Fenix PD36 TAC vs Nitecore P10 V2 size comparison
The Nitecore P10 V2 is 8 mm (0.31 in) longer than the Fenix PD36 TAC, and 1.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Fenix PD36 TAC: Photo: Fenix · Image policy
The Nitecore P10 V2 is 8 mm (0.31 in) longer than the Fenix PD36 TAC, and 1.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD36 TAC Check price ↗ | Nitecore P10 V2 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 140 mm (5.51 in) | 148 mm (5.83 in)+8 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)−1.5 mm |
| Body | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)−0.4 mm |
| Weight | 92 g without battery | 95 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 / 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 1,100 lm |
| Throw | 274 m | 201 m |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Price | $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $54.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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PD36 TAC vs P10 V2: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix PD36 TAC is the shorter light: 140 mm (5.51 in) against 148 mm (5.83 in), a difference of 8 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore P10 V2 is 1.5 mm slimmer (25 vs 26.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36 TAC: 92 g without battery; Nitecore P10 V2: 95 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix PD36 TAC is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 1,100 lm for the Nitecore P10 V2, 173% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD36 TAC reaches further: 274 m vs 201 m rated throw (36% more).
Battery
The Fenix PD36 TAC runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore P10 V2 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36 TAC was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P10 V2 $54.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore P10 V2 cost $45.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are tactical lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix PD36 TAC if you want a shorter light (8 mm shorter), more output (3,000 lm vs 1,100 lm) and longer throw (274 m vs 201 m). Choose the Nitecore P10 V2 if you want a slimmer profile (1.5 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD36 TAC vs P10 V2 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Nitecore P10 V2?
The Fenix PD36 TAC is the shorter light: 140 mm (5.51 in) against 148 mm (5.83 in), a difference of 8 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore P10 V2 is 1.5 mm slimmer (25 vs 26.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36 TAC: 92 g without battery; Nitecore P10 V2: 95 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Nitecore P10 V2?
The Fenix PD36 TAC is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 1,100 lm for the Nitecore P10 V2, 173% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD36 TAC reaches further: 274 m vs 201 m rated throw (36% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Nitecore P10 V2?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36 TAC was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P10 V2 $54.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore P10 V2 cost $45.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD36 TAC and Nitecore P10 V2 use the same battery?
The Fenix PD36 TAC runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore P10 V2 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix PD36 TAC: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Photo from manufacturer: the maker's own product photo with the background removed, scaled to the published length and diameter (Photo: Fenix; image policy). Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore P10 V2: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $54.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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