Pelican’s new CRATE series redefines vehicle storage with modular, IP67-rated cases featuring tool-free ModRail mounting and configurable interiors. Paired with The Mounting Company’s quick-release aluminum mounts, the system delivers secure, accessible cargo management built to outlast your rig.
Pelican CRATE Series and The Mounting Company’s Quick-Release Mounts
If you were at Overland Expo West 2026, you may have spotted the new Pelican CRATE Series in person. Designed as more than just another storage container, the CRATE platform represents Pelican’s entry into modular vehicle storage and configurable cargo management.
Loaded with features and built with the same DNA that Pelican has utilized for decades, the new CRATE cases establish a new standard for modular vehicle storage and overlanding gear organization.
Combined with The Mounting Company’s quick-release mounting system, they create a complete cargo solution designed for overland vehicles, work trucks, and adventure rigs alike.
Pelican CRATE 45L and 90L: IP67-Rated Modular Storage Cases
Pelican hardly needs an introduction. For more than 50 years, the company has built cases trusted by military personnel, first responders, photographers, and adventurers to protect valuable equipment in demanding environments.
The CRATE Series is Pelican’s answer to the growing demand for configurable vehicle storage systems. Rather than simply offering another hard case, Pelican has developed a modular storage ecosystem that can adapt to a wide variety of applications.
Built for Overlanding Storage and Organization
Available in 45L ($224.95) and 90L ($299.95) capacities, the CRATE cases are molded from Pelican’s proprietary HPXC polymer and carry an IP67 rating. That means they function as waterproof and dustproof storage solutions capable of withstanding full water immersion up to one meter for 30 minutes.
At their respective price points, the CRATE models position themselves as premium modular storage solutions aimed at users who demand long-term durability and flexibility.
Whether you’re organizing recovery gear for a week-long overland trip, storing camping equipment for a family adventure, or securing camera equipment for backcountry photography, the CRATE system is designed to adapt to the task.
ModRail System: How CRATE Differs From Traditional Pelican Cases
The exterior is where the CRATE Series separates itself from traditional Pelican cases. Unlike conventional Pelican cases that rely on foam interiors and offer limited exterior mounting options, the CRATE platform incorporates Pelican’s ModRail system to transform the outside of the case into a fully configurable storage and mounting surface.
The ModRail system accepts Pelican accessories as well as standard T-slot-compatible attachments without requiring tools. Users can mount shovels, recovery boards, axes, or other equipment that may be better stored outside the case.
The lid can be opened from either side, allowing it to hinge in either direction or be completely removed when maximum access is needed.
Inside, the modular theme continues. Optional iMOLLE lid panels, interior dividers, and configurable trays allow users to create a customized vehicle organization system tailored to their gear and travel style.
The ModRail system also provides multiple tie-down points for securing the case to a vehicle. For users looking for a dedicated quick-release cargo system, Pelican partnered with The Mounting Company.
The Mounting Company CR45 and CR90: Quick-Release Aluminum Mounts
Pelican built a waterproof case worth protecting. The Mounting Company built the quick-release mount that ensures you can actually access it.
Designed specifically for the CRATE ecosystem, the CR45 and CR90 mounts are machined from aircraft-grade aluminum and utilize a patented self-aligning quick-release mechanism.
Tool-Free Quick-Release Design
The result is a tool-free mounting system that allows users to secure or remove their CRATE in seconds. Lock it down when you’re headed for the trail and release it just as quickly when it’s time to unload camp or access gear.
A stainless-steel quick-release pin block and 316 stainless hardware help resist corrosion in harsh environments, while the lockable design adds security for both the case and its contents.
Compatible With Roof Racks, Bed Racks, and MOLLE Panels
The mounts are compatible with roof rack storage systems, truck bed storage platforms, bed racks, MOLLE panels, boats, trailers, and a variety of other mounting surfaces.
Whether your vehicle is a Toyota Tacoma, Toyota 4Runner, Jeep Wrangler, or a full-size overland truck, the system is designed to keep critical gear secure yet easily accessible.
Compared to many traditional vehicle storage systems that require tools or extensive hardware to remove a case, the quick-release design significantly improves access and deployment speed.
Why Pair Pelican CRATE With The Mounting Company Mounts
Pelican’s CRATE delivers a modular, purpose-built storage system that can be configured for virtually any adventure.
The Mounting Company’s quick-release mounts complement that flexibility by making deployment and removal fast and simple.
Together, they create a configurable vehicle storage solution that is ideal for overland vehicles, expedition builds, work trucks, and outdoor enthusiasts who frequently reconfigure their cargo areas.
If you’re building a storage system that can outlast your current vehicle and transfer easily to your next one, the combination of Pelican’s waterproof overlanding cases and The Mounting Company’s quick-release cargo system deserves a close look.
Learn more about Pelican CRATE and Quick-Release Mounts
Pelican CRATE 45L and 90L are available now at pelican.com. The CR45 and CR90 mounts are available at themountingcompany.com
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