The main difference between the TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack and the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack is that the Scout 3400 Backpack has Internal Compartments (Large capacity with multi-pockets and compartments) while the Explorer 4000 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | TETON Sports |
Name | Scout 3400 Backpack | Explorer 4000 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 65L | |
Dimensions (in) | 30 x 17 x 12 | 32 x 18 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.4 | 5 | |
Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | November 5, 2008 | May 1, 2006 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | |
Zippers | Weather-guard zippers | Weather-guard zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Top access | Top access | |
External Pockets | front mesh pocket, 1 bottom zipped pocket and 4 side pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Large capacity with multi-pockets and compartments | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic cord, D-rings, and gear loops | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | Multi-directional external compression straps |
Rear Loading Straps | Bottom loading straps | Bottom load straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded lumbar and back panel | Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | Rainfly included | |
Internal / External Frame | Internal Frame | Internal frame | |
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | Multi-position torso adjustments | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L water bladder | Holds up to 3L hydration bladder |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
TETON Sports's Scout 3400 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features.
The TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 4.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 30 x 17 x 12. It's made of Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell and is available in 4 colors and patterns in comparison the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack's capacity is 65L with a size of 32 x 18 x 12 inches. Constructed from Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell it weighs 5 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns .
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