The main difference between the 5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack and the Kelty Raven 2500 Backpack is that the COVRT 18 Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material) while the Raven 2500 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | 5.11 Tactical | Kelty |
Name | COVRT 18 Backpack | Raven 2500 Backpack | |
Category | Tactical | Outdoor | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Tactical | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 41L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19 x 12.25 x 6.5 | 22 x 19 x 14 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.0 | 6lb 13oz | |
Fabric | 500D Nylon | 500D nylon and 1000D nylon | |
Color | Grey | Coyote Brown | |
Warranty | 5.11 Tactical 1 Year Warranty | ||
Release Date | July 13, 2012 | July 22, 2010 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $300 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Yoke-style shoulder straps | 3-layer, padded, quick-release shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | 2-layer padded waistbelt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | YKK zipper | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Interior zipped mesh pockets | Front-panel access | |
External Pockets | 4 zipped front pockets, 2 side pockets, padded sunglass pocket and a flip-down ID panel | 4 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal organizer, Pen and pencil sleeves, | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | 2 zippered side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Reinforced grab handle | Top haul handle | |
Loops and Attachments | QuickTact accessory straps, molle webbing | Key clip | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Organizer sleeve | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | 1 vertical side compression strap, 4 side compression straps, 1 vertical compression strap |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable backpanel with Spacermesh | |
Rain Cover | Rain/sand pack cover | ||
Internal / External Frame | HDPE frame sheet | ||
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Hidden pistol pocket | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 1.5L water bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Single hydration port | |
Other Features | Other Features | Radio and Battery Holder |
5.11 Tactical 's COVRT 18 Backpack is a Tactical backpack with Outdoor features while Kelty 's Raven 2500 Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Tactical features.
The 5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 3.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 12.25 x 6.5. It's made of 500D Nylon and is available in Grey in comparison the Kelty Raven 2500 Backpack's capacity is 41L with a size of 22 x 19 x 14 inches. Constructed from 500D nylon and 1000D nylon it weighs 6lb 13oz pounds and is available in Coyote Brown.
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