Preparedness Loadout

Bug-Out Bag Weight Calculator

Build a realistic emergency bag weight from water, food, shelter, medical, power, tools, clothing, and documents before the kit becomes uncarryable.

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Change the inputs and the result cards update instantly. Treat the output as a decision screen, not a final quote.

Carrier body weight (lb) Water weight (lb) Food weight (lb) Shelter/clothing weight (lb) Medical/hygiene weight (lb) Tools/power/documents weight (lb) Empty pack weight (lb)

Formula note: Total bag weight sums category weights and compares against body-weight carry guidance.

Total bag weight—

Body-weight load—

Load band—

Planning estimate

Use the result to decide whether the next step deserves time, money, or a deeper review.

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Use the number before you move.

Change one assumption at a time, then compare the result against the decision you are about to make.

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