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SKU: 776118BK

Type: EMS Bag

Vendor: Vanquest

Vanquest JAVELIN-18 Backpack

Name: Vanquest JAVELIN-18 Backpack
Brand: Vanquest
SKU: 776118BK
Price: 284.0 AUD
Availability: InStock

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Color: Black

Black

Coyote Tan

Wolf Gray

Multicam Black

$284.00

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Vanquest · Convertible Sling/Backpack

Vanquest JAVELIN-18 Backpack

An 18-litre convertible sling and backpack in 500-D mil-grade Cordura with a DWR finish, organized across 24 compartments and slots. The main compartment opens clamshell for full access, the shoulder straps convert between two-shoulder and single-shoulder sling carry, and MOLLE-Air side panels take a FATPack or other medical pouch when the bag has to do more than carry a laptop. 2.87 lb; sold as the pack only, with no medical supplies included.

18 L · 2.87 lbConvertible sling or backpackMOLLE-Air side panels500-D Cordura, DWR

This is a carry platform, not a trauma kit. Its medical value is that a FATPack bolts to the side panel — the supplies, and the training, are still on you.

What's Included

An unstocked carry platform. Colors offered here: Black · Coyote Tan · Wolf Gray · Multicam Black. Tap a section for what ships in the box and how the pack is laid out.

VIEW ▾In the Box — pack only — no medical supplies included

1× JAVELIN-18 pack, 500-D Mil-grade Cordura nylon 66 with DWR coating; 210-D hi-vis ripstop interior
2× Padded dividers for the main compartment
Convertible shoulder straps with G-hooks and hook-and-loop release
YKK RC-Class lockable zippers with SPARTAN™ molded pulls; ITW/UTX-Duraflex hardware
No tourniquet, trauma supplies, medical pouch or FATPack insert is included — the pack ships empty

VIEW ▾Compartment Layout & Dimensions — 24 organizing slots, and where they are

18 L total; exterior 16″ H × 12″ W × 7″ D; 2.87 lb (1,302 g)
Main compartment interior 15.5″ H × 10″ W × 4.75″ D, symmetrical clamshell opening, two padded dividers
Dedicated padded tech sleeve, 14.25″ W × 9.75″ D — fits 14″ laptops and tablets
Ambidextrous rear hook-and-loop zippered accessory compartment with a 14″ H × 9″ W loop field, accessible in both carry modes
Hypalon and CORDURA MOLLE-Air panels on both sides, for MOLLE accessories including medical pouches
External elastic slots suit staging a tourniquet where it can be reached without opening the pack
24 discrete compartments and slots in total
DWR repels light precipitation and surface moisture — it is not submersion-rated

▾Specifications

Vanquest JAVELIN-18 Backpack — specifications

Specification	Detail
Manufacturer	Vanquest
Capacity	18 litres
Exterior dimensions	16″ H × 12″ W × 7″ D
Main compartment interior	15.5″ H × 10″ W × 4.75″ D
Tech sleeve	14.25″ W × 9.75″ D — fits 14″ laptops and tablets
Rear accessory compartment	Ambidextrous, hook-and-loop lined, 14″ H × 9″ W loop field
Weight	2.87 lb (1,302 g)
Body material	500-D Military-grade Cordura nylon 66 with factory DWR
Interior lining	210-D hi-vis ripstop nylon, DWR-treated
Zippers	YKK RC-Class lockable with SPARTAN™ molded pulls
Hardware	Mil-grade ITW / UTX-Duraflex
Carry modes	Dual-shoulder backpack, or right/left single-shoulder sling
Modular attachment	Hypalon and CORDURA MOLLE-Air panels, both sides
Organization	24 compartments and slots; two padded dividers
Colors	Black · Coyote Tan · Wolf Gray · Multicam Black
Medical supplies included	No — pack only

The legacy page did not name the colorways; the four listed above are the options offered on this listing. It also published no per-color SKUs. Water resistance is DWR surface repellency, not a waterproof rating — do not treat the pack as a dry bag.

▾Who Carries It

Military and law enforcement using it as a day administrative bag that converts to field use once MOLLE pouches are added · Paramedics and EMS running it as a compact go-bag with a tourniquet staged in the external elastic and trauma supplies in a side-mounted pouch · Range officers and instructors, where 24 slots hold eye and ear protection, timers and a tablet while sling access stays quick on the line · Wilderness responders and prepared civilians who want a grab-and-go platform that carries a trauma kit and a laptop without reading as tactical.

The MOLLE-Air panels accept Vanquest FATPack pouches and other standard MOLLE accessories using MOLLE Sticks or integrated straps. Buy the medical pouch and its contents deliberately — the pack contributes carriage and access, nothing clinical.

Genuine Vanquest

Sourced direct from the manufacturer or an authorized master distributor. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Available Options:

Black
Coyote Tan
Wolf Gray
Multicam Black

SPECS & MEASUREMENTS

Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How does the JAVELIN-18 convert from backpack to sling carry?

The JAVELIN-18 converts by removing one shoulder strap, changing from symmetrical two-shoulder backpack carry to a single-shoulder sling configuration. This design provides two carry modes in one pack — backpack mode for load distribution over longer distances, sling mode for quick-access swing-forward convenience during active use or frequent access environments.

What laptop or tablet size fits in the JAVELIN-18's tech sleeve?

The dedicated tech sleeve in the JAVELIN-18 holds tablets and laptops up to 14 inches. This is padded separately from the main compartment, providing protection for electronics while keeping them accessible without disturbing other contents. It is suitable for tactical mapping tablets, ruggedized laptops, and standard consumer devices.

What material is the Vanquest JAVELIN-18 made from?

The JAVELIN-18 is built from genuine 1000-D Cordura on the bottom and high-wear areas, with DWR (Durable Water Repellent) coating on all surfaces. YKK RC Class zippers are used throughout for reliable, long-life zipper performance.

Can the JAVELIN-18 be used as a medical bag?

Yes. The high-visibility loop lining throughout the main compartment is compatible with hook-backed inserts, allowing the JAVELIN-18 to be configured as a capable medical carry platform. FATPack inserts can be attached to interior loop panels, transforming the main compartment into an organized medical supply system.

What colors is the Vanquest JAVELIN-18 available in?

The JAVELIN-18 is available in Black, Coyote Tan, Wolf Gray, and Multicam Black. All variants share the same convertible carry design, YKK RC Class zippers, and high-visibility loop lining.

Can the JAVELIN-18 mount a FATPack or other MOLLE medical pouch?

Yes. The JAVELIN-18 features Hypalon and CORDURA MOLLE-Air side panels that accept any MOLLE-compatible accessory including Vanquest FATPack pouches, hydration holders, and other modular gear using standard MOLLE Sticks or integrated MOLLE straps.

What materials are used and how does the DWR coating perform?

The body uses 500-D Military-grade Cordura nylon 66 with a factory-applied DWR (Durable Water Repellent) coating. Interior lining is 210-D Ripstop nylon, also DWR-treated for hi-visibility and moisture resistance. The coating repels light precipitation and surface moisture; it is not submersion-rated.

How does the convertible carry system work in the field?

The shoulder straps are secured with hook-and-loop fasteners and G-hooks at the base. To convert from dual-shoulder backpack to single-shoulder sling, the straps are disconnected at the G-hooks and reattached for right or left shoulder carry. The transition takes under 30 seconds and requires no tools.

Vanquest JAVELIN-18 Backpack

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How does the JAVELIN-18 convert from backpack to sling carry?

What laptop or tablet size fits in the JAVELIN-18's tech sleeve?

What material is the Vanquest JAVELIN-18 made from?

Can the JAVELIN-18 be used as a medical bag?

What colors is the Vanquest JAVELIN-18 available in?

Can the JAVELIN-18 mount a FATPack or other MOLLE medical pouch?

What materials are used and how does the DWR coating perform?

How does the convertible carry system work in the field?

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