5.11 Rush 12 2.0 vs. Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| 5.11 Rush 12 2.0 | Feature | Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| front, side | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| optional | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 6 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1050D nylon (MultiCam® 1000D nylon) | 840d ballistic nylon 6 balanced woven with durable C0 water repellent finish |
Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2
| Capacity | 24 L |
| Weight | 1.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×29×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 94% |
| Price | $280 |
Key differences between the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0 and Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2
- Compression straps: 2 on the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0; No on the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2.
- Passport pocket: Front, side on the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0; Front on the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2.
- Hip belt: Optional on the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0; No on the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2.
- Main compartments: 6 on the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0; 4 on the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 178 accept both. 1 accept only the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0, and 0 accept only the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2.
Only the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0 fits
Great Lakes Airlines.
5.11 Rush 12 2.0 vs. Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2: which should you pack?
The 5.11 Rush 12 2.0 carries the same capacity as the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2 (24L vs. 24L), while the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0 is the lighter pack at 1.4kg (vs. 1.4kg). For carry-on flexibility, the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0 fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0; if you want to travel lighter, the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0 is the better call.