Fenix HL32R-T vs Fenix HL45R size comparison
The Fenix HL45R is 12.2 mm (0.48 in) longer than the Fenix HL32R-T, and 0.5 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 26 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix HL45R is 12.2 mm (0.48 in) longer than the Fenix HL32R-T, and 0.5 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 26 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix HL32R-T Check price ↗ | Fenix HL45R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 66 mm (2.60 in) | 78.2 mm (3.08 in)+12.2 mm |
| Height | 45 mm (1.77 in) | 44.5 mm (1.75 in)−0.5 mm |
| Thickness | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 50 mm (1.97 in)+20 mm |
| Weight | 107 g with battery | 133 g with battery and headband+26 g |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 800 lm | 1,000 lm |
| Throw | 132 m | 220 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $69.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height |
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HL32R-T vs HL45R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HL32R-T is the shorter light: 66 mm (2.60 in) against 78.2 mm (3.08 in), a difference of 12.2 mm (16%). At its widest point the Fenix HL45R is 0.5 mm slimmer (44.5 vs 45 mm). The Fenix HL32R-T is 26 g lighter (107 g vs 133 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HL45R is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 800 lm for the Fenix HL32R-T, 25% more. For beam distance the Fenix HL45R reaches further: 220 m vs 132 m rated throw (67% more).
Battery
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL32R-T was $69.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HL45R $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL32R-T cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are headlamps / right-angle lights in our catalog with a headlamp body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix HL32R-T if you want a shorter light (12.2 mm shorter) and less weight (26 g lighter). Choose the Fenix HL45R if you want more output (1,000 lm vs 800 lm) and longer throw (220 m vs 132 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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HL32R-T vs HL45R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HL32R-T or the Fenix HL45R?
The Fenix HL32R-T is the shorter light: 66 mm (2.60 in) against 78.2 mm (3.08 in), a difference of 12.2 mm (16%). At its widest point the Fenix HL45R is 0.5 mm slimmer (44.5 vs 45 mm). The Fenix HL32R-T is 26 g lighter (107 g vs 133 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix HL32R-T or the Fenix HL45R?
The Fenix HL45R is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 800 lm for the Fenix HL32R-T, 25% more. For beam distance the Fenix HL45R reaches further: 220 m vs 132 m rated throw (67% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HL32R-T or the Fenix HL45R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL32R-T was $69.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HL45R $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL32R-T cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HL32R-T and Fenix HL45R use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Fenix HL32R-T: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $69.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix HL45R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $79.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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