1740 Pelican Protector Case ID: 40.98″ x 12.92″ x 12.13″

Description Pelican Case 1740 Foam Filled shipping 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. Key Features Watertight, crushproof, dustproof (O-ring sealed) High-impact polypropylene shell for extreme durability Wide-track wheels retractable handle → built for heavy loads Dual large handles (team carry friendly) Automatic pressure equalization valve (air travel ready) Padlock protectors stainless steel hardware Size & Form Factor (What makes it different) Interior: 41″ × 12.9″ × 12.1″ Long, but also deeper than most long cases Fits long gear AND thicker/bulkier setups Not just a rifle case—it’s closer to a rolling equipment container Interior Options Foam (Pick N Pluck™) Customizable foam interior Best for: firearms, optics, camera rigs, delicate gear No Foam (1740NF) Empty interior for custom layouts Best for: tools, oddly shaped equipment, bulk packing Custom Inserts (aftermarket) Precision foam or divider systems Ideal for pro or repeat-use setups What It’s Best For Firearms / tactical gear (including multiple or large setups) Camera & video production kits (tripods, sliders, rigs) Lighting equipment Surveying / industrial tools Outdoor / expedition gear How It Compares 1700: Slim, no wheels → lightweight, limited capacity 1720: Longer but still narrow 1730: Wider, more general-purpose 1740: Longest deep wheeled (max long-case capacity) Pros & Cons Pros Huge capacity for long gear Wheels make heavy loads manageable Very versatile (not just rifles) Built like a tank (true transport-grade) Cons Heavy when loaded (this is a big one) Large footprint (not convenient for tight spaces) Overkill unless you truly need the size Bottom Line The Pelican 1740 is essentially a “long gear trunk on wheels.”If a 1700 or 1720 feels too narrow—or a 1730 still isn’t long enough—this is the model where space stops being a limitation.