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Fenix PD40R V3.0 vs Fenix HT18R V2.0
Fenix PD40R V3.0 ($119.95) vs Fenix HT18R V2.0 ($149.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix PD40R V3.0 | Fenix HT18R V2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $119.95 | $149.95 |
| Weight | 198g | 358g |
| Output | 3,000 lumens, 500 m | 3,700 lumens |
| LED | Luminus SFT70 LED | Luminus SFT90 LED |
| Modes | Six lighting modes including four brightness levels, SOS, and Strobe | Seven lighting modes including four brightness levels, beacon, Strobe, and SOS |
| Battery | 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery | 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery |
| Size | Length 143 mm, Head 34 mm, Body 26 mm | Length: 7.86’’ (199.7mm) Head: 2.68’’ (68mm) Body: 1.00’’ (25.4mm) |
| Runtime | 89 hours max | 87 hours max |
| Weight | 198g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 6.98 oz. (198g) including battery) | 358g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 12.64 oz. (358g) including battery) |
Pros & Cons
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 HT18R V2.0
- 3,700 lumens
- Runs on 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
- 358 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- 358 g is heavy for a pocket
- Fenix's 87 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix PD40R V3.0 is the better value at $119.95. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.