Kelty Strike 2300 Backpack vs 5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Strike 2300 Backpack and the 5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack is that the Strike 2300 Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable, padded waistbelt) while the COVRT 18 Backpack does not.

Kelty Strike 2300 Backpack - Front View
5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Kelty 5.11 Tactical
Name Strike 2300 Backpack COVRT 18 Backpack
Category Outdoor Tactical
Sub Category Tactical Outdoor
Capacity (L) 37.7L 30L
Dimensions (in) 6 x 10 x 3 19 x 12.25 x 6.5
Weight (lb) 4 3.0
Fabric 500D nylon and 1000D nylon 500D Nylon
Color Multicam Grey
Warranty 5.11 Tactical 1 Year Warranty
Release Date November 16, 2010 July 13, 2012
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $530 Under $175
General Features Shoulder Straps Two-layer, padded shoulder straps Yoke-style shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable, padded waistbelt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls YKK zipper
Main Compartment Access Front-panel access Interior zipped mesh pockets
External Pockets 3 external pockets 4 zipped front pockets, 2 side pockets, padded sunglass pocket and a flip-down ID panel
Internal Compartments Organizer sleeve, Internal organizer
Side Pockets 2 zippered side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top haul handle Reinforced grab handle
Loops and Attachments Daisy chain, Key clip QuickTact accessory straps, molle webbing
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps Four side compression straps, 1 vertical compression strap External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable backpanel with Spacermesh
Internal / External Frame HDPE frame sheet
Anti Theft Features Hidden Pocket Hidden pistol pocket
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 1.5L water bladder
Hydration Compatible Single hydration port Yes

You're currently comparing the Strike 2300 Backpack by Kelty against the COVRT 18 Backpack by 5.11 Tactical .


Kelty 's Strike 2300 Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Tactical features while 5.11 Tactical 's COVRT 18 Backpack is a Tactical backpack with Outdoor features.

The Kelty Strike 2300 Backpack has a capacity of 37.7L (liters), weighs 4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 6 x 10 x 3. It's made of 500D nylon and 1000D nylon and is available in Multicam in comparison the 5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack 's capacity is 30L with a size of 19 x 12.25 x 6.5 inches. Constructed from 500D Nylon it weighs 3.0 pounds and is available in Grey.