1730 Pelican Protector Case, ID: 34″ x 24″ x 12.50″

Description Pelican 1730 Foam Filled cases have interior foam as follows : 5 total pieces of Polyurethane foam layers that include 3 piece(s), 3.00″ thick Pick ‘N’ Pluck; 1 piece 1″ thick solid foam on bottom & 1 piece convoluted foam for the lid. Pelican 1730 sits in the same family as the 1700/1720 long cases—but it’s a larger, wheeled version built for heavier and longer gear. Think of it as a “rolling long case” instead of a carry-only one. Key Features Watertight, crushproof, dustproof (O-ring sealed) High-impact polypropylene shell (extreme durability) Built-in wheels retractable handle (huge upgrade over 1700) Double-throw latches padlock protectors Automatic pressure equalization valve (air travel safe) Designed for military, field, and industrial transport Size & Form Factor Interior: 34″ × 24″ × 12.5″ (approx.) Much wider and deeper than the 1700 series Shorter than ultra-long rifle cases (like 1750), but bulkier Can hold long gear additional bulk items More like a hybrid between a long case and a trunk Interior Options Foam (Pick N Pluck™) → best for fragile gear No Foam (empty) → for custom layouts or large items Custom foam inserts / TrekPak (aftermarket) → pro setups What It’s Best For Firearms / tactical gear (multiple or broken-down setups) Camera & video production kits (tripods bodies accessories together) Lighting kits / stands Tools & field equipment Expedition / overlanding gear 1730 vs Similar Models 1700: Slim, no wheels → portable but limited capacity 1720: Longer than 1700 wheels, still slim 1730: Wider deeper wheeled (much more capacity) 1750: Longer but narrower (rifle-focused) Simple breakdown: 1700 = slim & light 1720 = long wheeled 1730 = long bulky max versatility Pros & Cons  Pros Combines length storage volume Wheels make heavy loads manageable Extremely rugged (true transport-grade case) More versatile than narrow long cases  Cons Gets very heavy when fully loaded Not airline-friendly for most travelers Bulkier than typical long cases Bottom Line The Pelican 1730 is ideal if: A 1700/1720 feels too narrow or shallow You want one case instead of multiple smaller ones You need both length AND volume It’s basically a mobile gear crate for long equipment—less specialized than rifle cases, more flexible for mixed gear.