Fenix PD36R ACE vs Fenix PD45R ACE size comparison
The Fenix PD45R ACE is 11.7 mm (0.46 in) longer than the Fenix PD36R ACE, with about the same max diameter/width. It is 19 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix PD45R ACE is 11.7 mm (0.46 in) longer than the Fenix PD36R ACE, with about the same max diameter/width. It is 19 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
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| Length | 146 mm (5.75 in) | 157.7 mm (6.21 in)+11.7 mm |
| Head / width | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)same |
| Body | 26 mm (1.02 in) | 25.9 mm (1.02 in)−0.1 mm |
| Weight | 181.6 g with battery | 200.5 g with battery+19 g |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 3,200 lm |
| Throw | 415 m | 410 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $109.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $129.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 30 mm wide x 25.9 mm high |
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PD36R ACE vs PD45R ACE: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix PD36R ACE is the shorter light: 146 mm (5.75 in) against 157.7 mm (6.21 in), a difference of 11.7 mm (7%). At their widest points they are about the same (30 vs 30 mm). The Fenix PD36R ACE is 19 g lighter (181.6 g vs 200.5 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix PD45R ACE is rated brighter: 3,200 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Fenix PD36R ACE, 7% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD36R ACE reaches further: 415 m vs 410 m rated throw (1% 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 PD36R ACE was $109.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix PD45R ACE $129.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix PD36R ACE cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix PD36R ACE if you want a shorter light (11.7 mm shorter) and less weight (19 g lighter). On the specs we track, the Fenix PD36R ACE is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix PD45R ACE 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.
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PD36R ACE vs PD45R ACE FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36R ACE or the Fenix PD45R ACE?
The Fenix PD36R ACE is the shorter light: 146 mm (5.75 in) against 157.7 mm (6.21 in), a difference of 11.7 mm (7%). At their widest points they are about the same (30 vs 30 mm). The Fenix PD36R ACE is 19 g lighter (181.6 g vs 200.5 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36R ACE or the Fenix PD45R ACE?
The Fenix PD45R ACE is rated brighter: 3,200 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Fenix PD36R ACE, 7% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD36R ACE reaches further: 415 m vs 410 m rated throw (1% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36R ACE or the Fenix PD45R ACE?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36R ACE was $109.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix PD45R ACE $129.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix PD36R ACE cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD36R ACE and Fenix PD45R ACE use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix PD36R ACE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $109.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix PD45R ACE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $129.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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