5.11 Rush 12 2.0 vs. Chrome Rostov
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| 5.11 Rush 12 2.0 | Feature | Chrome Rostov |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 0 |
| 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 | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1050D nylon (MultiCam® 1000D nylon) | Abrasion resistant 1050d nylon exterior 1680d ballistic nylon bottom panel |
Chrome Rostov
| Capacity | 23 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×31×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $115 |
Key differences between the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0 and Chrome Rostov
- Opening: Clamshell on the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0; Other on the Chrome Rostov.
- Passport pocket: Front, side on the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0; Front on the Chrome Rostov.
- Hip belt: Optional on the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0; No on the Chrome Rostov.
- Main compartments: 6 on the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0; 2 on the Chrome Rostov.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0; 1, side on the Chrome Rostov.
Both have: compression straps, 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. 174 accept both. 5 accept only the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0, and 0 accept only the Chrome Rostov.
Only the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0 fits
Air Niugini, American Eagle, easyJet, Great Lakes Airlines, Ravn Alaska.
5.11 Rush 12 2.0 vs. Chrome Rostov: which should you pack?
The 5.11 Rush 12 2.0 carries 1L more than the Chrome Rostov (24L vs. 23L), while the Chrome Rostov is the lighter pack at 0.9kg (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 Chrome Rostov is the better call.