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Fenix PD35R ACE vs Fenix PD40R V3.0
Fenix PD35R ACE ($85.95) vs Fenix PD40R V3.0 ($119.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix PD35R ACE | Fenix PD40R V3.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $85.95 | $119.95 |
| Weight | 145g | 198g |
| Output | 2,000 lumens, 380 m | 3,000 lumens, 500 m |
| LED | One Luminus SFT40 LED | Luminus SFT70 LED |
| Modes | Seven lighting modes including five brightness levels, Strobe, and SOS | Six lighting modes including four brightness levels, SOS, and Strobe |
| Battery | 4000mAh rechargeable li-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries | 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery |
| Size | Length 140.5 mm, Head 26.5 mm, Body 23.6 mm | Length 143 mm, Head 34 mm, Body 26 mm |
| Runtime | 720 hours max | 89 hours max |
| Weight | 145g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 5.11 oz. (145g) including battery) | 198g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 6.98 oz. (198g) including battery) |
Pros & Cons
Fenix PD35R ACE
- 2,000 lumens and 380 m of throw
- Runs on 4000mAh rechargeable li-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
- 145 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 720 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix PD40R V3.0
- 3,000 lumens and 500 m of throw
- Runs on 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
- 198 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- 198 g is heavy for a pocket
- Fenix's 89 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix PD35R ACE is the better value at $85.95. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.