---
product_id: 61802679
title: "LaCie 5TB Rugged Portable Hard Drive | USB-C (STFR5000800)"
brand: "lacie"
price: "R11417"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "La Cie"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/61802679-lacie-5tb-rugged-portable-hard-drive-usb-c-stfr5000800
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# USB-C & Thunderbolt 3 compatible 5TB massive storage Iconic rugged design LaCie 5TB Rugged Portable Hard Drive | USB-C (STFR5000800)

**Brand:** lacie
**Price:** R11417
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🧡 Rugged, Ready, and Relentlessly Reliable – Your Data’s Best Adventure Buddy!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** LaCie 5TB Rugged Portable Hard Drive | USB-C (STFR5000800) by lacie
- **How much does it cost?** R11417 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/61802679-lacie-5tb-rugged-portable-hard-drive-usb-c-stfr5000800)

## Best For

- lacie enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted lacie brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Massive 5TB Capacity:** Store your entire creative universe without compromise.
- • **Blazing Fast Transfers:** Up to 130 MB/s read speed keeps your workflow lightning quick.
- • **Peace of Mind Included:** 3-year limited warranty plus Rescue Data Recovery Services to safeguard your work.
- • **Built to Brave the Elements:** Shockproof, waterproof, and pressure-resistant for unstoppable data protection.
- • **Universal USB-C Connectivity:** Seamlessly plugs into USB-C, USB 3.0, and Thunderbolt 3 devices for ultimate versatility.

## Overview

The LaCie 5TB Rugged Portable Hard Drive combines a compact, shockproof orange design with 5TB of storage and fast USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 connectivity. Engineered for professionals on the move, it offers waterproof and pressure-resistant durability, up to 130 MB/s transfer speeds, and a 3-year warranty with data recovery services, making it the ultimate secure storage solution for creatives and managers who demand reliability and style.

## Description

From the manufacturer

Review: Worth it as a creator - Perfect. Functions the way it exactly needed.
Review: Excellent rugged drive 👍 - I own a few Lacie 5TB external drives. I am just about buy another one. Always have 3 backups on 3 discs, just in case. But so far, they are excellent drives for backups.

## Features

- Mobile hard drive. In the iconic orange Rugged design. Minimal size.
- Shock‑resistant, waterproof and pressure‑resistant.
- Compatible with USB‑C, USB 3.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2, Thunderbolt 3. USB‑C to USB‑C cable (included). USB‑C to USB Type‑A cable (not included).
- Scope of delivery: LaCie Rugged Mini / USB‑C cable / Quick installation guide / LaCie Toolkit software suite.
- Enjoy long‑term peace of mind with the included limited 3‑year warranty and Rescue Data Recovery Services.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B079H7JVL3 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 587 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 8 in External Hard Drives |
| Box Contents | LaCie Rugged USB-C 5TB, USB cable, The actual capacity may vary. |
| Brand | LaCie |
| Brand Name | LaCie |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 5 |
| Color | Orange |
| Compatible Devices | laptop, desktop |
| Connectivity technology | USB-C |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 8,122 Reviews |
| Data Transfer Rate | 110 Megabytes Per Second |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 5 TB |
| Digital storage capacity | 5 TB |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 Years |
| Enclosure Material | aluminum or rubberized material |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 03660619403653 |
| Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 Inches |
| Hard Disk Interface | USB 3.2 |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Hard disk form factor | 2.5 Inches |
| Hard disk interface | USB 3.2 |
| Hard-Drive Size | 5000 GB |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Hardware Platform | Standard |
| Installation Type | Standard |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 15L x 15W x 20Th centimetres |
| Item Length | 26 Millimetres |
| Item Type Name | LaCie 5TB Rugged Mini USB-C + USB 3.0 Portable 2.5 Inch External Hard Drive for PC and Mac with 2 Years Data Recovery Plan |
| Item Weight | 400 Grams |
| Item Width | 86 Millimetres |
| Manufacturer | LaCie |
| Manufacturer Part Number | STFR5000800 |
| Media Speed | 1.3E+2 megabytes_per_second |
| Model Name | Rugged Mini |
| Model Number | STFR5000800 |
| Network Connectivity Technology | USB-C |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Features | Safe |
| Product Warranty | 2 year warranty |
| Read Speed | 130 Megabytes Per Second |
| Special feature | Safe |
| Specific Uses For Product | Ruggedized or industrial applications |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Seagate
- **Colour:** Orange
- **Compatible devices:** laptop, desktop
- **Connectivity technology:** USB-C
- **Digital storage capacity:** 5000 GB
- **Hard disk description:** Mechanical Hard Disk
- **Hard disk form factor:** 2.5 Inches
- **Hard disk interface:** USB 3.2
- **Installation type:** Standard
- **Special feature:** Safe

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth it as a creator
*by E***N on 27 July 2026*

Perfect. Functions the way it exactly needed.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent rugged drive 👍
*by V***O on 16 May 2026*

I own a few Lacie 5TB external drives. I am just about buy another one. Always have 3 backups on 3 discs, just in case. But so far, they are excellent drives for backups.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ When you want a ruggedized external hard drive look no further
*by M***. on 3 May 2026*

I have been working in the computer industry for over 40 years now and when I need a ruggedized external hard disk that will not let you down I always go for a LaCie. They have never let me down and I use they for my external backups as they are so easy to connect/disconnect and so get locked away in a safe. They are used as backup devices for various NAS boxes and various laptop/PC operating systems and I have never had issues with compatibility.

## Frequently Bought Together

- LaCie Rugged USB-C, 5TB, Portable External Hard Drive, Drop, Shock, Dust, Rain Resistant, for Mac & PC (STFR5000800)
- Case Compatible with LaCie Rugged Mini 1TB/ 2TB/ 4TB/ 5TB External Hard Drive Portable HDD, Storage Holder for Hard Drives for Mac and PC Computer & USB 3.0 2.0 Cable SD Cards (Orange)

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-08-03*