Fenix TK35R vs Nextorch TA30C MAX size comparison

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The Nextorch TA30C MAX is 1 mm (0.04 in) shorter than the Fenix TK35R, and 5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix TK35R · 154 mmNextorch TA30C MAX · 153 mm

The Nextorch TA30C MAX is 1 mm (0.04 in) shorter than the Fenix TK35R, and 5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix TK35R
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Nextorch TA30C MAX
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Length154 mm (6.06 in)153 mm (6.02 in)−1 mm
Head / width43 mm (1.69 in)38 mm (1.50 in)−5 mm
Body43 mm (1.69 in)28 mm (1.10 in)−15 mm
Weight342 g with battery153 g listed
BatteryTwo included 4000mAh rechargeable li-ion21700
Max output5,800 lm3,000 lm
Throw610 m390 m
TypeTacticalTactical
Price$199.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$109.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
Sourcefenixlighting.com sourced
Only body width (43 mm) listed
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TK35R vs TA30C MAX: how they differ

Size and weight

The Nextorch TA30C MAX is the shorter light: 153 mm (6.02 in) against 154 mm (6.06 in), a difference of 1 mm (1%). At its widest point the Nextorch TA30C MAX is 5 mm slimmer (38 vs 43 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK35R: 342 g with battery; Nextorch TA30C MAX: 153 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Fenix TK35R is rated brighter: 5,800 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Nextorch TA30C MAX, 93% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK35R reaches further: 610 m vs 390 m rated throw (56% more).

Battery

The Fenix TK35R runs on its own battery (Two included 4000mAh rechargeable li-ion); the Nextorch TA30C MAX runs on a removable 21700 battery.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK35R was $199.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nextorch TA30C MAX $109.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nextorch TA30C MAX cost $90.95 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 TK35R if you want more output (5,800 lm vs 3,000 lm) and longer throw (610 m vs 390 m). Choose the Nextorch TA30C MAX if you want a slimmer profile (5 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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TK35R vs TA30C MAX FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix TK35R or the Nextorch TA30C MAX?

The Nextorch TA30C MAX is the shorter light: 153 mm (6.02 in) against 154 mm (6.06 in), a difference of 1 mm (1%). At its widest point the Nextorch TA30C MAX is 5 mm slimmer (38 vs 43 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK35R: 342 g with battery; Nextorch TA30C MAX: 153 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix TK35R or the Nextorch TA30C MAX?

The Fenix TK35R is rated brighter: 5,800 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Nextorch TA30C MAX, 93% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK35R reaches further: 610 m vs 390 m rated throw (56% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK35R or the Nextorch TA30C MAX?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK35R was $199.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nextorch TA30C MAX $109.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nextorch TA30C MAX cost $90.95 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix TK35R and Nextorch TA30C MAX use the same battery?

The Fenix TK35R runs on its own battery (Two included 4000mAh rechargeable li-ion); the Nextorch TA30C MAX runs on a removable 21700 battery.

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