Fenix PD32R vs Olight ArkTac size comparison
The Olight ArkTac is 0.5 mm (0.02 in) longer than the Fenix PD32R, and 2.5 mm wider at its widest point. It is about the same weight (with battery).
The Olight ArkTac is 0.5 mm (0.02 in) longer than the Fenix PD32R, and 2.5 mm wider at its widest point. It is about the same weight (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix PD32R Check price ↗ | Olight ArkTac Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 135 mm (5.31 in) | 135.5 mm (5.33 in)+0.5 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 29 mm (1.14 in)+2.5 mm |
| Body | 23.6 mm (0.93 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 17 mm (0.67 in) |
| Weight | 136 g with battery | 136 g with batterysame |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,400 lm | 1,700 lm |
| Throw | 344 m | 205 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $119.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | olight.com sourced |
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PD32R vs ArkTac: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix PD32R is the shorter light: 135 mm (5.31 in) against 135.5 mm (5.33 in), a difference of 0.5 mm (0%). At its widest point the Fenix PD32R is 2.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 29 mm). They weigh about the same (136 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Olight ArkTac is rated brighter: 1,700 lm maximum vs 1,400 lm for the Fenix PD32R, 21% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD32R reaches further: 344 m vs 205 m rated throw (68% more).
Battery
The Fenix PD32R runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Olight ArkTac runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix PD32R lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD32R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight ArkTac $119.99 at olight.com, so the Fenix PD32R cost $40.04 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix PD32R if you want a slimmer profile (2.5 mm narrower), longer throw (344 m vs 205 m) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Olight ArkTac if you want more output (1,700 lm vs 1,400 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD32R vs ArkTac FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD32R or the Olight ArkTac?
The Fenix PD32R is the shorter light: 135 mm (5.31 in) against 135.5 mm (5.33 in), a difference of 0.5 mm (0%). At its widest point the Fenix PD32R is 2.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 29 mm). They weigh about the same (136 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD32R or the Olight ArkTac?
The Olight ArkTac is rated brighter: 1,700 lm maximum vs 1,400 lm for the Fenix PD32R, 21% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD32R reaches further: 344 m vs 205 m rated throw (68% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD32R or the Olight ArkTac?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD32R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight ArkTac $119.99 at olight.com, so the Fenix PD32R cost $40.04 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD32R and Olight ArkTac use the same battery?
The Fenix PD32R runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Olight ArkTac runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix PD32R lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix PD32R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $79.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight ArkTac: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Price $119.99 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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