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THE MOST STREAMLINED WAY TO CARRY THE WEIGHT
The Ruck Plate Carrier® (aka RPC) houses a Ruck Plate® perfectly and is worn high and tight on your back for natural stability. Your chest stays open so you can breathe better to ruck longer.
The RPC is built for comfort under weight, with a padded top handle, cushioned plate pocket, ergonomic lumbar support, and a non-abrasive back panel and shoulder straps — so comfortable you can wear it against your skin, no friction burn, no problem.
When in doubt, start with 20LBS.
If you have big traps, go with the RPC LONG.
FEATURES & SPECS
Lumbar padding supports the natural curve of your back
Lumbar Support: 20MM EVA Foam Padding on Standard and Long, 25MM EVA Foam Padding on the Heavy
Ruck Plate® (Standard) Pocket Dimensions: 9.75"W x 11.75"H x 1.5"D
Ruck Plate® (Long) Pocket Dimensions: 10"W x 15.25"H x 1.5"D
Ruck Plate® (Heavy) Pocket Dimensions: (2 Long Pockets) 10"W x 15.25"H x 1.5"D
Total exterior dimensions: 10"W x 16"H x 4.75"D
Shoulder Strap: 16.8"L x 2.8"W
Sternum Strap: 17" - 7.5"L x 1"W
RUCK PLATE® COMPATIBILITY
The Ruck Plate Carrier® (Standard) is ideal for carrying 10LB, 20LB, or 30LB Standard Ruck Plates®. It’s the perfect place to start if you’re new to rucking or want to add some extra suck to your workouts. The Ruck Plate Carrier® (Long) fits a 30LB Long or 45LB Long plate and is ideal if you’re a larger guy. The Ruck Plate Carrier® (Heavy) carries up to two 45lb plates (or a 45 + a 30 Long, etc.) for your toughest rucks.
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Purpose Built for Ruck Plates®
The Ruck Plate Carrier® (Standard) is ideal for carrying 10 lb, 20 lb, or 30 lb Standard Ruck Plates®. It’s the perfect place to start if you’re new to rucking or want to add some extra suck to your workouts. The Ruck Plate Carrier® (Long) fits a 30 lb Long or 45 lb Long plate and is ideal if you’re a larger guy. The Ruck Plate Carrier® (Heavy) carries up to two 45 lb plates (or a 45 + a 30 Long, etc.) for your toughest rucks.
Zero Irritation When Rucking Shirtless
Say goodbye to friction burn. All-new 210D HT (High Tenacity) CORDURA on the back panel and underside of the shoulder straps is less abrasive and doesn't irritate skin or chew up delicate apparel.
Ergonomic Lumbar Support
An extra 10mm of EVA foam padding at the bottom of the back panel supports your spine’s natural curve. It’s raised to reduce friction from seams, and even if it’s against bare skin, it won’t rub you the wrong way.
Extra Padded Straps + Top Lid
The shoulder straps are extra padded so you can carry the weight more comfortably. Plus, tons of padding (1" thick) at the top to protect during dynamic movements. Our dual-density foam will not collapse under the pressure.
Overbuilt Construction
Overbuilt with military-grade materials like 1050D Ballistic CORDURA, reinforced at every stress point, and field-tested in the harshest conditions.
Keeps Chest Open
Keeping the weight off your chest and fully on your back opens up your lungs — so you can breathe easier, move better, and ruck longer. Free your chest with Rule #1: Always Look Cool.
Easy to Clean
There’s no spacer mesh on the RPC so it doesn’t absorb all the stink. Just spray it down with a hose and scrub with soapy water if needed. Hang to dry.
Ruck Plate Carrier®
Overall rating: 4.646488 / 5 from 2164 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Ruck Plate Carrier 3.0 is highly regarded for its excellent fit, quality, and comfort, making it ideal for workouts and rucking. Customers appreciate its ergonomic design and padded features, though some find the straps less comfortable.
Summary topics
Fit (18%): A significant number of customers remarked that the fit of the product is great and it fits perfectly.
Ruck (6%): It was reported by customers that the ruck is great and perfect for workouts or short range rucks.
Pack (5%): It was highlighted by customers that the pack is great, awesome, and the best they have ever owned.
Carry (17%): Many customers remarked that the Ruck Plate Carrier is great, amazing, and of high quality.
Gear (5%): It was observed by customers that the gear is great, awesome, high quality, and well constructed.
"Obviously a pack carries more but the carrier is functional for calisthenic workouts." — John C.
"High quality plate carrier and a great workout." — Frank G.
"This carrier is great--the weight doesn't flop around and pound your back and the padded shoulder straps don't dig in." — Susan W.
Reviews
Ruck plate
"Very good quality ! Size L is perfect for a person of 1,80m and long trunk like me. You can adjust all straps I prefer to wear it on my lower back I feel more confortable Paddîng is sufficient"
— Jean-Marc R. (5/5)
Didn't work for me
"Overall, I love the idea of a purpose built, low profile rucking pack. But this one isn't it. It is so incredibly small. I'm not a small person (6'4" 280 lbs) but I assume a large portion of buyers for this product aren't either, given it is marketed as a fitness/weight loss item. The padded portion of the shoulder straps barely made it around the front on my shoulders causing the plastic hardware to sit right in my armpit. Not ideal when packing a large amount of weight. If you wear a shirt size larger than XL, I would skip this one."
— S (3/5)
RPC 3. 0 – regular (short) version
"what’s not to like about it? … it’s not an OSPREY hiking pack, so: feeling the weight and being able to carry it (somewhat comfortably) is alright and how it’s supposed to be (–> good for me). best imho is, the RPC will probably never fail or break on me, it’s B O M B P R O O F. but if it still does… i can get it repaired for free! GORUCK! i will most likely still buy another one, because i 'need' another color 😂:hands_heart_light_skin_tone:"
— Christian M. (5/5)
Well made
"It is really pulling hard on my shoulders. A bit painful. I’m adjusting the pack to hopefully alleviate it Maybe I should have gotten the tall version"
— brad b. (3/5)
It’s really good and has
"It’s really good and has time pretty rugged points. I felt like I needed to be gentle with readjusting the chest strap so I didn’t break the plastic piece. It’s great but think it could have a some more to it like a pocket and a little more padding. I also have the shoulder straps digging into me so there’s some getting used to on my end but if better straps would help then I’d take it"
— Malcolm A. (4/5)
A+ Plate Carrier
"I’m really pleased with this purchase. Super high quality construction and I’m happy it’s made in the USA. I did however purchased my 30lb weight from Yes 4 All on Amazon. Much better price and good quality."
— Sal L. (5/5)
Live it
"Love the quality of the pack. Really has upped my power walk game."
— Adam K. (5/5)
Great Ruck for Morning PT
"This great and snug to the body. Weight is easily kept high and the shoulder straps seem pretty durable."
— Alexander c. (5/5)
Amazing carrier, fits perfect. Great
"Amazing carrier, fits perfect. Great for posture and strength. Easy to store and easy to change out plates."
— Lauren B. (5/5)
"Non conoscevo il mondo della Goruk, secondo il mio umile parere sono dei grandi. Cordiali Saluti👋🌹"
— Riza (5/5)
Q&A
Will the longer ruck plate I already own work in the RPC?
No, the longer plates (for GR1) are not compatible in the RPC
New to Rucking and trying to find a durable bag for Ruck events and like the plate carrier but would be allowed. Noob question
For events, the Rucker would be a better choice as it can also fit a hydration bladder, extra clothes and food.
Hi, I have a 30lb plate (the longer 14") in my 15L Bullet Ruck which I don't think is appropriate for this pack. But I also have a pair of the 10lb plates. Any reason I couldn't stack those in the RPC instead of buying a new 20lb plate?
The RPC was designed to fit the 20 and 30lb ruck plates. The two 10lb plates could work for just rucking, but wouldn't be recommended for PT as they may shift around.
Would a 10# ruck plate fit in this carrier?
A 10lb plate will fit inside, but may move around due to its smaller shape
Is there a way to make it heavier than 30 lbs if it becomes too easy? Will there be any heavier plates made for this model?
For heavier weight check out our 20L and 25L Ruckers
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