Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack vs Kelty Redwing 30 Tactical Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack and the Kelty Redwing 30 Tactical Backpack is that the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack has Internal / External Frame (Aluminum external frame) while the Redwing 30 Tactical Backpack does not.

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

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


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

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