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Fenix LD30R vs Fenix PD35 TAC

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix LD30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix LD30R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix LD30R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix LD30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.

Specification Profile

Relative dimensions at a glance

Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.

Fenix LD30R — Beam distance: 267 m (876 ft)Fenix LD30R — Max candela: 18037 cdFenix LD30R — Weight: 132 g (4.66 oz)Fenix LD30R — Length: 129.7 mm (5.11 in)Fenix LD30R — Retail price: US$86.48Fenix LD30R — Max lumens: 1700 lmFenix PD35 TAC — Beam distance: 200 m (656 ft)Fenix PD35 TAC — Max candela: 10000 cdFenix PD35 TAC — Weight: 88 g (3.10 oz)Fenix PD35 TAC — Length: 137 mm (5.39 in)Fenix PD35 TAC — Retail price: US$99Fenix PD35 TAC — Max lumens: 1000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$86.48Cheapest
US$99Most expensive
Weight
132 g (4.66 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Length
129.7 mm (5.11 in)Shortest
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
18037 cdHighest candela
10000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
267 m (876 ft)Highest
200 m (656 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4450 minShortest runtime
8400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 included ARB-L18-3400 Li-ion rechargeable battery
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
All-metal CNC machined body with premium type HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Anodized Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC▣Outdoor Use▣Camping▣Emergency▣Tactical
▣Tactical Use▣Military▣Police▣EDC▣Outdoor Activities▣Self Defense▣Hunting
Common praise
✓High Brightness And Versatile Modes✓Durable And Well Built Metal Body✓Convenient Dual Switch Interface✓Long Runtime On Lower Modes✓Waterproof And Impact Resistant
✓High Build Quality And Durability✓Good Tactical And Outdoor Performance✓Compact And Easy To Carry✓Multiple Output Modes Including Strobe✓Reliable LED With Long Life Span
Common complaints
⚠Price May Be High Compared To Simpler Flashlights
⚠Tail Switch Durability Issues Reported⚠Not Suitable For Tail Standing⚠Batteries Need To Be Recharged Or Replaced For Long Use⚠Threads Lack Manufacturer Lube

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