Rab Nitron 12L Lightweight Pack vs Rab Tygen 12L Day Pack
The Rab Nitron 12L Lightweight Pack is 12L and 0.47kg1lb; the Rab Tygen 12L Day Pack is 12L and 0.39kg0.9lb. The Rab Tygen 12L Day Pack is 0.08kg0.2lb lighter. The Rab Tygen 12L Day Pack costs $20 less. The Rab Nitron 12L Lightweight Pack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Rab Tygen 12L Day Pack fits 36; under the seat, 7 and 7 of 26.
| Spec | Rab Nitron 12L Lightweight Pack | Rab Tygen 12L Day Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $100 | $80Best |
| Volume | 12L | 12L |
| Weight | 0.47kg1lb | 0.39kg0.9lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 27% | 27% |
| Dimensions | 44×23×18cm17.5×9×7in | 45×24×20cm17.5×9.5×8in |
| Opening | Zipped entry and top pocket | Zipped entry |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | Yes |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | No | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | Removable |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 100D ROBIC nylon ripstop | 70D X 140D Nylon with TriShield Coating |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
Both bags pass and fail the same airline size limits.
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