Kelty Raven 2500 Backpack vs 5.11 Tactical Rush72 2.0 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Raven 2500 Backpack and the 5.11 Tactical Rush72 2.0 Backpack is that the Raven 2500 Backpack has Rain Cover (Rain/sand pack cover) while the Rush72 2.0 Backpack does not.

Kelty Raven 2500 Backpack - Front View
5.11 Tactical Rush72 2.0 Backpack Front Side View
Specs Brand Kelty 5.11 Tactical
Name Raven 2500 Backpack Rush72 2.0 Backpack
Category Outdoor Tactical
Sub Category Tactical Outdoor
Capacity (L) 41L 55L
Dimensions (in) ‎22 x 19 x 14 23 x 13.5 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 6lb 13oz 5.5
Fabric 500D nylon and 1000D nylon 1050D Nylon
Color Coyote Brown 6 colors and patterns
Warranty 5.11 Tactical 1 Year Warranty
Release Date July 22, 2010 May 31, 2011
Rating 4.7 4.8
Price Under $300 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps 3-layer, padded, quick-release shoulder straps Contoured yoke shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap 2-layer padded waistbelt Cinching waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Front-panel access Clamshell
External Pockets 4 external pockets 2 front and 2 zipped side pockets, plus rear hydration pocket
Internal Compartments Internal organizer, Pen and pencil sleeves, Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments
Side Pockets 2 zippered side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top haul handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Key clip Molle system, gear loops
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Organizer sleeve Front utility pocket with organizers
Travel Features Compression Straps 1 vertical side compression strap, 4 side compression straps, 1 vertical compression strap 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 Breathable backpanel with Spacermesh Reinforced back panel
Rain Cover Rain/sand pack cover
Internal / External Frame HDPE frame sheet
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Single hydration port Yes
Other Features Other Features Radio and Battery Holder

You're currently comparing the Raven 2500 Backpack by Kelty against the Rush72 2.0 Backpack by 5.11 Tactical .


Kelty 's Raven 2500 Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Tactical features while 5.11 Tactical 's Rush72 2.0 Backpack is a Tactical backpack with Outdoor features.

The Kelty Raven 2500 Backpack has a capacity of 41L (liters), weighs 6lb 13oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are ‎22 x 19 x 14. It's made of 500D nylon and 1000D nylon and is available in Coyote Brown in comparison the 5.11 Tactical Rush72 2.0 Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 23 x 13.5 x 8.5 inches. Constructed from 1050D Nylon it weighs 5.5 pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns .