Fenix TK35R vs ThruNite BSS V6 size comparison
The ThruNite BSS V6 is 8 mm (0.31 in) shorter than the Fenix TK35R, and 18 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Fenix TK35R: Photo: Fenix · ThruNite BSS V6: Photo: ThruNite · Image policy
The ThruNite BSS V6 is 8 mm (0.31 in) shorter than the Fenix TK35R, and 18 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix TK35R Check price ↗ | ThruNite BSS V6 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 154 mm (6.06 in) | 146 mm (5.75 in)−8 mm |
| Head / width | 43 mm (1.69 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)−18 mm |
| Body | 43 mm (1.69 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)−19 mm |
| Weight | 342 g with battery | 97 g listed |
| Battery | Two included 4000mAh rechargeable li-ion | 18650 |
| Max output | 5,800 lm | 2,000 lm |
| Throw | 610 m | 259 m |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Price | $199.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Only body width (43 mm) listed | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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TK35R vs BSS V6: how they differ
Size and weight
The ThruNite BSS V6 is the shorter light: 146 mm (5.75 in) against 154 mm (6.06 in), a difference of 8 mm (5%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 18 mm slimmer (25 vs 43 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK35R: 342 g with battery; ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix TK35R is rated brighter: 5,800 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the ThruNite BSS V6, 190% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK35R reaches further: 610 m vs 259 m rated throw (136% more).
Battery
The Fenix TK35R runs on its own battery (Two included 4000mAh rechargeable li-ion); the ThruNite BSS V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK35R was $199.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite BSS V6 $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite BSS V6 cost $149.96 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 2,000 lm) and longer throw (610 m vs 259 m). Choose the ThruNite BSS V6 if you want a shorter light (8 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (18 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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TK35R vs BSS V6 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix TK35R or the ThruNite BSS V6?
The ThruNite BSS V6 is the shorter light: 146 mm (5.75 in) against 154 mm (6.06 in), a difference of 8 mm (5%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 18 mm slimmer (25 vs 43 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK35R: 342 g with battery; ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix TK35R or the ThruNite BSS V6?
The Fenix TK35R is rated brighter: 5,800 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the ThruNite BSS V6, 190% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK35R reaches further: 610 m vs 259 m rated throw (136% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK35R or the ThruNite BSS V6?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK35R was $199.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite BSS V6 $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite BSS V6 cost $149.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix TK35R and ThruNite BSS V6 use the same battery?
The Fenix TK35R runs on its own battery (Two included 4000mAh rechargeable li-ion); the ThruNite BSS V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery.
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Sources
- Fenix TK35R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Photo from manufacturer: the maker's own product photo with the background removed, scaled to the published length and diameter (Photo: Fenix; image policy). Price $199.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite BSS V6: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Photo from manufacturer: the maker's own product photo with the background removed, scaled to the published length and diameter (Photo: ThruNite; image policy). Price $49.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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