Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB vs SureFire EDCL2-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL2-T is 17.8 mm (0.70 in) longer than the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, and 1.7 mm wider at its widest point. It is 9 g lighter (with battery).
The SureFire EDCL2-T is 17.8 mm (0.70 in) longer than the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, and 1.7 mm wider at its widest point. It is 9 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL2-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 130.6 mm (5.14 in) | 148.3 mm (5.84 in)+17.8 mm |
| Head / width | 26.9 mm (1.06 in) | 28.6 mm (1.13 in)+1.7 mm |
| Body | 23.9 mm (0.94 in) | — |
| Weight | 125 g with battery | 116.2 g with batteries−9 g |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 500 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $83.05 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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ProTac 2L-X USB vs EDCL2-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is the shorter light: 130.6 mm (5.14 in) against 148.3 mm (5.84 in), a difference of 17.8 mm (12%). At its widest point the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 1.7 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 28.6 mm). The SureFire EDCL2-T is 9 g lighter (116.2 g vs 125 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The SureFire EDCL2-T is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, 140% more.
Battery
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the SureFire EDCL2-T runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB was $83.05 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL2-T $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB cost $155.95 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB if you want a shorter light (17.8 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (1.7 mm narrower). Choose the SureFire EDCL2-T if you want less weight (9 g lighter) and more output (1,200 lm vs 500 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB Check price ↗ SureFire EDCL2-T
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ProTac 2L-X USB vs EDCL2-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB or the SureFire EDCL2-T?
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is the shorter light: 130.6 mm (5.14 in) against 148.3 mm (5.84 in), a difference of 17.8 mm (12%). At its widest point the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 1.7 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 28.6 mm). The SureFire EDCL2-T is 9 g lighter (116.2 g vs 125 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB or the SureFire EDCL2-T?
The SureFire EDCL2-T is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, 140% more.
Which is cheaper, the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB or the SureFire EDCL2-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB was $83.05 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL2-T $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB cost $155.95 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB and SureFire EDCL2-T use the same battery?
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the SureFire EDCL2-T runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $83.05 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- SureFire EDCL2-T: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $239.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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