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Government, military, and defense cases protect mission equipment through deployment, field use, and repeated transport. Many models are tested to MIL-STD 810H or rated ATA 300 Category I, with lockable, waterproof hard shells. Shop shock-isolated rack cases, Starlink and Motorola APX radio cases, rugged laptop and server cases, lockable weapons cases, and oversized transit cases from SKB, Pelican, Gemstar, Nanuk, and our own Specialty Cases line.
Mission-Ready Protective Cases
MIL-STD 810H & ATA 300 Options Lockable & Waterproof Shock-Isolated Racks
From C4ISR rack gear to rifles and rugged laptops, each case is chosen for the way defense equipment actually travels.
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Procurement ready: CAGE code 1MJB0, NAICS 326199, a Section 889 compliance form, and Net 30 terms for approved accounts.
Mission-ready protective cases
Use this page to narrow cases by the equipment you deploy. Each mission below opens this page filtered to that equipment type, and the filters on the left narrow further by brand, interior, wheels, water protection, and certification.
Shop by mission
Start with the mission, then narrow by size, interior, and certification. Each card opens this page filtered to that equipment type.
Waterproof, pad-lockable SKB Field-Ready cases cut for Starlink Mini, Standard, and High Performance antennas, Motorola APX radios and chargers, plus half-rack cases for compact comms.
Best for: Satellite terminals, radio kits, and field communications.
SKB and Gator shock racks that suspend the 19-inch frame on isolators, in rack depths from 20 inches up to 30 inches, plus SKB iSeries fly racks for air transport.
Best for: C4ISR, signal, and computing gear that travels by vehicle, air, or freight.
SKB Field-Ready cases for rugged laptops, our Specialty Cases multiple laptop and server shipping cases, and molded display cases for command post screens.
Best for: Laptop fleets, servers, and displays deployed to the field.
Lockable rifle, pistol, multi-gun, and ammo cases from SKB, Pelican, Nanuk, and Seahorse, with foam that holds each firearm and optic in place.
Best for: Armory storage, range transport, and deployment.
Large and oversized SKB rSeries and Gemstar Stronghold transit cases built to be stacked, palletized, and moved with two people or a forklift.
Best for: Unit equipment, generators, and bulk gear shipped as one load.
Waterproof SKB iSeries, Pelican Protector and Storm, and Gemstar cases with foam or divider interiors, many tested to MIL-STD 810H.
Best for: Optics, night vision, drones, test sets, and medical kits.
Defense case selection guide
A good defense case starts with the equipment, then the way it moves, then the standards the program requires.
Record dimensions, weight, rack units, or device counts, plus the accessories, cables, and spares that travel with it.
Vehicle, air, and freight each call for different protection: shock-isolated racks for sensitive electronics, stackable roto-molded cases for palletized loads, lockable cases for weapons and controlled items.
Check each product page for the certifications your program requires, such as MIL-STD 810H, ATA 300 Category I, or an IP rating, and filter by Certifications to narrow the list.
Government and defense FAQs
MIL-STD 810H is the Department of Defense standard for environmental test methods, covering conditions like drop, vibration, immersion, temperature, and humidity. Manufacturers test cases to specific methods within the standard, so check each product page for the tests that apply to that model.
ATA Spec 300 is the airline industry standard for reusable shipping containers. Category I cases are designed to withstand at least 100 round trips of airline handling.
Choose a shock rack when rack-mount electronics are sensitive to impact or vibration, or when the case travels by vehicle, air, or freight. The frame floats on shock isolators inside the outer shell, so impacts are absorbed before they reach the equipment.
Yes. Section 889 of the FY2019 National Defense Authorization Act restricts federal purchases of certain telecommunications equipment. Our Section 889 compliance form is available for download, along with our W-9.
Yes. Request a quote for purchase orders, quantity pricing, and custom foam, and apply for credit approval if your agency or company needs terms.
Procurement support
Specialty Cases supports agencies, units, and contractors with formal quotes, purchase orders, quantity pricing, and custom foam. CAGE Code 1MJB0, NAICS 326199.
Request a formal quote for purchase orders, quantity pricing, and custom foam.
Apply for credit approval if your agency or company needs terms.
Compare missions
Use this comparison to match the mission to the case type and the standards to check before you order.
Swipe horizontally to compare missions.
| Mission | Typical equipment | Look for | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tactical Communications | Starlink terminals, APX radios, chargers | Device-cut foam, waterproof, pad-lockable | View Comms Cases |
| Rack-Mount Electronics | C4ISR, signal, and network rack gear | Shock isolation, rack depth, ATA 300 | View Rack Cases |
| Rugged IT | Rugged laptops, servers, displays | Slot fit, wheels, watertight | View IT Cases |
| Weapons & Optics | Rifles, pistols, optics, ammunition | Lock points, foam fit, interior length | View Weapons Cases |
| Unit Deployment | Bulk gear, generators, unit kits | Stackable, forklift-ready, MIL-STD 810H | View Transit Cases |
| Field Kits | Optics, drones, test sets, medical kits | Waterproof, foam or dividers, IP rating | View Field Cases |
Dimensions, weight, and device counts are the first fit check for every mission.
Vehicle, air, and freight each change the protection a case needs.
Certifications differ by model, so confirm MIL-STD and ATA ratings on each product page.
Share the equipment, quantity, transport method, required standards, and delivery timeline. Our team can recommend cases and prepare a formal quote.
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