Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack vs Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack and the Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack is that the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points) while the 40L Hiking Backpack does not.

Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Front View
Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack FRont View
Specs Brand Kelty Mountaintop
Name Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack 40L Hiking Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Outdoor
Capacity (L) 90L 40L
Dimensions (in) 31 x 23 x 16 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3
Weight (lb) 5.8 2.1
Fabric Polyester
Color Black 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty Mountaintop Warranty
Release Date May 10, 2013 August 1, 2016
Rating 4.9 4.6
Price Under $225 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Ventilating shoulder straps S-curve sponge padded shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Elastic chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap HDPE-reinforced waistbelt Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets Zipped top, middle and bottom pockets plus two side pockets
Internal Compartments Spacious main compartment with pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop pocket fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Separate tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant 40.2 linear inches carry on size compliant
Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ventilated back panel Breathable padded back panel
Rain Cover Rain cover included
Internal / External Frame Aluminum external frame
Ventilated Back Air diversion back system
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22" adjustable torso length
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Hiking pole attachment
Gym / Sports Features Shoe Compartment Bottom compartment for shoes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack by Kelty against the 40L Hiking Backpack by Mountaintop .


Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Mountaintop 's 40L Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor 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 Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 2.1 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.