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Rugged 2.5 inch portable hard drive with anodized aluminum enclosure and protective rubber bumper

Western Digital

Western Digital G-DRIVE ArmorATD 5TB portable hard drive SDPH81G005TGBA1D

SKU CH-TT8V-HCH3P MPN SDPH81G005TGBA1D

A rugged 5 TB portable hard drive with IP54 dust and water resistance, 1000 lb crush strength and up to 130 MB/s transfer speeds over USB-C

  • IP54 dust and rain resistance protects data outdoors
  • 1000lb crush resistance safeguards files under heavy pressure
  • Up to 130MB/s transfer speeds back up content quickly
  • USB-C 5Gbps interface works with Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.0
  • Anodized aluminum body with rubber bumper survives drops and shocks

Rugged portable drive for field and studio

The Western Digital G-DRIVE ArmorATD provides 5TB of storage in a 2.5-inch form factor built for harsh environments. Its anodized aluminium enclosure and rubber bumper deliver IP54 dust and water resistance plus crush protection up to 1000lbs. Internal shock mounts guard the drive against drops during transport. This unit suits photographers, videographers and anyone moving large libraries between locations.

USB-C 5Gbps connection

The drive uses a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C interface running at 5Gbps and works with Thunderbolt 3 ports without adapters. It is backward compatible with USB 3.0 hosts for broad device support. Bus power eliminates the need for an external supply, freeing a wall outlet and reducing cable count in a mobile kit. Plug-and-play operation requires no driver installation on modern operating systems.

Sustained transfers up to 130MB/s for large batches

Sequential read and write speeds reach 130MB/s, allowing multi-gigabyte folders to move steadily rather than in short bursts. The mechanical drive maintains this throughput across extended copy sessions typical of raw photo and video offloads. Thermal throttling is mitigated by the metal chassis acting as a heatsink during prolonged use. Performance stays consistent until the 5TB capacity is filled.

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Price $298.99
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Specifications

Size & build
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size180 × 122 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

How fast can the drive transfer data when I'm editing large video files all day?

The drive delivers up to 130 MB/s transfer rates over its USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface, which is the practical ceiling for sustained sequential workloads on a mechanical 2.5" drive.

Does the enclosure get hot or loud during continuous backups?

The anodized aluminium case acts as a passive heatsink, so the drive runs silently with no fan; surface temperature stays comfortable during long sessions because the mechanical drive inside generates modest heat.

What cable or port do I need on my laptop to use this drive?

A USB-C port that supports USB 3.0 or Thunderbolt 3 is required; the drive includes a USB-C cable for direct connection to either standard.

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