HD Series Fiberglass Truck Cap by ARE
Description
The A.R.E. CX HD Series is a reinforced heavy-duty version of the standard CX fiberglass truck cap designed for work, rugged hauling, overlanding, and serious cargo use. It blends the classic A.R.E. CX Series fiberglass shell with a factory-engineered internal aluminum skeleton that significantly boosts strength and capability compared with the base model.
️ What Makes It Different
- Internal Aluminum Skeleton: A built-in aluminum structure reinforces the fiberglass cap, tripling the weight capacity of the roof rack and optional side storage bins compared with a standard CX cap.
- Heavy-Duty Roof Rack Capability: With the internal skeleton and optional HD rack, the CX HD can support over 500 lb on the roof, making it great for rooftop tents, gear boxes, or long gear mounts.
- Optional Side Storage Boxes: You can add diamond-plate storage bins with ~200 lb capacity on each side for organized tool storage and job-site access.
- Fiberglass with Paint-Matched Finish: Like other A.R.E. fiberglass caps, the CX HD comes painted to match your truck’s factory color or with an optional extra-tough textured exterior finish.
Standard & Optional Features
- Fiberglass Polyester Resin Laminate Shell typical of A.R.E. CX caps with a front picture window and screened slider windows.
- Heavy-Duty Rear Door Options with composite or aluminum panels and commercial-grade folding T-handles.
- Roof Rack Integration: The HD-specific roof rack ties into the internal skeleton for high load performance.
- Optional Accessories: Side storage bins, toolboxes, keyless entry systems, walk-in doors, LED lighting, and more for customization.
The CX HD Series is ideal if you need strength and utility beyond a standard recreational cap without moving to a full commercial aluminum body. It’s a great fit for:
- Contractors & tradespeople hauling tools and gear
- Overlanders & outdoor enthusiasts seeking roof rack load capacity
- Truck owners with heavy rooftop accessories or large gear loads
- People who want painted finishes with commercial-grade capability
The A.R.E. CX HD Series elevates the classic CX fiberglass truck cap into a work-ready, heavy-duty system that supports much higher rooftop loads, stronger storage options, and customizable configurations — combining rugged utility with clean styling and custom finishes.
