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Graduate Steel Footlocker Trunk 32x18x18.5"

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The C&N Graduate Steel Camping Trunk

DISCLAIMER: The Graduate is one big box. Check with your camp before buying it!

This baby can withstand 1800 pounds of pressure! Made right here in the USA and armored in our traditional steel exterior, the Graduate boasts incredible construction and doubles as a table, bench, stepstool to reach the top bunk, and a dresser (since campers usually ‘live out of’ their trunks during their summer stay).

With a cavernous interior to work with, you’ll have no problem packing in all your camp clothes, gear, and other supplies for adventures that last three weeks or longer. C&N Footlockers are endorsed by more camps than any other camping trunk! If the Graduate doesn't exceed your camp's height restrictions, then this is the summer camp trunk for you.


 

 


We stand behind and on top of our footlockers

Built of a solid 3/8”, cabinet-grade plywood, we armor our trunks in steel and dress them in nickel-plated hardware including four crush-proof corners and a slew of clamps to provide structural integrity. Other hardware includes the two basic wire loop latches that secure the lid to the base, the center handle and latch, the two double-wide side handles, two back hinges, and the lid stay on the right side which keeps the lid from falling too far back and damaging itself or falling down too fast and hurting your hand.

What's the Expert Say About the Best Camping Trunk to Pack in for Your Summer Trip?

Camp expert and co-author of ‘The Summer Camp Handbook’, Dr. Christopher Thurber had this to say on the topic of packing containers for camp: “You want something really sturdy, not the budget trunk you might get at a big box…store, but something you stand on because that’s what kids will do at camp and they don’t want to fall through.”

Yes, there are plenty of cheaper bin options for your luggage than a traditional steel footlocker. That’s because one from C&N is more than just a container for your child's belongings. It’s a symbol of the summer camp experience—a tangible reminder of the memories made and friendships formed. It’s an investment that will continue serving your child far into the future. In fact, the footlocker YOUR child takes to summer camp today could very well be the footlocker THEIR child takes to summer camp.

What do Campers do with their Camping Trunk After the Summer Adventures?

Outside the camp season, your camping trunk makes a cool addition to your bedroom! Instead of camp gear, store seasonal clothing, valuables, and keepsakes until next camp season comes around!

Like memories of camp, your footlocker will last many years into the future for your child to look back on with nostalgia, bring to dorm rooms, first apartments, new homes, and eventually pass on to their children. Our trunks are an investment that your family can use for generations to come…

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Traditional U.S. Steel

Our trunks boast a steel-clad protective exterior sourced from the historic Rust Belt of western Pennsylvania—a community that was forged around the mighty steel mills of the early 1900s. Our traditional steel exteriors are far more resilient than the vinyl or fabric coverings found on other trunks made today. Yes, steel costs more to make, but our 35 years of experience has shown us that steel is best.

More Accessories than Anyone Else

You’ll get the most out of our steel trunks with our exclusive accessories like the Wheel Away System, the LidMate Organizer, the Glide & Go Tray, and more. We’re happy to install these pieces here in our factory or they can always be added onto your footlocker at home with ease. Check out our accessories by clicking here.

Our Lifetime Warranty

Are you planning to ship your trunk through FedEx, UPS, or an airline, as many summer campers do? No other trunk company will warranty many of the shipping damages that may occur. We do. Aside from small scratches and dents, your trunk is protected under our Lifetime Free Repair Warranty—no questions asked.

For $40 round trip, we’ll bring your trunk back to our factory, make all the repairs, and ship it back to you. All repairs are done for free. You just pay for shipping. Whether your child simply tested the limits of our rugged construction or your trunk fell out of an airplane, we’re going to fix it. If you prefer to have the trunk picked up at home, there will be an additional $10.


 

  • Made in the USA
  • Constructed from Solid 3/8" Cabinet-Grade Plywood
  • Traditional Steel Exterior Storage Trunk
  • Baked-Enamel Steel Sheeted Exterior
  • Nickel-Plated Steel Hardware and Steel Trim
  • Fastener-Free, Smooth Interior
  • Preinstalled with Tray Rails
  • Storage Capacity: 153L (5.4 cu ft or 9,331 cu in)
  • Internal Weight Capacity: 150lbs
  • External Weight Capacity: 1800lbs
  • Weight: 32lbs
  • Exterior Dimensions: 32"L x 18"W x 18.5"H
  • Interior Dimensions: 31”L x 17”W x 17.5”H
  • Trunk Lid Height: 4.125”
  • Trunk Base Height: 14.375”
  • Linear Measurement: 68.5"
  • Interior Handle Measurement: 6"
  • 35 Years of Proven Quality, Construction, and Customer Satisfaction
  • C&N Lifetime Free Repair Warranty (Shipping Cost not Included)
  • Care Instructions: Clean with Mild Soap and Warm Water

 



 Check out all the sweet features of our C&N Steel Camp Trunks.


 

Customer Reviews

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C&N forces you to modify your own box with a knife

They dont tell you that your trunk comes with bulky plastic rails at the top and bottom of edges, no matter if you want them or not. So when my box came and I called costumer service asking how to remove the rails they instructed me to use a utility knife to cut out the rails myself. I figured it would be easy considering they expect everyone to do it themselves. Well it was not easy at all and I ended up bending with metal supports along the top edge, now my $300 overpriced wooden box does not close flush anymore. Find a different box.

Thank you for your feedback, and we're sorry to hear about your experience with the Graduate Steel Footlocker Trunk. It sounds like this situation has been frustrating, and we'd like to make it right.

Please reach out to us at 800-535-2057 or customerservice@everythingsummercamp.com. We’d be happy to work with you to find a solution that works for you. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we're here to help.

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JESSIE MENDEZ
Awesome

Very pleased with the quality. Look forward to this being passed down for a few generations

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Sabrina Mapp
Great product, even better service!

The trunk is beautiful and solidly built. The size will be great for camp AND for college. The day after I bought the trunk, it went on sale. I requested a price adjustment and within a few minutes customer service contacted me back and refunded me the difference. And the trunk shipped that same day. I appreciate the amazingly fast service and shipping! Will definitely purchase from again.

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Shannon Regan
Love the xl large footlocker for college

I bought everything that can be used for footlocker. Liner, lid organizer, wheels, lock, packing cubes, sliding tray and odor bag. It's super large inside and my young adult loves it for taking to college in the fall. It will last a lifetime and they will be able to store lots of memories inside after college.

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Kevin Darling
Excellent customer service

I attempted to order a Graduate Steel Footlocker Trunk via the Everything Summercamp website but my payment would not go through. In desperation I called the customer service line and they quickly resolved the issue for me and processed my order over the phone. The trunk arrived within a couple of days and was received in perfect condition (extremely well packaged).
Although the trunk hasn't been put to use yet, it is clearly well made and extremely sturdy.


Camp Trunk Buying Guide

A lot summer camps hail the footlocker trunk as their preferred packing container. But what size will suit your camper best, specific to his or her camp stay? You’ll want to consider a few different factors before making your decision.

First, get the right bed height for the bunks at camp. You might be able to find this on your camp information packet but, if not, don’t be afraid to call up the camp for answers. Generally trunks under 14” work for most camps.

Second, consider the amount of camp clothing, gear, and supplies you need to pack. Just because your child is going to camp for three weeks doesn’t mean you need to pack clothes for three weeks, many camps have laundry service. Follow your camp’s packing list.

Third, consider what size clothing you’re trying to pack. After all, a dozen Youth Small Tees won’t eat up as much space as a dozen Adult Larges. The lists above will give you a good idea of what can fit inside each of our trunks. We used a combination of Youth Large and Adult Small clothing to create the lists. Our camp trunks are all 32” long and 18” wide, the only difference is in the height of trunks.


Companion

We designed with size in mind! Our smallest trunk means that it costs the least and weighs the least. It also means that it’s the least expense when travelling on airlines. Most campers that use this trunk attend a camp with very low bed heights or consistently travel to camp via plane.

 

Happy Camper

By far the most popular of our camp trunks, the Happy Camper is the safest choice. Why? Because it works! Sized right for pretty much any camp, the Happy Camper can do no wrong. 75% of our footlocker sales are Happy Campers. It’s also the model for our latest creation, Designer Trunks, which are made with the same size and design of the Happy Camper.

 

UnderGrad

If your camp offers the available space, then the UnderGrad is a great size trunk for you. This trunk fits a bit more gear than the Happy Camper. The additional packing space provides for a little wiggle-room too which makes living out of the trunk a little more convenient.

 

Graduate

If your camp has no height restrictions, then go as big as you can with the Graduate. For campers who are looking forward to a lengthier camp stay at a camp without laundry service, this is the trunk for you. The Graduate also offers excellent future use at school if college is coming up soon after your summer camp days.