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Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest 40L vs Six Moon Designs Swift X

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

Six Moon Designs Swift X is the lighter option — 31 g lighter than the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest 40L (4% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.
Spec Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest 40L Six Moon Designs Swift X
Weight 796 g · 0.796 kg · 1.75 lb 765 g · 0.765 kg · 1.69 lb
Brand Hyperlite Mountain Gear Six Moon Designs
Category Backpack Backpack
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest 40L
796 g

Ultralight 40L pack in Dyneema Composite Fabric with roll-top closure, hip belt pockets, and a structured back panel for comfort on demanding trails.

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Six Moon Designs Swift X
765 g

Highly configurable 50L ultralight pack with removable stay, hip belt and vest harness options to dial in fit and weight.

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Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest 40L vs Six Moon Designs Swift X: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the Six Moon Designs Swift X wins — at 765 g it is 31 g (4%) lighter than the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest 40L (796 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.

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