Nitecore MT2C Pro vs SureFire EDCL1-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 3.7 mm (0.15 in) shorter than the Nitecore MT2C Pro, and 1.6 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 3.7 mm (0.15 in) shorter than the Nitecore MT2C Pro, and 1.6 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore MT2C Pro Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 118 mm (4.65 in) | 114.3 mm (4.50 in)−3.7 mm |
| Head / width | 27 mm (1.06 in) | 28.6 mm (1.12 in)+1.6 mm |
| Body | 21 mm (0.83 in) | — |
| Weight | 64 g listed | 93.6 g with battery |
| Battery | 18650 | CR123A |
| Max output | 1,800 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | 520 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | not verified yet | $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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MT2C Pro vs EDCL1-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 118 mm (4.65 in), a difference of 3.7 mm (3%). At its widest point the Nitecore MT2C Pro is 1.6 mm slimmer (27 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MT2C Pro: 64 g listed; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore MT2C Pro is rated brighter: 1,800 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 260% more.
Battery
The Nitecore MT2C Pro runs on a removable 18650 battery; the SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore MT2C Pro if you want a slimmer profile (1.6 mm narrower) and more output (1,800 lm vs 500 lm). Choose the SureFire EDCL1-T if you want a shorter light (3.7 mm shorter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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MT2C Pro vs EDCL1-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore MT2C Pro or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 118 mm (4.65 in), a difference of 3.7 mm (3%). At its widest point the Nitecore MT2C Pro is 1.6 mm slimmer (27 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MT2C Pro: 64 g listed; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore MT2C Pro or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Nitecore MT2C Pro is rated brighter: 1,800 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 260% more.
Do the Nitecore MT2C Pro and SureFire EDCL1-T use the same battery?
The Nitecore MT2C Pro runs on a removable 18650 battery; the SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Nitecore MT2C Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. No verified price yet.
- SureFire EDCL1-T: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $215.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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