Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo vs. Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 60×32×24 cm |
| Airline fit | 5% |
| Price | $130 |
Feature by feature
| Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo | Feature | Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| N | Hip Belt | hideable |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | optional |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| N | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| Nylon 840D JR Ballistic 2xPU, Polyester 135D 2xPU | 100% Polyester, 100% Nylon |
Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley
| Capacity | 50 L |
| Weight | 3.12 kg |
| Dimensions | 70×37×30 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $449 |
Key differences between the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo and Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley
- Compression straps: No on the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo; Yes on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo; Hideable on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
- Hip belt: No on the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo; Hideable on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
- Rain cover: No on the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo; Optional on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 1 accept both. 9 accept only the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo, and 0 accept only the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
Only the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo fits
Adria Airways, Air New Zealand, Conviasa, Frontier Airlines, Island Air, PenAir, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country, Virgin America.
Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo vs. Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley: which should you pack?
The Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley carries 10L more than the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo (40L vs. 50L), while the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo is the lighter pack at 0.8kg (vs. 3.12kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo fits 5% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley; if you want to travel lighter, the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo is the better call.