• Padded shoulder harness system allows upper body movement while the pack rides securely on the wearer's back. Comfortable "S" pattern shoulder pads conform to the contours of the upper torso.
• The unique aluminum alloy, staved lumbar support system is individually adjustable to the wearer's back for unprecedented support.
• A fully-padded, extra-wide waist belt adjoins the self-forming lumbar pad and rear-mounted, drop-out fire shelter pouch. The pouch is accessible by a quick-release ripcord.
• The included fanny pack may be removed to convert the Back-Max to a low-ride style.
• Modular components are secured with the patented Snap Track™ slide and release system, allowing a variety of configurations to better address the day's mission.
• The drop-out shelter pouch, with quick-release ripcord, adjusts from current-style fire shelters to the larger, newly-issued shelters.
• Includes a pouch to hold a 100-oz. hydro-cell.
• Available in black, red or green Cordura® nylon.