Thule · Updated October 2026
Thule Force 3 XL: price & specs
Thule Force 3 XL. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: thule.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Thule Force 3 XL is listed at $929.95 on thule.com as of 2026-10-01, #6 cheapest of 7 rooftop cargo boxes (median $848.95); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 29/100 pay-blind standing, #3 of 7 in class.
Verified Oct 1, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest rooftop cargo boxes: JEGS Rooftop Cargo Carrier — $199.99
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- thule.com$929.95read
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Is the Thule Force 3 XL a good buy?
At $929.95, the Thule Force 3 XL is #6 cheapest of the 7 rooftop cargo boxes we track, where the median is $848.95. On the spec sheet, its capacity cubic of 18 ft is the highest of the 7, its length of 84.8 in is the highest of the 7, and its max load of 165 lb is the highest of the 4.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $929.95 US MSRP $929.95 as listed on Thule's official Force 3 XL product page (thule.com, item 645850); corroborated at the identical $929.95 on Campmor's retail listing. |
|---|---|
| Brand | Thule |
| Released | — |
| Capacity cubic (ft) | 18 |
| Length (in) | 84.8 |
| Width (in) | 34.1 |
| Height (in) | 16.9 |
| Weight (lb) | 49 |
| Max load (lb) | 165 |
| Opening side | dual-side |
| Mounting system | PowerClick |
| Shell material | — |
| Locking type | key-lock |
| Ski length max (cm) | — |
Source: thule.com (read 2026-10-01) · corroborated by campmor.com (read 2026-07-13).
How we checked
The Thule.com official product page (Force 3 XL, item 645850) confirmed the exact model identity and listed the full technical spec table verbatim: Volume 18 cu ft, external dimensions (LxWxH) 84.8 x 34.1 x 16.9 in, Weight 49 lb, Load capacity 165 lb, Mounting system PowerClick, Locking system SlideLock, and DualSide opening — at an MSRP of $929.95. The Campmor retailer page ("Thule Force 3 XL 18cu ft Rooftop Cargo Box") corroborated the exact model and the identical $929.95 price, plus the 18 cu ft volume and the PowerClick/SlideLock/DualSide feature set. shell material (AeroSkin is a surface finish, not a disclosed shell plastic) and ski length max (cm) were not stated on either fetched page, so both are left blank; no release year is published on either page.
Is the Thule Force 3 XL worth it vs cheaper rooftop cargo boxes?
Thule Force 3 XL against its closest cheaper and pricier rooftop cargo boxes on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 7 ranked
| Product | Price | Capacity cubic (ft) | Length (in) | Width (in) | Height (in) | Weight (lb) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule Force 3 XL this | $929.95 | 18 | 84.8 | 34.1 | 16.9 | 49 |
| INNO Wedge 660 | $849.99 | 11 | 80 | 33 | 11 | 42 |
| Thule Motion 3 XL | $1149.95 | 18 | 84.7 | 35 | 17 | 51 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Thule Force 3 XL cost?
The Thule Force 3 XL has a US price of $929.95 (US MSRP $929.95 as listed on Thule's official Force 3 XL product page (thule.com, item 645850); corroborated at the identical $929.95 on Campmor's retail listing.), as of 2026-10-01.
How does the Thule Force 3 XL compare on price?
At $929.95, the Thule Force 3 XL is #6 cheapest of the 7 rooftop cargo boxes we track, where the median is $848.95.
What are the Thule Force 3 XL's key specs?
Thule Force 3 XL (Thule): Capacity cubic (ft) 18, Length (in) 84.8, Width (in) 34.1, Height (in) 16.9, Weight (lb) 49. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-10-01.
Price of record: $929.95 at thule.com, 2026-10-01. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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