Military backpacks

Choosing the right Savotta backpack depends on several factors, including capacity requirements, mission duration, and the operational environment.

Here are some general recommendations to help guide your choice.

Small & Daypacks (12–30L) Great for daily use, short operations, training and basic outdoor activities. These packs are well suited for carrying essential equipment, personal gear, and mission-critical items.

Most packs can be expanded with extra pouches for more capacity on occasional overnight trips too.

Savotta Hatka 12L
Savotta Jääkäri S
Savotta Niukka 20L, camo
Savotta Kahakka 15L
Savotta Kahakka 25L

Savotta Keikka bag 30L with Kahakka backpack harness

Medium backpacks (30-50L) Larger capacity for multiday trips, deployments or training exercises requiring more equipment: clothes, rations, sustainment gear, and mission equipment etc. These packs still stay relatively compact but are built to carry heavier loads more comfortably.

Savotta Jääkäri M
Savotta Kantamus 40L, camo

Savotta Keikka bag 50L with Kahakka backpack harness

Large backpacks and rucksacks (55L +) Built to handle heavy loads and extended missions. Ideal for longer hikes, field deployments, expedition gear, camping equipment, etc.

Savotta Jääkäri L
Savotta Kantamus 60L, camo
Savotta Jääkäri XL

Savotta Keikka bag 80L with Kahakka backpack harness

Savotta backpacks are primarily made from heavy-duty Cordura® nylon fabric. The main body typically being 1000D and back pads and roll top closures being lighter 500D. The fabric also features polyurethane coating for water resistance. Shoulder straps, PALS attachment points and compression straps are strong 100% polyester webbing. Steel and acetal are used for components like hooks and buckles, ensuring ruggedness and repairability.

Many Savotta packs meet military performance standards and often feature NIR‑compliant materials for reduced detectability under specialized surveillance gear.

Our products are made in our own facilities in Finland and Estonia. Due to the ever-increasing demand some of our manufacturing is done by subcontractors, the select few subcontractors we use are based in Finland, Estonia and Poland. All quality control is done at our headquarters in Karstula, Finland. Read more here.

Savotta backpacks are water resistant but not fully waterproof. While the materials are waterproof, the seams and closure aren’t entirely sealed.

Yes. Savotta backpacks are designed for demanding use and made from highly durable materials, many of which are also used in military and professional applications.

You can find reviews on Savotta backpacks, that have been used for years and passed on the the next generation.

We encourage repairs to extend the life of your gear. Spare parts can be found here. For significant damage, contact us to discuss repair options through our Repair service.

Yes! Savotta backpacks offer good NIR performance (read more)

Savotta backpacks are trusted by professionals, law enforcement, military personnel, and hunters thanks to their military-grade durability, modularity, and field-proven design.

These are also excellent backpacks for everyday life, travel and commuting as well as hiking, camping, and bushcraft.

Savotta ships withing the EU. If you live outside of the EU, turn to our trusted retailers. The list of retailers can be found here.

Absolutely. For more information visit our Warranty and claims page.

Yes! We encourage repairs to extend the life of your gear. Spare parts can be found here. For significant damage, contact us to discuss repair options through ourRepair service.