Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack vs Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack

The main difference between the Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack and the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is that the 40L Hiking Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material ) while the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack does not.

Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack FRont View
Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Mountaintop Kelty
Name 40L Hiking Backpack Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Outdoor Hiking
Capacity (L) 40L 90L
Dimensions (in) 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 31 x 23 x 16
Weight (lb) 2.1 5.8
Fabric Polyester
Color 20+ colors and patterns Black
Warranty Mountaintop Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 1, 2016 May 10, 2013
Rating 4.6 4.9
Price Under $50 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps S-curve sponge padded shoulder strap Ventilating shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Elastic chest strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt HDPE-reinforced waistbelt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Top loading access
External Pockets Zipped top, middle and bottom pockets plus two side pockets Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets
Internal Compartments Spacious main compartment with pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
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 Breathable padded back panel Ventilated 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 40L Hiking Backpack by Mountaintop against the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack by Kelty .


Mountaintop 's 40L Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 2.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 . It's made of Polyester and is available in 20+ colors and patterns 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.