Fenix PD36 TAC vs Nitecore MH12 Pro size comparison
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is 1.6 mm (0.06 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36 TAC, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is 1.6 mm (0.06 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36 TAC, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD36 TAC Check price ↗ | Nitecore MH12 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 140 mm (5.51 in) | 138.4 mm (5.45 in)−1.6 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 26.9 mm (1.06 in)+0.4 mm |
| Body | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 25.9 mm (1.02 in)+0.5 mm |
| Weight | 92 g without battery | 82 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 3,300 lm |
| Throw | 274 m | — |
| Type | Tactical | EDC |
| Price | $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.45" x W-1.02" x H-1.06" (head 1.06", body 1.02"), 2.89 oz; converted |
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PD36 TAC vs MH12 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is the shorter light: 138.4 mm (5.45 in) against 140 mm (5.51 in), a difference of 1.6 mm (1%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.5 vs 26.9 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36 TAC: 92 g without battery; Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Fenix PD36 TAC, 10% more.
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36 TAC was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore MH12 Pro $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Nitecore MH12 Pro cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
The Fenix PD36 TAC is listed as tactical and the Nitecore MH12 Pro as edc, so they suit different jobs.
Which should you buy?
On the specs we track, these two are closely matched, so decide on price, user interface and the features you care about. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Fenix PD36 TAC Check price ↗ Nitecore MH12 Pro
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PD36 TAC vs MH12 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is the shorter light: 138.4 mm (5.45 in) against 140 mm (5.51 in), a difference of 1.6 mm (1%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.5 vs 26.9 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36 TAC: 92 g without battery; Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Fenix PD36 TAC, 10% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36 TAC was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore MH12 Pro $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Nitecore MH12 Pro cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD36 TAC and Nitecore MH12 Pro use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix PD36 TAC: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (fenixlighting.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore MH12 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $89.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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