Fenix PD36R V2.0 vs ThruNite TN12 V6 size comparison
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is 6.7 mm (0.26 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36R V2.0, and 0.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is 6.7 mm (0.26 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36R V2.0, and 0.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD36R V2.0 Check price ↗ | ThruNite TN12 V6 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 140.7 mm (5.54 in) | 134 mm (5.28 in)−6.7 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)+0.5 mm |
| Body | 25.5 mm (1.00 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)−1.5 mm |
| Weight | 167 g with battery | 88 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 |
| Max output | 1,700 lm | 1,950 lm |
| Throw | 396 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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PD36R V2.0 vs TN12 V6: how they differ
Size and weight
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 140.7 mm (5.54 in), a difference of 6.7 mm (5%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36R V2.0 is 0.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36R V2.0: 167 g with battery; ThruNite TN12 V6: 88 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is rated brighter: 1,950 lm maximum vs 1,700 lm for the Fenix PD36R V2.0, 15% more.
Battery
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite TN12 V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery. 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 PD36R V2.0 was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite TN12 V6 $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TN12 V6 cost $59.96 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 ThruNite TN12 V6 if you want a shorter light (6.7 mm shorter) and more output (1,950 lm vs 1,700 lm). On the specs we track, the ThruNite TN12 V6 is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix PD36R V2.0 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 V2.0 vs TN12 V6 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36R V2.0 or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 140.7 mm (5.54 in), a difference of 6.7 mm (5%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36R V2.0 is 0.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36R V2.0: 167 g with battery; ThruNite TN12 V6: 88 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36R V2.0 or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is rated brighter: 1,950 lm maximum vs 1,700 lm for the Fenix PD36R V2.0, 15% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36R V2.0 or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36R V2.0 was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite TN12 V6 $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TN12 V6 cost $59.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD36R V2.0 and ThruNite TN12 V6 use the same battery?
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite TN12 V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix PD36R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite TN12 V6: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $39.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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