Chrome Industries Barrage 18L Pack vs Triple Aught Design FAST Pack Scout MK2
The Chrome Industries Barrage 18L Pack is 16L and 1.1kg2.4lb; the Triple Aught Design FAST Pack Scout MK2 is 16.1L and 1.13kg2.5lb. The Chrome Industries Barrage 18L Pack is 0.03kg0.1lb lighter. The Chrome Industries Barrage 18L Pack costs $140 less. The Chrome Industries Barrage 18L Pack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Triple Aught Design FAST Pack Scout MK2 fits 36; under the seat, 7 and 7 of 26.
| Spec | Chrome Industries Barrage 18L Pack | Triple Aught Design FAST Pack Scout MK2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $155Best | $295 |
| Volume | 16L | 16.1L |
| Expands to | 18L | n/a |
| Weight | 1.1kg2.4lbBest | 1.13kg2.5lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 27% | 27% |
| Dimensions | 44.5×26×14cm17.5×10×5.5in | 44.5×31.8×11.4cm17.5×12.5×4.5in |
| Laptop | 15" | 16"Best |
| Compartments | 1 | n/a |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | n/a |
| Opening | Roll-top, Expandable rolltop, welded main compartment | Clamshell, full clamshell main compartment, front 3D pocket with admin panel |
| Warranty | Lifetime | No fixed term |
| Organizer | No | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | Yes |
| Frame sheet | No | Yes |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | Insert sold separately |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | Removable | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | Yes |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| 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 | TexWax 10.10 oz Army Duck, 500D Cordura liner, Hypalon reinforcements, HDPE frame sheet |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
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