Fenix TK15R vs Fenix TK17 size comparison
The Fenix TK17 is 0.5 mm (0.02 in) shorter than the Fenix TK15R, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. It is 8 g lighter (with battery).
The Fenix TK17 is 0.5 mm (0.02 in) shorter than the Fenix TK15R, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. It is 8 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix TK15R Check price ↗ | Fenix TK17 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 149 mm (5.87 in) | 148.5 mm (5.85 in)−0.5 mm |
| Head / width | 34 mm (1.34 in) | 36 mm (1.42 in)+2 mm |
| Body | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 25.4 mm (1.00 in)same |
| Weight | 205.5 g with battery | 197.2 g with battery−8 g |
| Battery | 21700 | One included 6000mAh rechargeable li-ion |
| Max output | 3,200 lm | 3,600 lm |
| Throw | 490 m | 330 m |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Price | $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $104.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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TK15R vs TK17: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix TK17 is the shorter light: 148.5 mm (5.85 in) against 149 mm (5.87 in), a difference of 0.5 mm (0%). At its widest point the Fenix TK15R is 2 mm slimmer (34 vs 36 mm). The Fenix TK17 is 8 g lighter (197.2 g vs 205.5 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix TK17 is rated brighter: 3,600 lm maximum vs 3,200 lm for the Fenix TK15R, 13% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK15R reaches further: 490 m vs 330 m rated throw (48% more).
Battery
The Fenix TK15R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix TK17 runs on its own battery (One included 6000mAh rechargeable li-ion).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK15R was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix TK17 $104.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix TK17 cost $15.00 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 TK15R if you want a slimmer profile (2 mm narrower) and longer throw (490 m vs 330 m). Choose the Fenix TK17 if you want more output (3,600 lm vs 3,200 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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TK15R vs TK17 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix TK15R or the Fenix TK17?
The Fenix TK17 is the shorter light: 148.5 mm (5.85 in) against 149 mm (5.87 in), a difference of 0.5 mm (0%). At its widest point the Fenix TK15R is 2 mm slimmer (34 vs 36 mm). The Fenix TK17 is 8 g lighter (197.2 g vs 205.5 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix TK15R or the Fenix TK17?
The Fenix TK17 is rated brighter: 3,600 lm maximum vs 3,200 lm for the Fenix TK15R, 13% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK15R reaches further: 490 m vs 330 m rated throw (48% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK15R or the Fenix TK17?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK15R was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix TK17 $104.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix TK17 cost $15.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix TK15R and Fenix TK17 use the same battery?
The Fenix TK15R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix TK17 runs on its own battery (One included 6000mAh rechargeable li-ion).
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Sources
- Fenix TK15R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $119.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix TK17: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $104.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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