Fenix HT18R V2.0 vs ThruNite Catapult V7 size comparison
The ThruNite Catapult V7 is 28.7 mm (1.13 in) shorter than the Fenix HT18R V2.0, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite Catapult V7 is 28.7 mm (1.13 in) shorter than the Fenix HT18R V2.0, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix HT18R V2.0 Check price ↗ | ThruNite Catapult V7 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 199.7 mm (7.86 in) | 171 mm (6.73 in)−28.7 mm |
| Head / width | 68 mm (2.68 in) | 65 mm (2.56 in)−3 mm |
| Body | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 33 mm (1.30 in)+7.6 mm |
| Weight | 358 g with battery | 357 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | Battery pack |
| Max output | 3,700 lm | 4,010 lm |
| Throw | 1100 m | 1081 m |
| Type | Thrower / search | Thrower / search |
| Price | $149.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $129.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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HT18R V2.0 vs Catapult V7: how they differ
Size and weight
The ThruNite Catapult V7 is the shorter light: 171 mm (6.73 in) against 199.7 mm (7.86 in), a difference of 28.7 mm (14%). At its widest point the ThruNite Catapult V7 is 3 mm slimmer (65 vs 68 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HT18R V2.0: 358 g with battery; ThruNite Catapult V7: 357 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The ThruNite Catapult V7 is rated brighter: 4,010 lm maximum vs 3,700 lm for the Fenix HT18R V2.0, 8% more. For beam distance the Fenix HT18R V2.0 reaches further: 1100 m vs 1081 m rated throw (2% more).
Battery
The Fenix HT18R V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite Catapult V7 runs on its own battery (Battery pack).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HT18R V2.0 was $149.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite Catapult V7 $129.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Catapult V7 cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are throwers / search lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the ThruNite Catapult V7 if you want a shorter light (28.7 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (3 mm narrower). On the specs we track, the ThruNite Catapult V7 is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix HT18R V2.0 makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Fenix HT18R V2.0 Check price ↗ ThruNite Catapult V7
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HT18R V2.0 vs Catapult V7 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HT18R V2.0 or the ThruNite Catapult V7?
The ThruNite Catapult V7 is the shorter light: 171 mm (6.73 in) against 199.7 mm (7.86 in), a difference of 28.7 mm (14%). At its widest point the ThruNite Catapult V7 is 3 mm slimmer (65 vs 68 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HT18R V2.0: 358 g with battery; ThruNite Catapult V7: 357 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix HT18R V2.0 or the ThruNite Catapult V7?
The ThruNite Catapult V7 is rated brighter: 4,010 lm maximum vs 3,700 lm for the Fenix HT18R V2.0, 8% more. For beam distance the Fenix HT18R V2.0 reaches further: 1100 m vs 1081 m rated throw (2% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HT18R V2.0 or the ThruNite Catapult V7?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HT18R V2.0 was $149.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite Catapult V7 $129.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Catapult V7 cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HT18R V2.0 and ThruNite Catapult V7 use the same battery?
The Fenix HT18R V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite Catapult V7 runs on its own battery (Battery pack).
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Sources
- Fenix HT18R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $149.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite Catapult V7: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $129.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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