The Vertx Gamut 18L Sling in black (Vertx part no. VTX5043 BK) is the smallest sling in the Gamut Series, built for faster access to a concealed carry setup and everyday essentials. It carries 18 liters, with a CCW compartment behind a Large BAP strap and a hidden sleeve for a ballistic panel. A Rapid Access Pull tab can be moved between zippers to match how you carry. It is the sling to choose when you want discreet readiness in a smaller footprint.

Key Specifications

• Capacity is 18 liters, the compact size in the Gamut sling lineup.
• Empty weight is 2.6 pounds, light for a sling with a laptop sleeve and ballistic panel sleeve.
• Outer dimensions are 17.5 inches high, 11.5 inches wide and 8 inches deep.
• The main compartment measures 16 inches high, 9.75 inches wide and 5 inches deep, with mesh pockets, gear slots and loop panels.
• The CCW compartment is 16 inches high and 10 inches wide, with an integrated Large BAP strap for secure carry and quick access.
• The built-in laptop sleeve fits a device up to 13 inches, and its lower layer is loop-lined for Tactigami.
• The black colorway uses 420D 100% nylon mini ripstop, a tight weave that resists snags and tearing.
• Gatekeeper G-hooks prevent accidental exposure of the CCW compartment contents.
• A stowable gear sling holds bulky or dirty items and tucks away when it is not in use.
• The Rapid Access Pull tab can be repositioned across zippers or swapped for other pull styles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big a laptop fits in the Gamut 18L Sling? The built-in laptop sleeve fits up to a 13-inch device, with a maximum of 14 inches high by 9 inches wide by half an inch deep.

Can the sling take a ballistic panel? Yes. A hidden sleeve inside the CCW compartment allows discreet ballistic panel integration, and Vertx lists the pack as compatible with the Premier Body Armor insert.

How does the 18L compare with the 22L sling? The 18L is the compact option at 2.6 pounds and 17.5 inches high, with a 13-inch laptop sleeve. The Gamut 22L Sling steps up in capacity and takes laptops up to 16 inches.

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