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Fenix PD36R Pro vs Fenix PD40R V3.0
Fenix PD36R Pro ($90) 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 PD36R Pro | Fenix PD40R V3.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $90 | $119.95 |
| Weight | 133g | 198g |
| Max Output | 2800 lm | — |
| Beam Distance | 382m | — |
| Modes | 6 | Six lighting modes including four brightness levels, SOS, and Strobe |
| Battery | 21700 (included) | 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
| IP Rating | IPX8 | — |
| Output | — | 3,000 lumens, 500 m |
| LED | — | Luminus SFT70 LED |
| Size | — | Length 143 mm, Head 34 mm, Body 26 mm |
| Runtime | — | 89 hours max |
| Weight | — | 198g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 6.98 oz. (198g) including battery) |
Pros & Cons
Fenix PD36R Pro
- 382m beam range for outdoor use
- IPX8 waterproof — submersible
- USB-C charging with pass-through
- 133g on the heavy side
- $90 is mid-tier investment
- 2800 lm overkill for most EDC tasks
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 PD36R Pro is the better value at $90. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.