Why it's important to select the correct vehicle and tyre size
Vehicle
There are a surprising number of vehicles that cannot use traditional snowchains, the types that put chain on the inside of the wheel as well as on the tread. This is usually because there is not enough space between the wheels and the shock absorbers; this can be a problem for ordinary SUVs and 4x4s as well as for high performance cars.
You will find this important information in your car handbook - please check this before using your snowchains! Our database is intended to do the basic work for you but, with so many new vehicles and tyre sizes, it should only ever be treated as a guide.
Tyre size
Please also check your tyre size - if you buy incorrectly-sized chains they will be either too tight or too loose.
Ladder track chains
The good news is that car handbooks usually only refer to "traditional snowchains". Ladder track chains such as the Polaire GRIP and Spikes-Spider range only put chain over the tyre tread, so are not subject to these restrictions. They are also ideal for use on rear wheel drives where there is minimal space between the top of the wheel and the wheel arch.
It's really important to select the correct vehicle, paying attention to the year of the manufacture
Homepage > Calix URBAN LOADER roof box, matt black, no. 1-UL-MB
Calix URBAN LOADER roof box, matt black, no. 1-UL-MB
Overview:
The Urban Loader gives you a massive 500 litres of extra loading capacity. The lid raises to give you a maximum height of 51cm, making it ideal for bulky items that won't fit in a standard roof box.
It is short enough to look good on even smaller cars. It folds to only 26cm in it's compact position. This makes it ideal if you want to leave it on the car all year round, especially if storage is an issue.
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The Urban Loader gives you a massive 500 litres of extra loading capacity. The lid raises to give you a maximum height of 51cm, making it ideal for bulky items that won't fit in a standard roof box.
It is short enough to look good on even smaller cars. It folds to only 26cm in it's compact position. This makes it ideal if you want to leave it on the car all year round, especially if storage is an issue.
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Calix Urban Loader – expanding cars
The Urban Loader is a new, innovative ‘roof box’ that gives you a massive amount of extra space for your gear. It compliments your lifestyle without you having to invest in a larger car.
Maybe you need to carry particularly bulky items that won’t fit in a normal roof box; bulky pushchairs, cases or sports gear for example? At 51cm high the Urban Loader is significantly deeper than other roof boxes. It is an optimum shape for load carrying, allowing you to carry as much as possible. The loading capacity is a massive 500 litres, this is bigger than the boots of many larger saloon and hatchback cars.
It is only 26cm high in the compact position so you can use the Urban Loader as a permanent part of your car, in all weather, all year round, with very little effect on fuel consumption. Strong spring struts make it easy to raise and lower the Urban Loader.
Other Features: -
In the expanded position it is 140cm long, 89cm wide, 51cm high
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In the compact position it is only 26cm high
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Zips shut and includes two padlocks for security
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Supplied with fittings that work with both square bars (up to 62mm wide) and also T-track aluminium bars
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Comes in a matt black finish
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The hard cover is made of durable ABS plastic with weather resistant fabric
- Air pressure release vents to ensure easy opening and closing
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Weight: 15kg
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Max load: 50kg
The Urban Loader, with its patented solutions, design and construction, is made in Sweden. It is fully tested, approved and certified by TÜV (Germany's leading certifying institute). In addition to the TÜV tests, the product has undertaken the City Crash Test at the SP Technical Research Institute of Sweden and several internal tests with focus on safety, usability and durability. 
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View Specs Sheet PDF
Technical Specifications at a glance:
External dimensions: 889mm wide, 1408mm long, 515mm or 260mm high
Internal dimensions: TBA
Volume: up to 500 litres
Weight: 15kg
Max load capacity: 50kg
Opens from: both sides
Opens how wide:
Fits bars up to: 62mm wide x 28mm deep
Fits T-track aluminium bars: yes, T-track fittings included
Distance between roof bar fittings: 465 – 740mm (square bars), 395 - 810mm (T-track aluminium bars)
Colour: matt black
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Delivery charges and arrangements:
We charge a contribution towards delivery costs, depending on what you order, where you live, and how quickly you want the goods.
These are our standard charges; there are usually surcharges for all offshore destinations and some remote postcodes - for details please see our delivery information page.
Delivery of this item
| This item |
| Express Delivery |
£ 19.50 |
1 to 2 working days |
| Standard Delivery |
£ 14.50 |
3 to 4 working days |
Delivery of other items
| Small items & Spare parts |
| Express delivery |
£ 6.95 |
1 to 2 working days |
| Standard delivery |
£ 4.95 |
3 to 4 working days |
| Standard sized items (Roof bars, bike carriers and most other items) |
| Express Delivery |
£ 9.50 |
1 to 2 working days |
| Standard Delivery |
£ 6.50 |
3 to 4 working days |
| Dropracks and Roof tents |
| Express Delivery |
£ 19.50 |
2 working days |
Delivery times
Delivery times are calculated in working days (Monday to Friday, excluding Bank holidays).
Cut-off times for Express Delivery orders
Express Delivery orders placed before before the cut-off times shown below will usually be desptached on the date of order. Express Delivery orders placed after these cut-off times will be despatched the next working day.
| Small and Standard Sized Items |
Order by 4pm for same day despatch |
| Roof Boxes, Dropracks and Roof Tents |
Order by 1pm for same day despatch |
Delivery FAQs
When will my order arrive?
There are no deliveries on Saturdays, Sundays or Bank Holidays, except for postable items where Royal Mail has a Saturday delivery. Express Delivery orders placed on a Friday (before 1pm) should be delivered on the Monday or Tuesday, Express Delivery orders placed on a Saturday or Sunday should be delivered on the Tuesday or Wednesday. The arrangements for Very Heavy Items are different and are shown above.
What about Next Working Day delivery?
Most Express delivery orders will arrive on the next working day, if the order is placed before the cut-off time (see above). Some will arrive on the second working day if there has been a "split-delivery". So-called “split deliveries” happen when the couriers do not have enough trailer space for everything that should be moved around the UK, so they will load what they can and leave the rest for the next trailer.
Is my delivery day guaranteed?
No retailer or courier company can ever "guarantee" a Next Working Day delivery. As well as split deliveries, all courier companies occasionally have the same transport problems as can happen to everyone else, including snow blocked roads, closed roads, traffic jams, mechanical breakdown, an inability to find the delivery address, or to gain access to it if, for example, it's in a block of flats. We work with some of the best couriers in the business, and overall they provide an outstanding service.
Do I need to be at home?
We are very flexible with our deliveries and will aim to deliver to an address which suits you – this does not need to be your home address. Goods can usually be left without signature - we prefer this with roof boxes. There's a "Special Delivery Instructions" box in the checkout area where we'll ask you to choose a typical instruction and then amend it to suit your particular requirements.
Payment options:
We take the following cards, and also PayPal. Please note that the entry on your card statement will be from "The Roof Box Company".
Secure payments
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