Kelty Strike 2300 Backpack vs 5.11 Tactical Rush72 2.0 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Strike 2300 Backpack and the 5.11 Tactical Rush72 2.0 Backpack is that the Strike 2300 Backpack has Internal / External Frame (HDPE frame sheet) while the Rush72 2.0 Backpack does not.

Kelty Strike 2300 Backpack - Front View
5.11 Tactical Rush72 2.0 Backpack Front Side View
Specs Brand Kelty 5.11 Tactical
Name Strike 2300 Backpack Rush72 2.0 Backpack
Category Outdoor Tactical
Sub Category Tactical Outdoor
Capacity (L) 37.7L 55L
Dimensions (in) 6 x 10 x 3 23 x 13.5 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 4 5.5
Fabric 500D nylon and 1000D nylon 1050D Nylon
Color Multicam 6 colors and patterns
Warranty 5.11 Tactical 1 Year Warranty
Release Date November 16, 2010 May 31, 2011
Rating 4.8 4.8
Price Under $530 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Two-layer, padded shoulder straps Contoured yoke shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable, 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 3 external pockets 2 front and 2 zipped side pockets, plus rear hydration pocket
Internal Compartments Organizer sleeve, Internal organizer 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 Daisy chain, Key clip Molle system, gear loops
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizers
Travel Features Compression Straps Four 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
Internal / External Frame HDPE frame sheet
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Single hydration port Yes

You're currently comparing the Strike 2300 Backpack by Kelty against the Rush72 2.0 Backpack by 5.11 Tactical .


Kelty 's Strike 2300 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 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 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 .