I have the Variocage single and agree it's a good fit for the XC40 and very robust. It's a shame that for one reason of another the dog now travels on the back seat instead.We just bought a 2023 XC40. We shopped long and hard for the perfect vehicle that could transport us and our dogs. We compete in Dog Agility events and needed a vehicle that could carry our luggage along with chairs, cooler, table, and other accouterments. Previously, we had an Infiniti QX60, but wanted a smaller vehicle.
Our dog kennel is a substantial Variocage unit. The size is Double medium. It fits perfectly in the XC40.
MIM Safe Variocage Double - Dog Safety Products
MIM Safe Variocage Double Crash Tested Dog Cage - features a movable center divider that is easily adjustable if one of the dogs needs more space...mimvariocage.com
Here are some pictures of the installed kennel and other belongings. The rear seats easily fold down for luggage, or up for passengers. The kennel will have to be removed (4 straps) to service the 48v battery or access the spare tire. Minor inconvenience, but not insurmountable.
Variocage Dog Kennel installation
We just bought a 2023 XC40. We shopped long and hard for the perfect vehicle that could transport us and our dogs. We compete in Dog Agility events and needed a vehicle that could carry our luggage along with chairs, cooler, table, and other accouterments. Previously, we had an Infiniti QX60, but wanted a smaller vehicle.
Our dog kennel is a substantial Variocage unit. The size is Double medium. It fits perfectly in the XC40.
mimvariocage.com
Here are some pictures of the installed kennel and other belongings. The rear seats easily fold down for luggage, or up for passengers. The kennel will have to be removed (4 straps) to service the 48v battery or access the spare tire. Minor inconvenience, but not insurmountable.
Our dog kennel is a substantial Variocage unit. The size is Double medium. It fits perfectly in the XC40.
MIM Safe Variocage Double - Dog Safety Products
MIM Safe Variocage Double Crash Tested Dog Cage - features a movable center divider that is easily adjustable if one of the dogs needs more space...
Here are some pictures of the installed kennel and other belongings. The rear seats easily fold down for luggage, or up for passengers. The kennel will have to be removed (4 straps) to service the 48v battery or access the spare tire. Minor inconvenience, but not insurmountable.
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I was using these in place of the included straps (for some reason I initially thought they were not included so went off to order some additional ones). I did eventually manage to snap one though by tightening too much but the quick release works very well:
Dog crate Quick Tie Down Straps - Pair
Our quick, easy to use tie down strap are used to hold smaller DT Boxes in place in bigger boots. They hook into any of the vent holes on the sides of the box and are a great addition and simple solution when additional securing is required. They are also used with our Pick-Up Range to secure...
dtboxes.co.uk
Thanks.
I was really looking for a solid toggle latch of some kind instead of a strap. Something like this.
I was really looking for a solid toggle latch of some kind instead of a strap. Something like this.
Amazon.com: 4 Pack Adjustable Black Toggle Clamp Latch (4001) Heavy Duty 220 lbs Toggle Latch & Quick Release Metal Pull Latches, Easy to Install for Lid Box Case Door Smoker room(come with 20pcs 0.6" Screws) : Everything Else
Amazon.com: 4 Pack Adjustable Black Toggle Clamp Latch (4001) Heavy Duty 220 lbs Toggle Latch & Quick Release Metal Pull Latches, Easy to Install for Lid Box Case Door Smoker room(come with 20pcs 0.6" Screws) : Everything Else
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