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Fenix RC40 vs Fenix TK30R

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

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Fenix TK30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix RC40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 600% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix TK30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix RC40 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix TK30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix RC40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 424% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix TK30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix RC40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 600% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix TK30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix RC40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1718% 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 RC40 — Beam distance: 710 m (2329 ft)Fenix RC40 — Max candela: 126000 cdFenix RC40 — Weight: 1310 g (46.21 oz)Fenix RC40 — Length: 299 mm (11.77 in)Fenix RC40 — Retail price: US$480Fenix RC40 — Max lumens: 3500 lmFenix TK30R — Beam distance: 1500 m (4921 ft)Fenix TK30R — Max candela: 600000 cdFenix TK30R — Weight: 250 g (8.82 oz)Fenix TK30R — Length: 184 mm (7.24 in)Fenix TK30R — Retail price: US$265Fenix TK30R — Max lumens: 500 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$480Most expensive
US$265Cheapest
Weight
1310 g (46.21 oz)Heaviest
250 g (8.82 oz)Lightest
Length
299 mm (11.77 in)Longest
184 mm (7.24 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3500 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
126000 cdLowest candela
600000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
710 m (2329 ft)Lowest
1500 m (4921 ft)Highest
Max runtime
9600 minLongest runtime
528 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery pack 7.4V 7800mAh
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
AC adapter and DC car charger
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 underwater 2m
IP68 (2 m for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Durable aircraft-grade aluminum, Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish, toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣High Output Illumination▣Long Beam Distance▣Rechargeable Use▣Tactical And Industrial Applications
▣Long Range Illumination▣Hunting▣Tactical Use▣Search And Rescue▣Outdoor Use
Common praise
✓Very Bright Output Suitable For Professional Use✓Long Beam Distance And Runtime✓Solid Build Quality And Durable Materials✓Dual Side Switches For Quick Mode Changes✓Power Bank Function To Charge External Devices
✓Extremely Long Beam Distance Up To 1500 Meters✓High Build Quality With Durable Materials✓Rechargeable With Included 6000 Mah Battery✓Multiple Tactical Modes Including Instant Strobe✓Ip68 Waterproof Rating And Good Impact Resistance
Common complaints
⚠Heavier And Larger Than Typical EDC Lights⚠Runtime In Turbo Mode Is Limited Due To Overheating Protection⚠Price Is Relatively High⚠Not Waterproof Beyond 2 Meters Depth
⚠Significant Lumen Drop After Initial 15 Minutes On High Mode⚠Relatively Heavy For Some Users⚠Price Is On The Higher End⚠Needs Careful Handling Due To Powerful Laser

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