Kelty BRT USA Backpack vs Kelty Slate 30 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty BRT USA Backpack and the Kelty Slate 30 Backpack is that the BRT USA Backpack has Compression Straps (Compression straps) while the Slate 30 Backpack does not.

Kelty BRT USA Backpack - Front View
Kelty Slate 30 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Kelty Kelty
Name BRT USA Backpack Slate 30 Backpack
Category Tactical Laptop
Sub Category Outdoor Everyday
Capacity (L) 172.2 30L
Dimensions (in) 37.5 x 25.5 x 15.5 19 x 12 x 10
Weight (lb) 13.3 1.63
Fabric 1000D Nylon CORDURA™ 600D Polyester Oxford
Color Black Midnight Navy
Release Date September 30, 2019
Rating 4.2
Price Under $750 Under $60
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded airmesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap
Zippers U-shaped zipper Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Top zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 external pockets 5 external pockets
Internal Compartments Internal mesh pockets, 2 external zippered pockets Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Dual haul handles Grab handle
Loops and Attachments Key fob, bike light loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Compression Straps Compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded airmesh back panel
Internal / External Frame Welded aluminum frame, HDPE framesheet on bottom and both ends

You're currently comparing the BRT USA Backpack by Kelty against the Slate 30 Backpack by Kelty .


Kelty 's BRT USA Backpack is a Tactical backpack with Outdoor features while Kelty 's Slate 30 Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The Kelty BRT USA Backpack has a capacity of 172.2 (liters), weighs 13.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 37.5 x 25.5 x 15.5. It's made of 1000D Nylon CORDURA™ and is available in Black in comparison the Kelty Slate 30 Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19 x 12 x 10 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Oxford it weighs 1.63 pounds and is available in Midnight Navy.