Peli Air Case 1606 50-liter checked luggage suitcase

The Peli Air 1606 is a large-format wheeled case built for professionals who travel heavy — but still need to move fast. With a 50-litre interior and HPX²™ polymer construction that weighs up to 40% less than conventional polypropylene, this is a case that earns its keep in airline holds, expedition vehicles, film production trucks and field research stations. Colour: black.

Why Size and Weight Matter Here

At 50 litres, the 1606 holds enough gear for a full professional kit: a cinema camera body and complete lens set, a full dive setup, a rack of scientific instruments, or anything else that needs to move protected across long distances. Because the HPX²™ shell is lighter than conventional alternatives at the same capacity, you spend less of your check-in allowance on the case itself — leaving more weight budget for what goes inside.

Roll, Handle, Carry — Three Ways to Move It

The 1606 ships with a retractable extension trolley handle that telescopes to a comfortable rolling height, paired with quiet stainless-steel bearing wheels that run smoothly on airport floors, cargo ramps and rough surfaces. A fold-down over-moulded carry handle lets you lift the case into a vehicle, onto a shelf or into an overhead bin without a trolley. Wherever you're going, the case moves with you.

Pick N Pluck™ Foam — Built Around Your Kit

The user-customisable Pick N Pluck™ foam interior lets you pull out pre-scored cubes to create a precise recess for every piece of equipment. Cameras, lenses, housings, dive regulators, measuring instruments — each item rests in its own pocket, held from every side. If your loadout changes, the foam can be reconfigured to fit a new arrangement without tools or adhesive.

Protection Credentials

• Waterproof, Crushproof, Dustproof — IP67 rated and MIL-SPEC certified, independently verified for military and industrial environments.
• HPX²™ Polymer Shell — up to 40% lighter than standard polypropylene with no reduction in structural strength.
• Waterproof O-ring Seal — a continuous perimeter seal that locks out water and dust even under full submersion.
• Automatic Pressure Equalization Valve — self-regulates during altitude changes and flight, preventing internal pressure build-up and blocking moisture ingress.
• Press and Pull™ Latches — secure one-hand closure, firmly seated in transit, rated for thousands of open-close cycles.
• Stainless Steel Padlock Protectors — two reinforced hasps for a padlock that cannot be pried free from the case body.
• Business Card Holder — exterior ID slot for quick identification at baggage claim or cargo handoff.
• Limited Lifetime Warranty — Peli guarantees this case against defects in materials and workmanship for as long as you own it.

Who Flies With the 1606?

Camera crews checking in full cinema packages. Scientific expedition teams packing calibrated instruments that cannot be replaced in the field. Dive professionals who need every regulator, controller and sensor to arrive intact. Law enforcement and military logistics teams who cannot accept a damaged load. The Peli Air 1606 fits any hold, handles any ground crew, and delivers its contents exactly as packed.