Travel Backpack 40L Pro vs. Lite
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| Travel Backpack Pro 40L | Travel Backpack Lite 40L | |
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| The comfortable carry on for organized travelers. | The lightweight carry on for most travelers. | |
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| Type | Carry on | |
| Trip Length | 1 week or longer | |
| Dimensions (in) | 21.7 x 13.8 x 7.9 in | |
| Dimensions (cm) | 55 x 35 x 20 cm | |
| Volume (L) | 40L | |
| Weight (lb) | 4.5 lb | 3.5 lb |
| Weight (kg) | 2.0 kg | 1.6 kg |
| Fit | One size fits all (Height-adjustable) | 16-18” torsos |
| Shoulder Straps | Not stowable | Stowable |
| Material | SHELL200 | 630D CORDURA re/cor™ RN6 nylon |
| Laptop | Up to 16 in | |
| Tablet | Up to 12.9 in | n/a |
| Price | $350 | $250 |
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What's Different?
Travel Backpack Pro 40L
The comfortable carry on for organized travelers.
- More comfortable: Get the perfect fit for your body with the adjustable shoulder straps. The back panel, shoulder straps, and hip belt have thicker foam padding for a more cushioned carry.
- More organized: If you’re obsessed with organization, you’ll get an additional front pocket (with an admin panel), a tablet sleeve, a mesh electronics pocket, a second water bottle pocket, and two hip belt pockets.
- More water-resistant: Stay drier with waterproof materials and coated, water-resistant zippers.
Travel Backpack Lite 40L
The lightweight carry on for most travelers.
- Lighter weight: 22% lighter than the Pro. Save 1 pound of weight. The Lite offers one of the best volume-to-weight ratios among all travel backpacks.
- Tuckable straps: Tuck the shoulder straps and hip belt away if you need to check your bag or to protect the straps in the overhead bin.
- More familiar material: The 630D CORDURA nylon is more familiar and less technical-looking while still offering best-in-class toughness.
- Lower priced: Save $100 compared to the Pro.
What's the Same?
While these two bags have major differences as outlined above, the core features of all Tortuga backpacks are the same.
- Carry-on-sized: Both bags are the same dimensions and volume, 40L, so you can max out your carry on space even on international and budget flights.
- Comfortable to wear: Both bags have cushioned shoulder straps and weight-bearing hip belts. The hip belt will take 80% of your bag’s weight off of your shoulders for a lighter, more comfortable carry.
- Easy to pack: Both bags open from the front, like a suitcase, for easy packing, organization, and access.
- Built to last: All Tortuga products are built to handle the rigors of the road with best-in-class materials and hardware.
For us, these features are non-negotiable.
Learn more about the Travel Backpack Pro 40L or Travel Backpack Lite 40L.
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