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Advanced Elements Packlite+ Packraft

Rated 5.00 out of 5

These are the key technical numbers to know, to understand what this packraft can handle.

Spec	Value
Length (inflated)	~ 7 ft 3 in (≈ 221 cm)
Width	~ 39 in (≈ 99 cm)
Weight (full/touring mode)	~ 13.4 lbs (≈ 6.1 kg)—including seat + floor + all components
Weight (seat but no floor — “comfy backcountry” mode)	~ 8.4 lbs (≈ 3.8 kg)
Weight (raft only, ultralite mode, no seat or floor)	~ 7.0 lbs (≈ 3.2 kg)
Pack-Down Size	~ 16″ × 15″ × 5″ (≈ 41 × 38 × 13 cm) when packed, with all or some components removed depending on mode.
Number of Air Chambers	2
Intended Use / Water Types	Lakes, bays, calm rivers (Class I-II) — not designed for high seas, heavy whitewater.

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Here are the key technical specifications:

Spec	Value
Length	~ 13 ft (≈ 396 cm)
Width	~ 33 in (≈ 84 cm)
Weight (boat only)	~ 39 lbs (≈ 17.7 kg)
Max Load Capacity	~ 300 lbs (≈ 136 kg)
Folded / Packed Dimensions	~ 34″ × 19″ × 11″ (≈ 86 × 48 × 28 cm)
Air Chambers	2 chambers
Material	Heavy-duty PVC tarpaulin outer, drop-stitch inner floor/hull chamber

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Rated 5.00 out of 5

Here are the concrete numbers to help you judge performance, capacity, portability:

Spec	Value
Length (inflated)	~ 8 ft 4 in (~ 2.54 m)
Width (beam)	~ 34 in (~ 86-87 cm)
Weight (boat alone)	~ 23 lbs (~ 10 kg)
Maximum Load Capacity	~ 250 lbs (~ 113 kg) (one person + gear)
Folded / Packed Size	~ 29 in × 18 in × 5 in (≈ 74 × 46 × 13 cm)
Number of Chambers	6 separate air chambers for safety and performance redundancy
Max Paddler Height (recommended)	Up to ~ 6′2″ (≈ 188 cm) paddler height is feasible, though legroom may feel a bit tight for taller users.

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Here’s what the specs look like, to help you see performance, size, capacity:

Spec	Value
Length	~ 15 ft (≈ 4.57 m)
Width	~ 32 in (≈ 81-82 cm)
Weight	~ 52 lbs (≈ 23.5 kg) for the standard model (Elite and non-Elite similar, Elite includes drop-stitch floor)
Maximum Load / Weight Capacity	~ 550 lbs (≈ 249 kg) total load (paddlers + gear)
Number of Chambers	6 air chambers
Packed / Folded Dimensions	~ 35″ × 21″ × 12″ (≈ 89 × 53 × 30 cm) when deflated and stored in its duffel or bag.
Material / Durability	Outer fabric often triple-layer, rip-stop, PVC coated, reinforced seams; Elite version includes drop-stitch floor for higher floor rigidity.

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Here are the measurable specs to know before buying:

Spec	Value
Length	~ 14 ft 6 in (≈ 442-446 cm)
Width (Beam)	~ 37 in (≈ 94 cm)
Weight (Kayak with seats)	~ 52 lbs (≈ 23.5 kg)
Maximum Load / Capacity	~ 550 lbs (≈ 249-250 kg)
Folded / Packed Size	~ 38.5″ × 19.5″ × 7″ (≈ 98 × 50 × 18 cm)
Number of Chambers	2 (hull / floor chambers)
Material	Drop-stitch core + PVC tarpaulin skin

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Here are the numbers to know (approximate, per manufacturer and retailers):

Spec	Value
Length	13 ft (≈ 3.96 m)
Width (Beam)	35 in (≈ 89-90 cm)
Weight (Hull + basic components)	~ 41 lbs (≈ 18.6 kg)
Max Load / Capacity	~ 500 lbs (approximately 227 kg) for tandem use including gear / occupants.
Folded / Packed Size	~ 38″ × 21″ × 13″ (≈ 97 × 53 × 33 cm) when deflated and packed.
Number of Chambers	3 air chambers for the main inflatable parts.
Warranty	1 year (limited) by Advanced Elements.

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Here are the core dimensions and performance specs:

Parameter	Value
Length	11 ft 10 in (≈ 3.61 m)
Width (Beam)	34 in (≈ 86 cm)
Weight (Hull only, bare)	77 lbs (≈ 35 kg)
Maximum Load Capacity	450 lbs (≈ 204 kg)
Hull Type / Draft & Rocker	Medium rocker, shallow-draft keel, with features for tracking and performance in various water types

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