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The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications
The R&B Roller Gear Bag - R&B Fabrications

R&B Fabrications "The Roller" Gear Bag – 6,000 cu. in. Wheeled Duffel

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SKU 197MC-W
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Color: Red

The Ultimate Mobile Storage for Heavy Gear Save your back for the job with the R&B Fabrications Roller Gear Bag, the industry's premier wheeled solution for turnout gear. Combining a massive 6,000 cubic inch capacity with a ruggedized aluminum chassis, this bag allows you to transport a full firefighting ensemble—boots, helmet, coat, and pants—across parking lots, airports, or station bays with effortless ease.

Key Features

  • Heavy-Duty Mobility: Features an expandable aluminum wheel frame and a telescoping handle that extends up to 44", ensuring ample heel clearance while towing.
  • Structured Protection: Built around a 1/8” stress-relieved polypropylene internal skeleton that prevents sagging and protects your gear from impact.
  • "U-Shaped" Rapid Access: The #10 YKK heavy-duty zipper opens the entire top flap, allowing you to step directly into boots or pack bulky items without struggle.
  • All-Weather Durability: Constructed from 1000 Denier Cordura® nylon with a urethane coating to repel water, oil, and dirt, keeping your gear dry and clean.
  • Ground Clearance: Designed to stand vertically or lie horizontally while maintaining a constant 2-inch clearance, keeping the fabric off wet or dirty ground.
  • Serviceable Design: Unlike consumer luggage, the wheel frame and internal plastic skeleton are replaceable, ensuring the bag can be repaired rather than replaced if damaged.

Why It Matters Firefighting gear is heavy, and carrying a fully loaded duffel over one shoulder can lead to fatigue or injury before you even reach the scene. "The Roller" transforms gear transport, offering the durability of a tactical duffel with the convenience of a suitcase. It is the only choice for traveling firefighters or those rotating between stations.

How to Use Extend the retractable handle until it locks into place. Tilt the bag onto its rugged wheels to tow heavy loads. Use the separate zippered end pocket to isolate your SCBA mask or personal items from the dirty PPE in the main compartment. When storing, stand the bag upright on its end—the internal frame will hold it steady.

Technical Overview The bag measures 26" L x 18" H x 13" W, providing the same high volume as the standard "U-Shape" bag but with the added utility of wheels. The Cordura fabric remains soft and flexible even in sub-zero temperatures, preventing cracking in cold climates.

  • Traveling Firefighters / Instructors
  • Relief Crew Personnel
  • Wildland Firefighters (Deployment Bag)
  • Hazmat Technicians
  • Urban Search & Rescue (USAR) Teams
  • Dimensions: 26” L x 18” H x 13” W
  • Volume: 6,000 cu. in.
  • Weight: 120 oz (approx. 7.5 lbs)
  • Material: 1000 Denier Cordura® Nylon (Urethane Coated)
  • Zipper: #10 YKK Heavy-Duty (U-Shape)
  • Frame: Expandable Aluminum with Polypropylene Skeleton
  • Handle: Telescoping (extends to 44”)
  • Colors: Red, Black
  • MPN: 197MC-W (Red), 197BK-W (Black)
📖 Official Resource
Step-by-Step Field Manual
Learn how to properly deploy and stage this equipment in a crisis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the R&B Roller Gear Bag SKU 197BK-W use 1000 denier Cordura® nylon instead of standard nylon?▸

The 1000 denier Cordura® nylon construction with urethane coating provides superior abrasion resistance and liquid repellency specifically engineered for firefighters and emergency responders. This material withstands the harsh conditions of fireground operations, apparatus storage, and repeated transport better than standard gear bags. The R&B Roller Gear Bag's Cordura® fabric resists tears from sharp equipment, repels water and contaminants, and maintains structural integrity even when loaded to its full 6,000 cubic inch capacity.

Can the R&B Roller Gear Bag 197MC-W fit a full SCBA unit plus turnout gear?▸

Yes, the R&B Roller Gear Bag features a dedicated attached end pocket specifically designed for SCBA storage, while the main compartment (13" W x 18" H x 26" L with 6,000 cubic inches capacity) accommodates full turnout gear. The large U-shaped YKK #10 heavy-duty zipper provides wide-mouth access for quick loading of bulky equipment. The expandable aluminum wheel frame and stress-relieved polypropylene skeleton maintain structural integrity even when fully loaded with both SCBA and turnout gear weighing significantly more than the bag's 120 oz. empty weight.

What makes the R&B Fabrications roller frame handle better than standard wheeled gear bags?▸

The R&B Roller Gear Bag's retractable roller frame handle extends up to 44 inches, providing exceptional heel clearance that prevents the bag from hitting your ankles during transport—a common complaint with shorter-handled gear bags. The expandable aluminum wheel frame is mounted on a replaceable stress-relieved polypropylene plastic skeleton, meaning if the frame or skeleton gets damaged during apparatus operations, you can replace just those components rather than buying a new bag. The frame design also maintains 2" ground clearance whether stored vertically or horizontally.

Is the R&B Roller Gear Bag 197BK-W approved for apparatus storage and station use?▸

The R&B Roller Gear Bag is Made in the USA and built to fire service specifications with features ideal for apparatus and station environments. The 1000 denier Cordura® nylon with urethane coating resists the oils, chemicals, and abrasion common in apparatus bays. Heavy-duty 2" nylon webbing carry handles on top and both ends allow multiple firefighters to load/unload from apparatus compartments. The vertical or horizontal storage capability with 2" ground clearance works in tight apparatus compartments, and the liquid-repellent coating protects contents from apparatus wash-down and weather exposure.

How does the R&B Roller Gear Bag MPN 197MC-W compare to standard duffel bags for firefighter deployment?▸

Unlike standard duffel bags, the R&B Roller Gear Bag combines wheeled mobility with firefighter-specific features. The retractable 44" roller handle and aluminum wheel frame eliminate the need to carry 6,000 cubic inches of gear on your shoulder during deployments, reducing fatigue. The replaceable wheel frame and internal skeleton mean this bag can be repaired rather than replaced after damage. The dedicated SCBA end pocket, YKK #10 heavy-duty zipper, and multiple 2" webbing carry handles provide functionality that generic duffel bags lack for emergency response applications.