ThruNite Archer 2A V3 vs ThruNite TN12 V6 size comparison
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is 21 mm (0.83 in) shorter than the ThruNite Archer 2A V3, and 5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is 21 mm (0.83 in) shorter than the ThruNite Archer 2A V3, and 5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| ThruNite Archer 2A V3 Check price ↗ | ThruNite TN12 V6 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 155 mm (6.10 in) | 134 mm (5.28 in)−21 mm |
| Head / width | 22 mm (0.87 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)+5 mm |
| Body | 22 mm (0.87 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)+2 mm |
| Weight | 48 g without battery | 88 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | 2x AA | 18650 |
| Max output | 500 lm | 1,950 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $29.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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Archer 2A V3 vs TN12 V6: how they differ
Size and weight
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 155 mm (6.10 in), a difference of 21 mm (14%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 is 5 mm slimmer (22 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (ThruNite Archer 2A V3: 48 g without battery; ThruNite TN12 V6: 88 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is rated brighter: 1,950 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the ThruNite Archer 2A V3, 290% more.
Battery
The ThruNite Archer 2A V3 runs on removable 2x AA batteries; the ThruNite TN12 V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a AA cell is about 14.5 × 50.5 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 was $29.99 at batteryjunction.com and the ThruNite TN12 V6 $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 cost $10.00 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 ThruNite Archer 2A V3 if you want a slimmer profile (5 mm narrower). Choose the ThruNite TN12 V6 if you want a shorter light (21 mm shorter) and more output (1,950 lm vs 500 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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Archer 2A V3 vs TN12 V6 FAQ
Which is smaller, the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 155 mm (6.10 in), a difference of 21 mm (14%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 is 5 mm slimmer (22 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (ThruNite Archer 2A V3: 48 g without battery; ThruNite TN12 V6: 88 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is rated brighter: 1,950 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the ThruNite Archer 2A V3, 290% more.
Which is cheaper, the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 was $29.99 at batteryjunction.com and the ThruNite TN12 V6 $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 and ThruNite TN12 V6 use the same battery?
The ThruNite Archer 2A V3 runs on removable 2x AA batteries; the ThruNite TN12 V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a AA cell is about 14.5 × 50.5 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- ThruNite Archer 2A V3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $29.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite TN12 V6: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $39.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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