{"product_id":"leitner-active-cargo-system-forged-ford","title":"Leitner Active Cargo System - FORGED - Ford","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview – Leitner ACS FORGED for Ford\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eACS FORGED for Ford\u003c\/strong\u003e is the latest evolution of Leitner’s modular cargo rack system, purpose‑built for Ford truck owners who demand strength, adaptability, and a factory‑grade fit. Forged aluminum construction delivers exceptional rigidity while keeping weight manageable, making it equally at home on rugged trails or daily work duty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Leitner_ACS_FORGED_Ford_forged_aluminum\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eForged aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — engineered for maximum strength‑to‑weight balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Leitner_ACS_FORGED_Ford_load_capacity\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eDynamic load ratings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — supports 400 lbs off‑road, 800 lbs on‑road, and 1,400 lbs static.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Leitner_ACS_FORGED_Ford_modular_platform\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eModular platform\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — accommodates gear pods, rooftop tents, recovery boards, and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Leitner_ACS_FORGED_Ford_quad_rail\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eQuad‑rail system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — ensures even weight distribution and flexible accessory mounting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Leitner_ACS_FORGED_Ford_powder_coat\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eCorrosion resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — dual‑stage powder‑coated steel brackets protect against the elements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Leitner_ACS_FORGED_Ford_accessories\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eAccessory compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — integrates seamlessly with Leitner’s ecosystem and major brands like Thule, Yakima, and Rhino‑Rack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Leitner_ACS_FORGED_Ford_noise_control\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eNoise control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — rubber diffusers and load pads reduce vibration and protect cargo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/8623\/8664\/files\/30_5341218b-e0fe-4982-98fe-6eb99728a910.webp?v=1779300131\" alt=\"Leitner Active Cargo System - FORGED - Ford Reviews\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFord Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eACS FORGED system\u003c\/strong\u003e is available for multiple Ford truck configurations, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eF‑150 (2015–2025)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 5.5’, 6.5’, and 8’ beds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eF‑250 \/ F‑350 Super Duty (2017–2025)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 6.75’ and 8’ beds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRanger (2019–2025)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 5’ and 6’ beds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Certain late‑model Super Duty trucks may require an additional rear support bracket for optimal fitment.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Leitner_ACS_FORGED_Ford_overlanding\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eOverlanding builds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with rooftop tents, gear pods, and recovery boards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Leitner_ACS_FORGED_Ford_work_trucks\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eWork trucks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e needing modular storage for tools, ladders, and equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Leitner_ACS_FORGED_Ford_weekend_use\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eWeekend explorers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e who want quick adaptability between cargo hauling and camping setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy It Stands Out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike fixed racks, the \u003cstrong\u003eACS FORGED for Ford\u003c\/strong\u003e offers true modularity — mounts and accessories can be added, repositioned, or removed without tools. Its forged aluminum frame provides torsional rigidity, ensuring stability even under uneven loads or rugged terrain. This blend of strength, flexibility, and compatibility makes it the go‑to rack for Ford owners who demand performance both on and off the road.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"1380\" height=\"776\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0m4dcX-dSQI\" title=\"Leitner Designs ACS FORGED Full Installation\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications – Leitner ACS FORGED Ford\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"Scrollable table\" role=\"group\" style=\"text-align: start;\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForged aluminum alloy + dual‑stage powder‑coated steel brackets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoad Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 lbs off‑road \/ 800 lbs on‑road \/ 1,400 lbs static\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~85 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight Above Bed Caps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~23 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuad‑rail load beam with multiple accessory points\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessory Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeitner Gear Pods, rooftop tents, recovery boards, water tanks, plus Thule\/Yakima\/Rhino‑Rack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise\/Vibration Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRubber wind diffuser + load pads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual‑stage powder coat for corrosion resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrade 10.9 Zi‑Ni coated hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngineered and manufactured in Corona, California, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eU.S. Patent No. 9586629\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/8623\/8664\/files\/28_ff463285-24a9-489a-9a0b-287a75e4af10.webp?v=1779300131\" alt=\"Overland Junction Leitner Active Cargo System - FORGED - Ford\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What Ford models does the ACS FORGED fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s available for F‑150 (2015–2025), F‑250\/F‑350 Super Duty (2017–2025), and Ranger (2019–2025).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How much weight can the rack support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400 lbs dynamic off‑road, 800 lbs dynamic on‑road, and 1,400 lbs static when parked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I mount a rooftop tent?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the system is designed to handle rooftop tents and other heavy accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it compatible with non‑Leitner accessories?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely. It works with Thule, Yakima, Rhino‑Rack, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does installation require drilling?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No drilling is required for most Ford models. Some late‑model Super Duty trucks may need an additional rear support bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does it handle noise and vibration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rubber wind diffusers and load pads minimize vibration, protect cargo, and keep noise levels low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Where is it manufactured?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every ACS FORGED rack is engineered and built in Corona, California, USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Leitner Design","offers":[{"title":"Maverick | 2023+ | 4-6ft. 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