Gator G-TOUR-16UCAST - 16U Wooden Rack Case with Wheels, G-TOUR Series
The Gator G-TOUR-16UCAST is a 16U (19" rack-mount) wooden flight case designed to protect and transport professional audio equipment for touring, rental companies, mobile installations, and studios that require a rugged, road-ready rack. It is part of the Gator G-TOUR series, renowned for its touring-grade construction with heavy-duty materials and professional-grade hardware.
The casing is made of 9mm plywood with a laminated exterior , designed to withstand impacts, scratches, and the daily wear and tear of transport. The perimeter is reinforced with a tongue-and-groove extruded aluminum trim that guides and seals the joint between the base and the front and rear panels, providing a solid and stable closure. Reinforced metal ball corners protect the edges and allow for stacking with other racks.
Inside, we find a standard 19" rack profile with 16 rack units vertically and 3.2 mm thick steel front and rear rails . The usable rack depth is approximately 17" (about 42 cm) , sufficient for power amplifiers, dynamics processors, equalizers, wireless systems, interfaces, and other common outboard equipment. The approximate internal dimensions are 41.9 x 48.3 x 71.1 cm (depth x width x height) , while the approximate external dimensions are around 65.4 x 54.6 x 91.4 cm , maintaining a balance between capacity and manageability.
All the hardware is designed for heavy-duty use: it features recessed twist-lock latches with a red finish and recessed spring-loaded handles with rubber grips , making the rack easy to handle even when fully loaded. The setup is completed with four heavy-duty 4" (approximately 10.2 cm) fixed casters, two of which have brakes , allowing for easy movement of the flight case around stages, warehouses, and loading docks. The approximate weight of the empty case is 35 kg , consistent with its heavy-duty wood construction and tour-grade hardware.
Thanks to its double-door design (removable front and back panels) , accessing the equipment is very easy: you can work from the front, and by removing the rear panel, you have space for cabling and connections without needing to remove the units from the rack. This makes the G-TOUR-16UCAST a very practical solution for PA systems, stage racks, mobile studio setups, or broadcast equipment that needs to be ready to use right out of the box.
Main features
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Professional wooden rack case for 19" audio equipment.
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Capacity: 16 rack units (16U) vertically.
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Gator G-TOUR Series: Touring-type construction for intensive use.
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Casing material: 9mm plywood with high-strength laminated exterior.
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Tongue and groove extruded aluminum valance that ensures a firm seal between lid and base.
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Reinforced metal ball corners to protect the edges and facilitate stacking.
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Front and rear rack rails made of 3.2 mm thick steel, for securing the equipment on both sides.
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Rack depth: approx. 17" (≈ 42 cm) usable depth.
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Approximate interior dimensions (W x D x H): 41.9 x 48.3 x 71.1 cm (equivalent to 16.5" x 19" x 28").
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Approximate external dimensions (W x D x H): 65.4 x 54.6 x 91.4 cm (equivalent to 25.75" x 21.5" x 36").
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Approximate weight of the empty case: 35.0 kg.
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Double door design: removable front and rear covers for full rack access.
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Closures: 8 recessed butterfly/twist closures with red finish.
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Handles: 4 recessed handles with spring and rubber grip for comfortable carrying.
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Wheels: 4 fixed 4" (≈ 10.2 cm) wheels, 2 of them with brakes .
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Hardware: Commercial grade , heavy-duty plated fittings.
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Splash protection: gasket on the lid that improves the seal against dust and light moisture.
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Color: black (dark laminate finish with metal hardware).
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Classification: ATA type flight case / road rack for professional use.
Product benefits
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Touring-grade protection for your outboard gear: the combination of 9mm plywood, aluminum valance, and tour-grade hardware protects amplifiers, processors, and wireless systems from shocks, vibrations, and being stacked in trucks or warehouses.
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Sufficient capacity for a complete system: with 16U available and front and rear rails, it is possible to mount power amplifiers, patchbays, dynamics processors, effects and signal distribution in a single centralized rack.
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Easier transport thanks to integrated wheels: the four 4" wheels, two with brakes, allow you to move the flight case without the need for additional trolleys, even when loaded with heavy equipment.
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Convenient access to cabling: Removable front and rear covers make it easy to work on the back panel of the equipment, avoiding the need to remove the units from the rack to connect or check cables.
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Professional image in any setting: Gator's signature black laminate finish, ball corners and red latches provide a polished aesthetic, ideal for rental companies, tours and corporate events.
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Longer equipment lifespan: Minimizing impacts and movement of devices during transport helps extend the life of connectors, chassis, and internal components of your outboard.
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Universal 19" standard: By using the most widespread rack format, it is easy to reconfigure the contents of the flight case and combine it with other racks and equipment from different brands.
Use cases
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Sound and lighting rental companies: main rack for amplifiers, signal processing, wireless systems or audio matrices that travel daily between warehouse, van and stage.
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Touring and concert production: outboard flight case for monitors, main PA or backline systems, built to withstand continuous loading and unloading on the road.
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Mobile installations and corporate events: a robust solution for bringing processors, interfaces and audio control to conferences, trade shows, presentations and roadshows.
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Mobile and broadcast studios: 16U rack for mounting preamps, converters, routers and recording systems in a transportable and well-protected format.
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Churches, theaters and auditoriums: orderly storage and transport of sound equipment when the rack needs to be moved between rooms, stage and booth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of equipment can I mount on the Gator G-TOUR-16UCAST?
Any device in a standard 19" rack format that respects the approximate usable depth of 17" (about 42 cm) . It is ideal for power amplifiers, dynamics processors, equalizers, multi-effects units, wireless systems, audio interfaces, and signal distribution units.
Does it have rear rack rails in addition to the front ones?
Yes. The G-TOUR-16UCAST model includes 3.2mm thick front and rear rack rails , allowing equipment to be bolted on from both sides for added stability, especially for heavy units such as power amplifiers.
Is the interior depth sufficient for modern amplifiers?
The usable depth is approximately 17 inches (≈ 42 cm) , suitable for most current standard-sized power stages and processors. In any case, it is advisable to compare the dimensions of your equipment (including rear connectors) with the interior dimensions before assembling the final rack.
Are the wheels included and can they be locked?
Yes. The flight case comes with four fixed 4" wheels already installed, two of which have brakes to lock the rack during use or loading/unloading.
Is it a shockmount or a rigid rack?
The G-TOUR-16UCAST is a rigid plywood rack with front and rear rails, but it does not include a floating frame system or silentblock suspension. It offers very robust protection for standard touring, but it is not a shockmount model.
What are the differences compared to a lightweight plastic rack?
Compared to ABS or polyethylene racks, this model offers greater structural rigidity, better impact protection, and improved performance under heavy stacking and transport conditions , at the cost of increased weight. It is the ideal choice when the rack will be used regularly in trucks, warehouses, and on stages.
Design and construction
The G-TOUR-16UCAST is developed following Gator's G-TOUR series philosophy: 9mm plywood as the structural base, a durable exterior laminate to withstand the abrasion of daily use, and a set of commercial-grade hardware (latches, handles, corners, and aluminum valance) sized for the touring environment. Recessed red-finished butterfly latches and spring-loaded rubber handles allow for comfortable and secure handling, while ball corners facilitate stacking with other racks.
Inside, the 19" rack with 16U and 3.2 mm thick rails ensures a secure fit for your equipment. The standard 17" depth makes it compatible with most professional audio gear, and the removable front and rear covers allow for tidy cable management. Four 4" casters complete a design geared towards intensive professional use, where setup time and reliable transport are just as important as protecting your hardware.
Project description
Gator G-TOUR-16UCAST (G-TOUR series) wooden flight case for audio equipment, standard 19" format with 16 rack units (16U) vertical, 9mm plywood construction with laminate exterior, tongue and groove extruded aluminum valance, reinforced metal ball corners, 3.2mm steel front and rear rack rails, removable front and rear covers, 8 recessed butterfly/twist latches, 4 recessed handles with spring and rubber grip, 4 fixed 4" casters (2 with brake), approximate interior dimensions 41.9 x 48.3 x 71.1 cm (depth x width x height) and approximate exterior dimensions 65.4 x 54.6 x 91.4 cm, approximate weight 35.0 kg, black color, ATA rating for professional use.
