Finding the right military luggage for you or someone close can be a bit daunting, especially with the large selection from which you can choose. Understanding every one of them can certainly help you find the right piece that will make your life easier.

A piece of military luggage is also known as tactical gear and it is designed to help military personnel with their work. These bags are designed to carry different kinds of supplies, depending on the need and use which explains the need of going over all of them in order to find the right one for your needs.

Types

Military backpack

Well, a tactical or military backpack is a practical solution designed to assist you with keeping all of your essentials in one place. They are the perfect companion to soldiers, military personnel and civilians as they offer excellent organisation, durability and ease of use. Aside from this, you should also take into account the backpack's security to be sure that all of your belongings will be safe and sound. On the other hand, these bags for the back should be durable and secure enough to carry heavy loads without adding too much pressure and discomfort to your back.

While its durability, security features and organisation compartments are important for easily arranging all of your belongings, you really shouldn't forget about choosing ones that are made from quality and waterproof material. That way, you can have peace of mind that regardless of the weather conditions, your belongings will stay safe and sound all the time.

When in the search for the right model, you should also consider the idea that you can choose from three main types of backpacks.

EDC Bags

EDC stands for Everyday Carry Bags. These bags are used by members of the military and are designed to carry all of their daily essentials. They have lots of pockets which allow personnel to keep their most essential things at hand anytime. As the name suggests, these bags can hold enough things that can last you about a day or 24 hours.

2-Day Backpacks

As the name suggests, the 2-day bags for the back are designed to carry things that can last you up to 2 days or 48 hours which explains their higher carrying capacity. They are perfect when going on overnight trips or when going somewhere for a maximum of two days.

3-Day Backpacks

These are designed to carry things for three days or 72 hours and are one of the largest types of all.

Assault Packs

An interesting thing about this bag is that it is used for unique military purposes only. Generally speaking, these bags are quite small and are designed to carry supplies for operations between 24 and 72 hours. While these bags are designed to carry different types of products depending on the operation, generally, these bags are used for carrying water, food, hydration bladders, first aid kit, essential clothing pieces, spare batteries, and the most essential tools and equipment. Even though they can be worn on the back, these bags are mainly worn on the front of an IOTV (improved outer tactical vest) to allow easier access in cases of emergency.

Bugout Bags

These bags look almost the same as backpacks and they are designed for storing survival supplies for emergencies. They are mainly used by military personnel when leaving somewhere in a hurry and to pack only the most essential supplies that will last for a few days. They are perfect for carrying food and water, some spare clothes, medical first aid kits, flashlights and batteries.

Tablet/Laptop Bags

Given the fact that even military personnel need a tablet or a laptop for their daily administrative tasks and communication, having a separate bag that will keep the laptop/tablet safe and sound no matter what is essential. By having a bag designed especially for this, you'll be reducing the chances of any damage especially breakage in case you accidentally drop it.

Hydration Pack

The last but not least type of bag you need to know about is the hydration pack which is designed to increase the amount of water you take with you. Whether going somewhere for a day or two, these bags can help you carry somewhere between 1,5 and 3 litres or even more depending on the hydration pack and its storage compartment.

The Most Important Things to Look For in One

Given the fact that all of these bags are different and should be used for different purposes, then it goes without saying that you should take into account some important things that can help you determine which one is the best for you.

Storage Capacity

Given the fact that not all of your work trips and needs will be the same, you should look one/s according to your trip's longevity. For instance, when going on a work trip for more than one day, you'll need a 2 or even a 3-day backpack to keep all of your essentials for this period. In case you are going somewhere overnight, then you should certainly invest in a smaller backpack.

Comfort

Even when going somewhere for a day or even shorter, still, you should choose a bag that has padded straps, a waist belt, foam backing and some other features that will make carrying it as comfy as possible.