Fenix TK17 vs Nextorch TA30C MAX size comparison

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The Nextorch TA30C MAX is 4.5 mm (0.18 in) longer than the Fenix TK17, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix TK17 · 148.5 mmNextorch TA30C MAX · 153 mm

The Nextorch TA30C MAX is 4.5 mm (0.18 in) longer than the Fenix TK17, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix TK17
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Nextorch TA30C MAX
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Length148.5 mm (5.85 in)153 mm (6.02 in)+4.5 mm
Head / width36 mm (1.42 in)38 mm (1.50 in)+2 mm
Body25.4 mm (1.00 in)28 mm (1.10 in)+2.6 mm
Weight197.2 g with battery153 g listed
BatteryOne included 6000mAh rechargeable li-ion21700
Max output3,600 lm3,000 lm
Throw330 m390 m
TypeTacticalTactical
Price$104.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$109.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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TK17 vs TA30C MAX: how they differ

Size and weight

The Fenix TK17 is the shorter light: 148.5 mm (5.85 in) against 153 mm (6.02 in), a difference of 4.5 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix TK17 is 2 mm slimmer (36 vs 38 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK17: 197.2 g with battery; Nextorch TA30C MAX: 153 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Fenix TK17 is rated brighter: 3,600 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Nextorch TA30C MAX, 20% more. For beam distance the Nextorch TA30C MAX reaches further: 390 m vs 330 m rated throw (18% more).

Battery

The Fenix TK17 runs on its own battery (One included 6000mAh rechargeable li-ion); the Nextorch TA30C MAX runs on a removable 21700 battery.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK17 was $104.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nextorch TA30C MAX $109.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix TK17 cost $4.05 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 TK17 if you want a shorter light (4.5 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (2 mm narrower) and more output (3,600 lm vs 3,000 lm). Choose the Nextorch TA30C MAX if you want longer throw (390 m vs 330 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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TK17 vs TA30C MAX FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix TK17 or the Nextorch TA30C MAX?

The Fenix TK17 is the shorter light: 148.5 mm (5.85 in) against 153 mm (6.02 in), a difference of 4.5 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix TK17 is 2 mm slimmer (36 vs 38 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK17: 197.2 g with battery; Nextorch TA30C MAX: 153 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix TK17 or the Nextorch TA30C MAX?

The Fenix TK17 is rated brighter: 3,600 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Nextorch TA30C MAX, 20% more. For beam distance the Nextorch TA30C MAX reaches further: 390 m vs 330 m rated throw (18% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK17 or the Nextorch TA30C MAX?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK17 was $104.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nextorch TA30C MAX $109.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix TK17 cost $4.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix TK17 and Nextorch TA30C MAX use the same battery?

The Fenix TK17 runs on its own battery (One included 6000mAh rechargeable li-ion); the Nextorch TA30C MAX runs on a removable 21700 battery.

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