8 track nuts (anchor plates) for installation; available separately if missing from factory roof tracks.
- Premium Finish: Comes standard with a black textured powder coat, black anodized crossbars, and black oxide stainless hardware for a sleek, weather-resistant finish.
- Rack Dimensions: 63.5ā L x 43.5ā W x 2ā H (*measured at the center of the roof).
- Adventure-Ready Performance: Built to handle demanding off-road conditions while keeping gear secure and accessible.
- Lifetime Warranty: Backed by Sherpaās lifetime warranty for dependable performance and long-term confidence.
Includes
- (2) Sideplates
- (5) Crossbars
- (4) Mounting Brackets
- All required hardware for assembly (does not include roof track anchor plates)
Fitment
- Make: Toyota
- Model: 4Runner
- Year: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002



