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ZARGES K470-40678 aluminum case, closed, front three-quarter view with latches and side handle
Open ZARGES K470-40678 case loaded with climbing rope and carabiners beside a dark SUV in the snow
ZARGES K470-40678 case, closed, on an outdoor mat beside an Airstream trailer's entry steps
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ZARGES K470-40678 case with lid open, empty interior and safety labels inside the lid
ZARGES K470-40678 case with lid open, black foam insert with cutouts and foam-lined lid
SKU: 40678

K470-40678

21.65" × 13.78" × 12.2"Interior
60LVolume
22.95" × 15.28" × 13.26"Exterior
11 lbsWeight
$484.00
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Up to 50%
Lighter than
plastic
Up to 20%
More interior
volume
−238°F to +302°F
Temperature
stability
2,000 lb
Stacking
capacity
MIL-STD-810
Military
tested
IP54
Dust &
water

K470-40678

Zarges K470-40678 Aluminum Case

This case delivers military-grade protection in a compact, sleek design. Engineered to withstand extreme conditions, it safeguards gear from impact, dust, water, and even over 2,000 lbs of stacked weight.

The 40678 shares the same footprint as the following ZARGES cases, allowing them to stack securely and seamlessly together: 31013203, 40568, 31013204, 40810, 31013205, and 40564.

Why Zarges?

  • Lighter: Up to 50% lighter than plastic and 70% lighter than roadie cases

  • Stronger: MIL-STD-810 tested, dust & water resistant

  • Roomier: Up to 20% more interior space in a smaller footprint

  • Customizable: 50+ standard sizes, custom interiors, wide range of accessories

  • Certified: UN Packing Group I approved, UN label ordered separately

Key Features:

  • Lightweight aluminum sheet body with greater interior volume than plastic alternatives

  • Temperature-stable from −238°F to +302°F

  • Cast-aluminum stacking corners and fully welded frame

  • IP54 sealed against dust and splashing water

  • Secure latches, lockable with padlocks or seals

  • Locking hasps accept TSA locks

  • Made in Germany, 10-year warranty

  • Customizable Interior Options (production lead time begins after final design approval; see our Custom Foam Design Requirements)
  • IGBC Certified-Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee Certification (Order Label Separately)

Whether traveling, storing, or operating in the field, a Zarges case delivers luxuriously rugged military-grade protection and peace of mind.

Want to learn more? Head on over to the About Us page.

Dimensions & weight
Model / SKU40678
Interior (L × W × H)21.65" × 13.78" × 12.2"
Exterior (L × W × H)22.95" × 15.28" × 13.26"
Clearance (L × W)20.63" × 12.76"
Volume60L
Weight (empty)11 lbs
MaterialAircraft-grade aluminum
ProtectionIP54 / MIL-STD-810
Temperature stability−238°F to +302°F
Made inGermany
Warranty10 years

Confirm fit before you order: all dimensions nominal ±2mm; internal dimensions with lid closed.

Size, to scale
ZARGES5′10″1′1″ tall

K470-40678 — Around shin height on a 5′10″ adult.

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Certified & tested
MIL-STD-810
Tested to US military methods for salt fog and fungus.
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IP54 Rated
Sealed against dust and splashing water from any direction.
IGBC Bear Certified
Certified bear-resistant container — approved for use in national parks.
TSA Compliant
Accepted as checked baggage on major airlines. Locking hasps accept TSA locks.
Registered US Gov Supplier
CAGE code 51YQ0 — available for direct federal procurement.

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Still have questions? , contact us or call 704-357-6285.

Built past the spec

Overkill is
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Every ZARGES case is built well past what its job requires, and backed by a 10‑year warranty, so you buy it once. Not sure which size? The Case Finder matches your gear to the right one.