
Pelican 50 Quart Elite Cooler Ice Chest
Pelican 50QT Elite Cooler delivers days of ice retention with rugged, American-made construction and a lifetime guarantee.
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Overview
Key Features
VOLUME: True 50 quart internal volume (holds 34 cans)
EXTREME ICE RETENTION: 2 inches of polyurethane insulation with a freezer-grade gasket delivers extreme ice retention
FEATURES: Molded-in handles, 4 self-draining molded-in cup holders, molded-in fish ruler, unique press & pull latches, anti-shear hinge system
FEATURES: Reinforced lock hasp with built-in stainless steel bottle opener, molded-in tie-down slots, sloped drain with tethered drain cap, non-skid rubber feet
MADE IN THE USA: Pelican's legendary motto—"You break it, we replace it. Forever!"
Specifications
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- 2 inches of polyurethane insulation with a freezer-grade gasket provides multi-day ice retention
- Made in the USA with a lifetime "you break it, we replace it" guarantee
- Molded-in features include cup holders, fish ruler, tie-down slots, and a stainless steel bottle opener
- Press-and-pull latches open easily with one hand yet seal securely
- Non-skid rubber feet prevent sliding on boat decks and truck beds
👎 Cons
- At 50 quarts the cooler is heavy even when empty, making solo carrying challenging when loaded
- Premium pricing compared to non-rotomolded coolers of similar capacity
- No wheels, so transporting it across uneven terrain requires lifting or a cart
- The rigid construction and thick insulation walls make the exterior larger than budget coolers of the same capacity