Arc'teryx Heliad 15 Backpack vs GORUCK Packable Bullet Ruck 15L
The Arc'teryx Heliad 15 Backpack is 15L and 0.2kg0.4lb; the GORUCK Packable Bullet Ruck 15L is 15L and 0.18kg0.4lb. The GORUCK Packable Bullet Ruck 15L is 0.02kg0lb lighter. The GORUCK Packable Bullet Ruck 15L costs $5 less. The Arc'teryx Heliad 15 Backpack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the GORUCK Packable Bullet Ruck 15L fits 36; under the seat, 7 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Arc'teryx Heliad 15 Backpack | GORUCK Packable Bullet Ruck 15L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $80 | $75Best |
| Volume | 15L | 15L |
| Weight | 0.2kg0.4lb | 0.18kg0.4lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 27%Best | 0% |
| Dimensions | 44×27×20cm17.5×10.5×8in | 47×27.3×14cm18.5×10.5×5.5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | no laptop sleeve |
| Bottle pockets | 0 | n/a |
| Compression straps | 0 | n/a |
| Opening | n/a | Zippered main compartment |
| Warranty | No fixed term | Lifetime |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | 100D SD Cordura nylon 6,6 dobby face, recycled polyester lining | Ripstop Robic nylon (100D), tape-sealed seams |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Arc'teryx Heliad 15 Backpack | GORUCK Packable Bullet Ruck 15L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant Air | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| American Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| British Airways | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| easyJet | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Frontier Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| LATAM Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Volaris | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
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Specs come from each brand's own product page. Fit uses listed dimensions in any orientation. How we score carry-on fit.