Kelty Redwing 30 Tactical Backpack vs Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Redwing 30 Tactical Backpack and the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is that the Redwing 30 Tactical Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Adjustable waist strap) while the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack does not.

Kelty Redwing 30 Tactical Backpack - Front View
Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Kelty Kelty
Name Redwing 30 Tactical Backpack Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack
Category Outdoor Backpacking
Sub Category Tactical Hiking
Capacity (L) 90L
Dimensions (in) 22 x 11 x 12 31 x 23 x 16
Weight (lb) 2 5.8
Fabric 500D nylon and 1000D nylon
Color Khaki Black
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 12, 2017 May 10, 2013
Rating 4.7 4.9
Price Under $120 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable Military style backpack straps Ventilating shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable chest strap HDPE-reinforced waistbelt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Top loading access
External Pockets 3 external pockets Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets
Side Pockets 2 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 3 Tool loops Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Compression Straps Side compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Ventilated back panel
Internal / External Frame Aluminum external frame
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22" adjustable torso length
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Redwing 30 Tactical Backpack by Kelty against the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack by Kelty .


Kelty 's Redwing 30 Tactical Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Tactical features while Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Kelty Redwing 30 Tactical Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22 x 11 x 12. It's made of 500D nylon and 1000D nylon and is available in Khaki in comparison the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack's capacity is 90L with a size of 31 x 23 x 16 inches. Constructed from it weighs 5.8 pounds and is available in Black.