Leitner Designs Active Cargo System - FORGED - Toyota

The Leitner Designs Forged ACS is the most refined version of the original Active Cargo System—now stronger, sleeker, and more modular than ever. Built from military-grade aluminum and stainless hardware, this bed rack system is engineered for real-world use across harsh environments. Whether you’re running a rooftop tent, recovery gear, or daily tools, the Forged ACS gives you unmatched strength with industry-leading features like sliding load bars, integrated locking GearPOD storage, and an optional pull-out MOLLE panel.

This rack is more than just a way to carry gear—it’s a fully integrated cargo solution for truck owners who want to travel farther and carry smarter. With updated styling and more robust hardware, the Forged series represents the next generation of American-made overlanding systems.

Why We Love This:

We’ve run Leitner’s Active Cargo Systems on several trucks over the years, and the Forged is by far the most dialed-in version to date. It’s quieter, stronger, and just looks better than the original. We love the way the sliding crossbars let us reposition our gear depending on the trip—tent one day, lumber the next. The forged hardware and thicker tubing give the system an OEM-quality feel, and the integration with GearPODs, MAXTRAX brackets, and other accessories makes it easy to build a setup that actually works in the field. It’s what we’d run on any overland build without hesitation.

Features & Benefits:

• Forged Aluminum Construction: Upgraded design with stronger materials and refined styling for long-term durability.

• Modular & Expandable: Compatible with Leitner’s full ecosystem of accessories—GearPOD, GearPOD XL, MAXTRAX mounts, and more.

• Sliding Crossbars: Position your load exactly where you need it without removing the rack or drilling.

• Integrated Cab Mounting: Bed rail mounting clamps or T-slot hardware ensure secure attachment with no drilling required.

• Accessory Panels: Accepts MOLLE panels and tie-down points for tools, traction boards, and gear.

• Secure Storage: Optional locking

The ACS FORGED is the Next-generation Active Cargo System from Leitner Designs. The ACS FORGED features extreme load carrying capability thanks to its single piece aluminum alloy uprights and custom 10.9 Alloy steel fasteners.

Sliding load bar - Allows you to load large items such as motorcycles and mounted bikes with a twist of a knob - U.S. Patent 9586629

Optional integrated Gear Pods - Give you locking, water-resistant storage within easy reach. The pods follow the vehicle body lines that keeps wind noise down and gives the system a factory race look! Gear Pod - U.S. Patent 10259508

Custom Black fasteners – The grade 10.9 fasteners are especially designed and manufactured just for the ACS FORGED. The Black Zi-Ni coating is the toughest on the market and each bolt is precoated with Loctite to prevent loosening under extreme vibration.

FORGED Active Cargo System
85 lbs. light

23” Tall when measured from top of bed caps

Aluminum alloy construction

Grade 10.9 black Zi-NI coated fasteners

Heavy Duty 2.0” square load bars

Rubber wind diffuser/ load pad to keep your cargo from shifting

Quad-rail load beam design for endless mounting options

Fits many Thule, Rhino-rack and Yakima accessories

Dual-stage powder coated Steel brackets

Fully upgradable with an ever-growing line of accessories.

Off-Road Dynamic Weight Capacity | 400

On-Road Dynamic Weight Capacity | 800

Parked Static Weight Capacity | 1400

Compatible with DECKED storage system

Designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA

U.S. Patent 9586629

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