{"product_id":"pelican-1740-protector-tactical-loadout-hard-case","title":"Pelican 1740 Protector Tactical Loadout Hard Case","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-lead\"\u003eThe Pelican 1740 Protector is a large-format, wheeled hard case designed to transport three AR-style rifles and three pistols in a single organized load, with rifles stored fully configured (suppressors, optics, and sights mounted) so no teardown is required between range days, hunting trips, or competitions. The polypropylene shell is crushproof and waterproof, built to military-grade standards, and manufactured in the USA. This listing covers the Black \/ Empty \/ Double Throw configuration (catalog number 17403AR).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOne Case, Fully Configured\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecision-cut custom foam holds three AR-style rifles, three pistols, and magazines for both without any shifting in transit. Because the layout accommodates mounted accessories, a shooter arrives at the range with gear in exactly the condition it left: no re-zeroing optics, no reassembling suppressors, no hunting for a magazine that slid to the bottom of a bag. That consistency matters when time between stages or between hunts is short.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCrushproof and Waterproof Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe polypropylene body, polymer O-ring seal, and automatic pressure equalization valve work together to keep the interior dry and pressurized correctly across altitude changes, making the case practical for air travel and high-elevation hunts alike. Stainless steel pins and padlock hasps rated for 0.31-inch shackles, combined with reinforced ABS latches, satisfy TSA requirements for checked firearm transport. The case is rated from -40°F to 190°F, so it handles a cold truck bed in January or a hot range day in August without the shell warping or the seal degrading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWheeled for One-Person Transport\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 32.3 lbs empty, a fully loaded 1740 is a substantial carry. Wide-track polyurethane wheels with ball bearings and dual rugged handles let one person move the case across a parking lot, through an airport, or from a vehicle to a firing line without needing a second set of hands. The wheel design is wide enough to stay stable on uneven surfaces rather than tipping on a narrow axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-rifle, three-pistol capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e holds AR-style rifles, pistols, and magazines for both in one organized foam layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransport-ready storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e rifles fit with suppressors, optics, and sights mounted, with no teardown required between sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrushproof, waterproof shell:\u003c\/strong\u003e polypropylene body with polymer O-ring seal and automatic pressure equalization valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTSA-compliant hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless steel padlock hasps, reinforced ABS latches, and 0.31-inch padlock hole diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheeled mobility:\u003c\/strong\u003e wide-track polyurethane wheels with ball bearings and dual handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in USA:\u003c\/strong\u003e manufactured in the United States; backed by a limited lifetime warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eExterior Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e44.16 x 16.09 x 14 in (112.17 x 40.87 x 35.56 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBottom Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e9.57 in (24.31 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTotal Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e12.13 in (30.81 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePadlock Hole Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0.31 in (0.79 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight (empty)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e32.3 lbs (14.65 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBuoyancy\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e267 lbs (121.11 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBody Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePolypropylene\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLatch Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eABS\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eO-Ring Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePolymer\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePins Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePurge Vent Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e3 Micron Hydrophobic Non-Woven\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e-40°F to 190°F (-40°C to 87°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eConfiguration (this listing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBlack \/ Empty \/ Double Throw\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCatalog Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e17403AR\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLimited Lifetime\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Is For and Isn't\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-yes\"\u003eThe 1740 suits competitive shooters, hunters, and range regulars who transport multiple long guns and pistols together and want to arrive with rifles fully configured rather than broken down. Its TSA-compliant hardware makes it a practical choice for air travel with checked firearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-no\"\u003eThis listing is the empty-foam configuration; buyers who need a pre-cut foam layout for a specific firearm combination other than the AR-style rifle and pistol arrangement should verify the included foam matches their kit before ordering. At 44.16 inches long and 32.3 lbs empty, the case requires adequate vehicle cargo space and is not suited to backpack or on-foot carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eDoes the 1740 ship with foam already cut, or is it bare foam?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThis listing of the Pelican 1740 is the Empty \/ Double Throw configuration, meaning the case includes foam in the pre-cut layout designed for three AR-style rifles, three pistols, and their magazines, not a blank pick-and-pluck block. Buyers who need a fully custom layout would need to modify or replace the included foam separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eIs the 1740 approved for checking firearms on a commercial flight?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe Pelican 1740 includes stainless steel padlock hasps with a 0.31-inch padlock hole diameter, reinforced latches, and automatic pressure equalization valves: the hardware combination that meets TSA requirements for checked firearm cases. Travelers should confirm their airline's specific case-size and lock policies before flying, as airline rules vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eCan rifles be stored with optics and suppressors attached?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eYes. The 1740's foam layout is designed specifically to accommodate AR-style rifles with suppressors, optics, and sights mounted, so rifles do not need to be broken down between range sessions, competitions, or hunting trips. The foam holds each rifle in position so mounted accessories do not contact each other or the case walls during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhat is the buoyancy rating, and what does it mean in practice?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe Pelican 1740 has a buoyancy rating of 267 lbs, meaning the sealed case can support that much weight in water before submerging. In practical terms, a loaded 1740 will float if it goes overboard from a boat or is submerged in a flood situation, keeping the contents above water long enough to retrieve the case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eHow does the pressure equalization valve work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe 1740's automatic pressure equalization valve uses a 3-micron hydrophobic non-woven vent material to allow air pressure to equalize between the case interior and the outside environment, which is relevant during altitude changes in aircraft cargo holds or mountain driving, while blocking water and contaminants from entering. 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