Designed to appear subtle and inconspicuous, the COVRT18™ is a full-sized covert backpack that provides superior tactical utility and a low-vis appearance. Ideal for CCW use, the backpack features a TacTec System™ compatible hidden pistol pocket, Roll-Down Assault Compartment (R.A.C.™) for MOLLE or web pouches, and a main compartment with a built-in padded laptop sleeve and roomy primary and secondary storage zones. Built from rugged 500D and 420D water resistant nylon, the COVRT18 is made to last, and with a fleece lined sunglasses pocket, QuickTact shoulder straps, adjustable yoke shoulders, compression straps, a flip-down ID panel, and a reinforced grab handle, it's made for everyday use. There's a quick access flex cuff channel, too.
Dimensions
Main Compartment - 19” x 12.25” x 6.5”
Front pocket - 11.5” x 9.5” x 3”
Hydration pocket -19” x 12.25” 1.5 liter
Total Capacity - 1841 cubic inch / 30 liter
Weight - 3.0 lbs
Fits up to a 15" laptop
8 out of 13 (62%) reviewers recommend this product
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17 Reviews
April 14, 2026
Covert 18
My wife uses this bag and loves it.She loves the flap to protect the zipper and all the pockets.She highly recommends but would like to see it offered in other colors
I still have my original purchased in 2011.It has been my every day backpack day in day out through grad school, travels, adventures, a car crash that should have killed me, and years of disaster relief work.I have put it through more than any backpack had any right to survive.It is quite likely the toughest backpack ever made and a dang good design.This new version?It's garbage.I was so happy when they brought it back but guys...it's not.The material isn't what it was, the build quality ...Read more
I bought this pack back in 2013.Has been in use 5 days a week since then.Still in great shape.All the pockets help keep me organized (but I have to go thru all of them before I take it on a trip to make sure I get all the TSA no-no's out of there).The sunglass pocket on top is perfect for a Plus size iPhone and shades (the pocket on your Rush bags needs to be this size).Adding the Rush waist belt makes it perfect for the airport and day trips on vacation.Would be nice to have a version ...Read more
This review is based on the older version of this pack, which appears to be the same model, though from reading recent comments it seems some things may have changed.I purchased mine in 2016nearly 10 years agoand to be completely honest, the bag is still functioning at 100%.Aside from a few minor, needle-sized pinholes, it has held up exceptionally well.This is hands down the best pack Ive ever owned.Im leaving this review fully aware that I will most likely buy this bag again.However, I wa...Read more
My wife still owns my original Covrt 18 pack (she stole it from me), still in great shape after all these years.So when I saw that they brought back the original design I was very excited and ordered one right away.Unfortunately after just 3 weeks of casual use, to and from the office, the right shoulder strap began to fray.Honestly even my first impression when taking it out of the package it just felt like it was not the same quality as the original.I chalked it up to not being broken in. ...Read more
After a ten year hiatus 5. 11 brought back the original recipe and the king of "grey-man" backpacks has returned.So of course i had to get one in a new color, with a nice little holiday discount to boot.No more scrubbing ebay regularly to find replacements, hopefully 5. 11 has learned not to take this one out of rotation and i realy hope they do more colors like the newer dark blue.Not sure when they re released it but the Covrt18 was the best backpack ive owned as an adult, and for the last ...Read more
Critical strap broke after 20 hours of light use rendering the pack a liability
I am a world traveler, not a tactical user, but I sincerely appreciate the features and the ruggedness marketing by 5. 11 for real-world abusive situations, not light international travel.The ruggedness and durability is a lie.I purchased this backpack brand new for a 3-week casual backpacking trip to Asia, with a 9 kg load.I was livid when I discovered that, less than 18 hours into to the trip (90% of that was stowage in the overhead bin).As I am disembarking from the place, my wife notice ...Read more
December 15, 2025
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