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Fenix PD45R ACE vs Fenix PD40R V3.0
Fenix PD45R ACE ($129.95) 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 PD45R ACE | Fenix PD40R V3.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129.95 | $119.95 |
| Weight | 200.5g | 198g |
| Output | 3,200 lumens, 410 m | 3,000 lumens, 500 m |
| LED | Luminus SFT-70X-WS65-H2-H1652 LED | Luminus SFT70 LED |
| Modes | Seven lighting modes including six brightness levels and Strobe; six preset options | Six lighting modes including four brightness levels, SOS, and Strobe |
| Battery | 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery | 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery |
| Size | Length 157.7 mm, Width 30 mm, Height 25.9 mm | Length 143 mm, Head 34 mm, Body 26 mm |
| Runtime | 57 hours max | 89 hours max |
| Weight | 200.5g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 7.07 oz. (200.5g) including battery) | 198g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 6.98 oz. (198g) including battery) |
Pros & Cons
Fenix PD45R ACE
- 3,200 lumens and 410 m of throw
- Runs on 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
- 200.5 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- 200.5 g is heavy for a pocket
- Fenix's 57 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 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.