Trunki Australia - Ride-On Kids Suitcases and Children's Travel Bags
Trunki was invented by British designer Rob Law and launched in 2006 in the United Kingdom. Trunki is a hard-shell ride-on hand luggage case designed for children aged 3-6 years. The suitcase is designed to be cabin baggage sized so it can be taken on flights without being checked in, and it functions both as a wheeled suitcase and as a ride-on toy that children can sit on and be pulled through airports and terminals. Trunki launched after being rejected on the UK TV show Dragons' Den (the investor version of Shark Tank) and went on to sell over 4 million units globally. Peekaboo Baby is an authorised Australian retailer for Trunki, stocking ride-on suitcases, travel bags and travel accessories. Free shipping applies to orders over $129.
The Trunki range at Peekaboo Baby includes the Boris the Bus Ride-On Suitcase, travel bags and accessories for children. Browse Trunki products in the kids backpacks category or explore baby bags for travel accessories at Peekaboo Baby.
Trunki product range
The Trunki Boris the Bus Ride-On Suitcase ($129) is the flagship product - a hard-shell suitcase in a bus design with a handle and wheels, designed for children from approximately 3 years. Children can sit on the case and be pulled by an adult using the included saddle strap, or push it themselves as a wheeled suitcase. The suitcase is carry-on compliant for most airlines. The Trunki Paddlepak Water Resistant Bag ($50) is a swim-friendly backpack with a water-resistant finish designed for kids who swim, attend sports or go to the beach. The Trunki Yondi Neckrest ($40) is a travel neck pillow in a unicorn design, designed for children on car journeys and flights. These products extend Trunki beyond the suitcase into a broader children's travel accessories range.
Trunki and air travel
The Trunki ride-on suitcase is designed specifically for airport use. The case dimensions comply with most airlines' cabin baggage size requirements, and the ride-on function is designed to keep children entertained and moving through terminals rather than requiring parents to carry them. Trunki recommends checking the specific airline's cabin baggage size policy before flying, as dimensions vary between carriers. Browse the baby bags range for more travel-oriented products at Peekaboo Baby.
What to look for in Trunki products
Cabin baggage compliance - The Trunki suitcase is designed to meet most airlines' carry-on size requirements. Check your specific airline policy before flying as requirements vary.
Ride-on and luggage dual function - The Trunki functions as both a wheeled suitcase and a ride-on toy. Children can sit on it and be pulled by an adult, or walk alongside and pull it themselves.
Age range 3-6 years - Trunki is designed for children from 3 years who are old enough to walk independently in airports and enjoy the ride-on function. The suitcase capacity is designed for children's holiday clothing requirements.
Character designs - Trunki suitcases are available in multiple character designs (Boris the Bus, Rosie the Ladybird, Terrance the Tiger and others). Character designs are chosen by children and reflect their preferences.
Tow strap included - A saddle strap is included with each Trunki suitcase for adults to pull the case with a child sitting on it.
Hard shell construction - The hard plastic shell protects contents during travel and provides the rigid structure needed for the ride-on function.
Trunki gift ideas at Peekaboo Baby
A Trunki ride-on suitcase is a popular birthday gift for children aged 3-5 who travel with their family. It makes a practical gift that children use repeatedly on family holidays. For a complete kids travel kit, pair with a Trunki Paddlepak swim bag. Browse gifts by age at Peekaboo Baby for age-specific recommendations.
Trunki - Frequently Asked Questions
Trunki suitcases are designed to comply with most airlines' cabin baggage size requirements. The dimensions of a standard Trunki (approximately 46 x 31 x 21 cm) fit within most airline overhead locker and under-seat size limits. However, requirements vary between carriers - it is recommended to check your specific airline's cabin baggage policy before flying. Most major Australian airlines (Qantas, Virgin, Jetstar) accept standard Trunki dimensions as cabin baggage.
Trunki ride-on suitcases are designed for children from 3 years. The ride-on function suits children aged 3-6 years who can sit on the case while being pulled. From approximately 6-7 years, children are typically large enough to use a standard wheeled carry-on bag. Trunki supports a maximum weight of 45 kg as a ride-on, so most children can be pulled on it through toddlerhood and early primary school.
A Trunki suitcase includes the hard-shell case with a combination lock, a saddle strap for pulling a child seated on the case, and a tow strap for the adult. The interior is a single open compartment with a small interior clip. Trunki does not include wheels that lock for safety - the wheels rotate freely, so children on the case are always being pulled by an adult or stationary on flat ground.
Yes. Peekaboo Baby offers free shipping on all Trunki orders over $129. The Trunki Boris the Bus Ride-On Suitcase at $129 individually qualifies for free shipping. Orders dispatch from Melbourne. Peekaboo Baby is an authorised Australian retailer for Trunki.
The Trunki Paddlepak ($50) is a water-resistant children's backpack designed for swim lessons, beach visits and sport sessions. It has a separate wet/dry compartment structure to keep wet swimwear separate from dry items. Available in several character designs including the Shark. It is designed for children from approximately 3-6 years who are attending swimming lessons or beach activities, and is carried by the child independently rather than as ride-on luggage.
Yes. Trunki's inventor Rob Law pitched the product on the UK television show Dragons' Den in 2006 and was rejected by all the investors. Despite this rejection, he went on to launch the product independently and sell over 4 million Trunki units globally. The Dragons' Den rejection became a well-known business story about investor judgment - the investor who rejected Trunki, Peter Jones, has publicly acknowledged the missed opportunity.
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