Chrome Industries Barrage 18L Pack vs Kapten & Son Helsinki 17L
The Chrome Industries Barrage 18L Pack is 16L and 1.1kg2.4lb; the Kapten & Son Helsinki 17L is 17L and 1.1kg2.4lb. They weigh the same. The Chrome Industries Barrage 18L Pack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Kapten & Son Helsinki 17L fits 36; under the seat, 7 and 1 of 26.
| Spec | Chrome Industries Barrage 18L Pack | Kapten & Son Helsinki 17L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $155 | n/a |
| Volume | 16L | 17L |
| Expands to | 18L | n/a |
| Weight | 1.1kg2.4lb | 1.1kg2.4lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 27%Best | 4% |
| Dimensions | 44.5×26×14cm17.5×10×5.5in | 46×26.5×14cm18×10.5×5.5in |
| Laptop | 15" | 15.6"Best |
| Compartments | 1 | n/a |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | n/a |
| Opening | Roll-top, Expandable rolltop, welded main compartment | Zipper |
| Warranty | Lifetime | n/a |
| Organizer | No | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | Removable | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 1050D recycled nylon and 210D recycled nylon with welded TPE tarp liner (Black); X colors use 210D recycled nylon with X laminate, PFAS free | 47% PU, 50% recycled PET, 3% polyester |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Chrome Industries Barrage 18L Pack | Kapten & Son Helsinki 17L |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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.