Safety Information for the Use of Roof Boxes and Mounting Systems
General Safety Information
The following safety information is an integral part of the product use and applies to all PAXSON roof boxes, mounts, and accessory products.
All safety information must be read in full and followed before assembly and use.
Attention: PAXSON & CO Offroad and Camping Boxes are considered cargo and must be secured accordingly.
Personal responsibility: Every user is responsible for properly securing their cargo. Please ensure that the boxes are correctly and securely attached to the roof rack or roof platform before starting your journey.
Intended Use
PAXSON roof boxes and mounting systems are intended for transporting equipment on roof platforms or crossbar systems.
The products were primarily developed for offroad, expedition, and outdoor applications.
Use in Public Road Traffic
Use on public roads is only permitted if:
• assembly is carried out fully in accordance with the assembly instructions
• all fasteners are properly tightened
• additional mechanical securing is used
• the maximum roof load of the vehicle is observed
• the permissible load capacity of the rack system is observed
Mandatory Additional Securing
For operation in road traffic, the roof box must also be secured with a mechanical securing device.
The additional securing device must:
• have a minimum breaking load of 500 kg
• be connected to the vehicle or roof platform
• function independently of the mounting system
Speed Limit
When used in road traffic, a speed of:
👉 maximum 120 km/h
must not be exceeded.
During offroad operation, speed and driving style must be adapted to the terrain conditions.
Pre-trip Inspection
Before every journey, the following points must be checked:
• All screws are securely tightened
• Mounts are undamaged
• Additional securing device is functional
• Load is correctly distributed
Liability Notice
The driver is responsible for properly securing the transported cargo.
Use contrary to these safety instructions may result in serious property damage or personal injury.
Disclaimer: PAXSON & CO accepts no liability for damage caused by improper use or insufficient cargo securing.
Version Notice
This document is considered part of the product documentation.
Version: 1.2
Date: Feb. 2026