How Tough Are Pelican Cases Really?

When you’re transporting mission-critical equipment, durability isn’t optional—it’s essential. Whether you’re managing sensitive drone payloads or coordinating field deployments under pressure, your gear must arrive intact and ready for action. That’s why engineers, program managers, and procurement officers across defense, aerospace, and industrial sectors turn to one name again and again: Pelican.

At Custom Case Pros, we don’t gamble on gear safety. We partner with the most trusted brands in the industry, and Pelican stands at the top for one reason—uncompromising protection under real-world conditions. If your current solution hasn’t been drop tested to military standards, then you’re the one doing the testing—every time your case hits the tarmac, the truck bed, or the job site.

Here’s what makes Pelican cases the gold standard for high-stakes protection—and why they’re often the foundation of our toughest custom builds.

Proven Protection Through Military-Grade Testing
MIL-STD 810G Drop Testing
Pelican cases are rigorously tested to MIL-STD-810G, the U.S. military standard for environmental and durability testing. That means they’re designed to withstand impacts from all angles—corners, edges, and surfaces—under the same abuse you’d expect in field operations, tactical logistics, and fast-paced industrial work.

When your case leaves the shop floor or the hangar, it enters a world where bumps, drops, and rough handling are inevitable. Pelican cases aren’t just “tough-looking”—they’re engineered to absorb impact and maintain structural integrity, keeping your equipment safe in the process.

IP67 Weather Resistance—Reliability in Any Climate
Sealed Against the Elements
Whether your operations take you to desert climates, rainy airfields, or snowy mountaintops, your case needs to handle it all. Pelican’s IP67 rating certifies that the case is fully dust-tight and waterproof—even when submerged in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes.

Pressure Equalization Valves
Each Pelican case includes an automatic pressure equalization valve to prevent vacuum lock during altitude or temperature changes. That means fast deployment and consistent access without compromising the seal, regardless of elevation or atmospheric pressure.

These features aren’t optional in high-stakes operations—they’re baseline requirements. That’s why we trust Pelican when weather unpredictability isn’t a variable, but a constant.

Structural Integrity That Withstands Abuse
Engineered for the Long Haul
Pelican cases are built from high-impact structural co-polymers, designed to endure repetitive impact, UV exposure, and chemical resistance. Reinforced hinges, stainless steel hardware, and double-throw latches create a closure system that stays locked under pressure but opens easily when needed.

We’ve seen Pelican cases survive gear drops off loading docks, dragging across gravel tarmacs, and even accidental runovers—without compromising the payload inside. Their resilience is more than anecdotal; it’s engineered into every unit.

Custom Interiors for Unmatched Security
Tough cases are only half the equation. Without proper internal support, even the strongest exterior can’t guarantee protection. That’s why we integrate precision-cut custom foam interiors tailored to your specific equipment.

Whether you’re carrying UAVs, cameras, sensors, or field instrumentation, our team works closely with you to ensure every component is immobilized, isolated, and protected—down to the millimeter.

This inside-out approach to design means that even if your case takes a beating, your equipment doesn’t.

The Bottom Line: Field-Tested, Mission-Ready
When failure isn’t an option, you need protection that’s proven, not promised. Pelican cases deliver a level of ruggedness that’s been validated in the field, under pressure, and over time. At Custom Case Pros, we enhance that foundation with intelligent, purpose-built interiors that match the stakes of your mission.

If you’re ready to upgrade your transport solutions and eliminate downtime from damaged gear, it’s time to build with confidence. Start a consultation today and discover how our custom case and foam solutions can streamline your workflow and elevate your protection strategy.

When your mission demands protection, we deliver precision—case by case.