Toyota Prado GEN4 Swing Carrier | ADR-Compliant Touring Setup

Toyota Prado GEN4 Swing Carrier – ADR-Compliant Touring Setup

Setting Up the Prado for Touring

The Toyota Prado has long been a go-to for Australian families and off-road enthusiasts alike. Known for its reliability, comfort, and capability, it’s the perfect platform for serious touring setups.

This particular build features our GEN4 Swinging Spare Wheel Carrier, paired with our Cargo Attachment Bracket and 20L Fuel/Water Holder — providing secure storage and easy access for long-distance travel without compromising towing performance.

Towing & Down Ball Load Ratings

When upgrading the rear of your vehicle with additional accessories, understanding tow and down ball loads is critical for safety and compliance.

• Toyota Prado factory tow rating: 3,000 kg

• Factory down ball limit: 300 kg (typically 10% of towing capacity)

With a full touring setup including the Mirack GEN4 Swing Carrier, cargo bracket, and a 20L jerry can, you’re adding approximately 70–80 kg of rear-mounted load.

This means your effective down ball limit becomes 220–230 kg, ensuring you remain safely within the manufacturer’s recommended limits.

⚙️ Example:
300 kg (factory limit) – 80 kg (carrier + load) = 220 kg usable towing load

That means, while towing up to 2,200–2,300 kg, you’ll still remain within safe and compliant parameters for long-distance travel.

ADR Compliance & Safety

Every Mirack GEN4 system is ADR compliant, engineered and tested in-house to meet Australian standards for towing and structural integrity.

The carrier’s hitch-mounted design ensures no permanent chassis modifications are required, and all load paths remain aligned with factory tow points. The swing-arm mechanism features heavy-duty pivot bushes, a stainless locking system, and a secondary safety pin for total peace of mind.

Fitment & Compatibility

This system suits Toyota Prado 150 Series (2009–2023) and is compatible with most factory and aftermarket towbars.

The Cargo Attachment Bracket provides modular mounting options — whether you’re carrying jerry cans, recovery gear, or toolboxes — all within safe loading specifications. The 20L fuel/water holder integrates seamlessly with the swing-arm, providing a balanced and functional touring setup.

Vehicle Weight & Payload Considerations

When adding accessories, always review your vehicle’s GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass) and GCM (Gross Combined Mass) figures.

Adding 80 kg to the rear reduces available payload accordingly. For touring builds, we recommend weighing your fully loaded vehicle to confirm you’re within limits — ensuring safety, insurance compliance, and optimal handling.

Australian Made. Built Better.

Like all Mirack Products, the GEN4 Swing Carrier is Australian made, designed, welded, and powdercoated locally in Western Australia.

We’re proud to be an officially Australian Owned Certified Business (AO #05944), supporting local jobs and ensuring every component is built for Australian conditions.

Final Thoughts

This Prado setup is the perfect example of form and function — combining ADR compliance, towing safety, and modular touring capability in one.

If you’re looking to upgrade your Prado for long-distance touring or towing, the Mirack GEN4 Swing Carrier with Cargo Attachment Bracket and 20L fuel/water holder is one of the safest, most durable options available.

👉 Explore the GEN4 Range or contact us to discuss a setup for your Prado.