Kelty Asher 55 Backpack vs Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack and the Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack is that the Asher 55 Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Trekking pole loops) while the 40L Hiking Backpack does not.

Kelty Asher 55 Backpack Front View
Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack FRont View
Specs Brand Kelty Mountaintop
Name Asher 55 Backpack 40L Hiking Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Outdoor
Capacity (L) 55L 40L
Dimensions (in) 28 x 18 x 12 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3
Weight (lb) 2.7 2.1
Fabric 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester Polyester
Color 3 colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty Mountaintop Warranty
Release Date August 1, 2016
Rating 4.7 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing S-curve sponge padded shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Elastic chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 front and bottom zipped pocket, 2 side pockets, and mesh hip belt pocket Zipped top, middle and bottom pockets plus two side pockets
Internal Compartments Spacious main compartment with pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Trekking pole loops
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop pocket fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Separate tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant 40.2 linear inches carry on size compliant
Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AMP-Flow ventilated back panel Breathable padded back panel
Rain Cover Rain cover included
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal frame
Ventilated Back Air diversion back system
Adjustable Length Torso FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system
Trekking Pole Holders Yes Hiking pole attachment
Gym / Sports Features Shoe Compartment Bottom compartment for shoes

You're currently comparing the Asher 55 Backpack by Kelty against the 40L Hiking Backpack by Mountaintop .


Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Mountaintop 's 40L Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features.

The Kelty Asher 55 Backpack has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 2.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 28 x 18 x 12. It's made of 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 2.1 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.