Fenix LR40R V2.0 vs ThruNite Catapult V7 size comparison

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The ThruNite Catapult V7 is 4 mm (0.16 in) shorter than the Fenix LR40R V2.0, and 17 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix LR40R V2.0 · 175 mmThruNite Catapult V7 · 171 mm

The ThruNite Catapult V7 is 4 mm (0.16 in) shorter than the Fenix LR40R V2.0, and 17 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix LR40R V2.0
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ThruNite Catapult V7
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Length175 mm (6.89 in)171 mm (6.73 in)−4 mm
Head / width82 mm (3.23 in)65 mm (2.56 in)−17 mm
Body55 mm (2.17 in)33 mm (1.30 in)−22 mm
Weight842.5 g with battery357 g listed
BatteryBuilt-inBattery pack
Max output15,000 lm4,010 lm
Throw900 m1081 m
TypeThrower / searchThrower / search
Price$299.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$129.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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LR40R 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 175 mm (6.89 in), a difference of 4 mm (2%). At its widest point the ThruNite Catapult V7 is 17 mm slimmer (65 vs 82 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LR40R V2.0: 842.5 g with battery; ThruNite Catapult V7: 357 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Fenix LR40R V2.0 is rated brighter: 15,000 lm maximum vs 4,010 lm for the ThruNite Catapult V7, 274% more. For beam distance the ThruNite Catapult V7 reaches further: 1081 m vs 900 m rated throw (20% more).

Battery

The Fenix LR40R V2.0 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the ThruNite Catapult V7 runs on its own battery (Battery pack).

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LR40R V2.0 was $299.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite Catapult V7 $129.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Catapult V7 cost $170.00 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 Fenix LR40R V2.0 if you want more output (15,000 lm vs 4,010 lm). Choose the ThruNite Catapult V7 if you want a shorter light (4 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (17 mm narrower) and longer throw (1081 m vs 900 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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LR40R V2.0 vs Catapult V7 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix LR40R V2.0 or the ThruNite Catapult V7?

The ThruNite Catapult V7 is the shorter light: 171 mm (6.73 in) against 175 mm (6.89 in), a difference of 4 mm (2%). At its widest point the ThruNite Catapult V7 is 17 mm slimmer (65 vs 82 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LR40R V2.0: 842.5 g with battery; ThruNite Catapult V7: 357 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix LR40R V2.0 or the ThruNite Catapult V7?

The Fenix LR40R V2.0 is rated brighter: 15,000 lm maximum vs 4,010 lm for the ThruNite Catapult V7, 274% more. For beam distance the ThruNite Catapult V7 reaches further: 1081 m vs 900 m rated throw (20% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix LR40R V2.0 or the ThruNite Catapult V7?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LR40R V2.0 was $299.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite Catapult V7 $129.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Catapult V7 cost $170.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix LR40R V2.0 and ThruNite Catapult V7 use the same battery?

The Fenix LR40R V2.0 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the ThruNite Catapult V7 runs on its own battery (Battery pack).

Compare Fenix LR40R V2.0 with similar lights

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Compare ThruNite Catapult V7 with similar lights

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