WeatherGuard 2261-3-01 EZGLIDE2 Drop-Down Compact Van Ladder Rack
Description
The WeatherGuard 2261-3-01 EZGLIDE2 Drop-Down Van Ladder Rack offers a safe and effortless solution for loading and unloading ladders from your compact van. Featuring a lightweight design and single-side drop-down mechanism, it reduces effort, minimizes worker fatigue, and enhances safety, making it one of the most efficient ladder rack systems available.

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TL:DR
- Get ladders off your van on the job faster and reduce worker fatigue and injuries
- Fits 20ft to 40ft Extension, 6ft to 10ft Step and 3ft to 8ft Podium ladders
- Drop-down can mount on driver or passenger side
- Designed for Ford Transit Connect, RAM ProMaster City, Nissan NV200, Chevy City Express, and RAM CV vans
- Use with Model 2085-0-01 Mounting Channel Kit (sold separately) for Ford Transit Connect, Nissan NV200, Chevrolet City Express, and RAM ProMaster City
- Smooth roller design with dual hydraulic dampers reduces effort to raise and lower ladders
- Interlocking ladder supports ensure ladders stay in place when stowed
- The EZGLIDE2 drop-down roof rack can support up to 40-foot ladders, but your van might not. Check roof load rating and cross-member spacing to safely transport long ladders.
- Lightweight aluminum construction maximizes roof carrying capacity
- Includes clamps to keep telescopic handle out of the way
- Brite White ARMOR TUF Powder Coat finish ensures years of dependability
Description
The WeatherGuard 2261-3-01 EZGLIDE2 Drop-Down Van Roof Rack is the ultimate solution for safely and effortlessly loading and unloading ladders from compact vans. Engineered to be the easiest, lightest, and safest drop-down ladder rack system available, it features a single-side drop-down mechanism that can be mounted on either the driver or passenger side. For added versatility, it can be converted into a dual drop-down system with an additional kit, accommodating extension ladders from 20 to 40 feet, step ladders from 6 to 10 feet, and podium ladders from 3 to 8 feet. Designed for use with the WeatherGuard Mounting Channel Kit (sold separately), this system is compatible with Ford Transit Connect, RAM ProMaster City, Nissan NV200, Chevy City Express, and RAM CV vans.
With a smooth roller design and dual hydraulic dampers, the EZGLIDE2 minimizes effort when raising and lowering ladders, reducing worker fatigue and the risk of injury. Interlocking ladder supports keep ladders securely in place during transport, while integrated clamps ensure the telescopic handle remains out of the way. Constructed from lightweight aluminum, it maximizes roof carrying capacity without adding unnecessary weight. The Brite White ARMOR TUF Powder Coat finish guarantees long-lasting durability, making this an essential investment for professionals who need a reliable, efficient, and safe ladder transport solution.
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