Comparison Console
Fenix LR40R V2.0 vs Fenix RC40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 329% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix RC40 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix RC40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix RC40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 329% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix RC40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 28991% 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.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$315.92Cheapest
US$480Most expensive
Weight
850 g (29.98 oz)Lightest
1310 g (46.21 oz)Heaviest
Length
175 mm (6.89 in)Shortest
299 mm (11.77 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
15000 lmHighest output
3500 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
126000 cd
Beam distance
900 m (2953 ft)Highest
710 m (2329 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
33 minShortest runtime
9600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery pack 12000 mAh (or 1 to 4 x 18650 cells)
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery pack 7.4V 7800mAh
Charging type
USB Type-C fast charging (QC3.0 compatible)
AC adapter and DC car charger
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8 underwater 2m
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Unknown
Durable aircraft-grade aluminum, Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish, toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueOutdoor contractorsHigh output lighting needsLong-range and wide-area illumination
High output illuminationLong beam distanceRechargeable useTactical and industrial applications
Common praise
Excellent brightness and balanced beam for both throw and floodDurable and waterproof design (IP68)Fast USB-C charging and battery level indicatorGood runtime especially on lower modesErgonomic and solid build quality
Very bright output suitable for professional useLong beam distance and runtimeSolid build quality and durable materialsDual side switches for quick mode changesPower bank function to charge external devices
Common complaints
Heaviest and largest in its class for EDCHighest output modes are temperature limited with short runtime at max output
Heavier and larger than typical EDC lightsRuntime in turbo mode is limited due to overheating protectionPrice is relatively highNot waterproof beyond 2 meters depth