5.11 Tactical Rush72 2.0 Backpack vs Eberlestock Vapor 5000 Backpack

The main difference between the 5.11 Tactical Rush72 2.0 Backpack and the Eberlestock Vapor 5000 is that the Rush72 2.0 Backpack has Internal Compartments (Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments) while the Vapor 5000 does not.

5.11 Tactical Rush72 2.0 Backpack Front Side View
Eberlestock Vapor 5000 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand 5.11 Tactical Eberlestock
Name Rush72 2.0 Backpack Vapor 5000
Category Tactical Tactical
Sub Category Outdoor Hunting
Capacity (L) 55L 81
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13.5 x 8.5 37 x 12 x 12.5
Weight (lb) 5.5 2
Fabric 1050D Nylon 140D 2-way stretch fabric
Color 6 colors and patterns Cayote Brown
Warranty 5.11 Tactical 1 Year Warranty Eberlestock Simple Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 31, 2011
Rating 4.8 5
Price Under $225 Under $300
General Features Shoulder Straps Contoured yoke shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Cinching waist strap Padded hip belts
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material Polyurethane water resistance coating
Zippers YKK zippers YKK Zippers
Main Compartment Access Clamshell Front zip access
External Pockets 2 front and 2 zipped side pockets, plus rear hydration pocket Extended-depth stretch pockets, 1 front zip pocket
Internal Compartments Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Molle system, gear loops Removable Duraflex HD 25mm buckles
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizers
Travel Features Compression Straps External side compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Bottom panel web gear loops
Base / Bottom Drain holes and lashing point on bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Reinforced back panel Padded
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Rush72 2.0 Backpack by 5.11 Tactical against the Vapor 5000 by Eberlestock .


5.11 Tactical 's Rush72 2.0 Backpack is a Tactical backpack with Outdoor features while Eberlestock 's Vapor 5000 is a Tactical backpack with Hunting features.

The 5.11 Tactical Rush72 2.0 Backpack has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 5.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 23 x 13.5 x 8.5. It's made of 1050D Nylon and is available in 6 colors and patterns in comparison the Eberlestock Vapor 5000's capacity is 81 with a size of 37 x 12 x 12.5 inches. Constructed from 140D 2-way stretch fabric it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Cayote Brown.