An excellent backpack for use as carry-on luggage on all kinds of airplanes. The advantage is its size, which is practically tailored to airline standards, and the ability to compress it for the flight. However, upon reaching your destination, you can significantly expand it and use it for all sorts of trips, fitting everything you need inside. Good, strong material. With a promotion like there is now for the blue color, it would be a shame not to buy it. For this price, you usually only get thin polyester bags that fall apart quickly.
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Helikon-Tex Raccoon Mk2 Backpack 24 l - Sentinel Blue
The Raccoon Mk2 backpack, with a capacity of 24 liters, is made of durable, abrasion-resistant 500D Cordura®. Its design ensures comfort even during extended use.
Convenient storage system, hydration bladder pocket
The main compartment, which closes with a two-way YKK zipper, features a pocket for a hydration bladder with several openings for the mouthpiece and a smaller pocket made of mesh fabric that fastens with a zipper.
The Raccoon Mk2 model has one large front pocket, similar in size to the main compartment. Inside, there is a simple organizer that allows you to arrange your gear.
Carrying system with adjustable chest and hip belt
Wide, adjustable shoulder straps with soft padding ensure even weight distribution when carrying heavy loads and deliver superior comfort. The inner side is lined with soft, breathable mesh material. Thanks to the quick-release system, the backpack can be dropped instantly in emergency situations. Additional comfort is provided by an adjustable chest strap and hip belt.
Compatible with MOLLE/PALS system, Velcro panel
Straps compatible with the MOLLE/PALS system allow you to attach additional pockets and carry urgent need gear on the outside of the backpack.
Additionally, an elastic cord has been woven into the external pocket, allowing for the quick attachment of additional items such as a jacket or sleeping pad. The Velcro panel on the front allows for the attachment of any patch or emblem, such as a national flag, unit insignia, or so-called Morale Patches. Side compression straps allow you to reduce the backpack’s volume.
Main features
- made of 500D Cordura
- 24-liter capacity
- main compartment with double-sided zippers
- spacious front pocket
- hydration bladder pocket
- comfortable carrying system with chest and hip belt
- quick-release system
- compatible with the MOLLE/PALS system
- front pocket equipped with an elastic cord for securing gear
- Velcro panel
Militaria.pl is the official distributor of Helikon-Tex.
Helikon-Tex is a Polish company founded in 1983, specializing in the production of tactical, military, and outdoor clothing. It offers a wide range of products such as clothing, backpacks, bags, and tactical accessories, which have earned recognition among both uniformed services and outdoor enthusiasts. Its range includes standout lines such as: Bushcraft - dedicated to survival enthusiasts, Law Enforcement - designed for uniformed services, and Range - created for shooters. Helikon-Tex uses modern camouflage patterns such as MultiCam, ATACS, and PenCott, ensuring adaptation to different terrain conditions.
| Color/camouflage | Blue hue |
|---|---|
| Main compartments fastening | Zipper |
| Dedicated laptop pocket | No |
| Molle/pals compatible | Yes |
| Mesh spacer | No |
| Number of compartments | 1 |
| Dimensions | 450 x 240 x 200 mm |
| Capacity | 24 l |
| Number of pockets | 5 |
| Main color | Sentinel Blue |
| External equipment attachment option | Yes |
| Compatible with hydration system | Yes |
| Raincover | No |
| Waist strap | Yes |
| Chest strap | Yes |
| Weight | 1067 g |
| EAN | 5902688078676 |
| Manufacturer code | PL-RC2-CD-SB |
| Brand | Helikon-Tex |
| Main material | 100% 500D Cordura |
| EAN |
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Number of reviews: 307
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Highly recommended! I have been using this backpack practically every day for several years and there are no major signs of wear. Everything you need is within easy reach, and the compartments are well thought out. I equipped mine with an additional stiffened inner pocket. Worth its price.
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The backpack is comfortable and spacious. The MOLLE system allows for additional pouches. However, I have reservations about the shoulder straps used. It is difficult to adjust the strap length properly, yet very easy to throw them out of adjustment. It happens that they loosen on their own under load, and there is no good way to tighten them back up. Maybe I have bad habits from hiking backpacks, but on that kind of gear such adjustment is much easier.
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A small backpack that turns out to be more spacious than you might expect. It is solidly made, and the front pocket is equipped with a practical organizer. The back panel provides comfort and does not cause excessive heating of the back.
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The quality of the product satisfies me a lot. It seems to be made of really solid materials. I have already tested it during several trips and every time I am amazed by its capacity. The backpack is comfortable to carry, although a better padding in the hip belt would be useful. Despite this, the comfort of use remains at a high level. It works great during short trips and for everyday use. I have no complaints.
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The backpack is great. The pockets are spacious, plus there's a small organizer in the smaller pocket, which is useful. The retention straps also do their job, and it's great that you can roll them up and secure them so they don't stick out, get in the way, or catch on things.
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The backpack looks aesthetically pleasing, is durable, and trustworthy. The fittings are made from high-quality materials, and the zipper operates smoothly. The whole product gives the impression of being durable and carefully crafted, with practical pockets and sturdy fabrics. Helikon once again impresses with its quality.
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The backpack seems durable and, despite its small size, fits quite a lot. It will work well as a lightweight emergency bag (Bug-Out-Bag) if you value ease of movement and packing only the essentials. A big advantage is the MOLLE system, which allows for expanding the carrying capacity. Additional straps let you attach gear on the outside, so you can safely store the most important items in the backpack's numerous pockets.
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Solid, comfortable, durable material. Sleek, but holds a lot. It has many compartments, including a zippered pocket – everything is well secured. Perfect for one-day trips. It also worked well for me on two-day trips.
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Great material quality and versatile usage. The front pocket has an excellent, well-thought-out layout and pockets with Velcro closures. An additional advantage is MOLLE system compatibility, although this means giving up side pockets, which is a slight downside. The zipper is strong, and the entire backpack is made very solidly with durable materials. The only thing I miss is a convenient way to secure the cross straps when I don't need them.
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I am very satisfied with the Raccoon Mk2 24 L Helikon-Tex backpack - Black. The backpack is solidly made, comfortable, and works perfectly for everyday use. Its quality is really high. The only disadvantage I have noticed is the lack of a solution for storing the straps located at the bottom when I am not using them. These straps are used to attach, for example, a sleeping bag or sleeping mat, but when they are loose, they get in the way a bit because they hang freely. Apart from this small detail, I think it’s a very good backpack.
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A comfortable, compact yet spacious backpack with a well-thought-out design and high-quality workmanship. Extra points for the flexible cord for attaching, for example, a sleeping mat. Thanks to the MOLLE system, you can expand it with additional pockets. I wholeheartedly recommend it.
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Very nice, well-thought-out 'patrol' backpack. Small, but that's exactly how it's supposed to be – so you can equip yourself for a few hours of a task and not have your pockets stuffed. Some thermos, some extra gear, etc. It does its job. I recommend it.
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Helikon is a guarantee of quality! Solid stitching, nice colors, and well-chosen accessories. I am very satisfied. Everything can be adjusted to your height. The backpack is both lightweight and very spacious. I am considering buying a hydration bladder, as there is a dedicated spot for it. I definitely recommend it!
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The backpack is very well made, with great options for adjusting and fitting both the loaded luggage and the backpack itself in terms of the carrying system adjustment. With a load of about 6-8 kg on forest hikes of 10-15 km, it works very well for me. The options for attaching (molle) additional pockets or equipment are very convenient.
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