ThruNite BSS V6 vs ThruNite TN12 V6 size comparison
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is 12 mm (0.47 in) shorter than the ThruNite BSS V6, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs listed), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is 12 mm (0.47 in) shorter than the ThruNite BSS V6, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| ThruNite BSS V6 Check price ↗ | ThruNite TN12 V6 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 146 mm (5.75 in) | 134 mm (5.28 in)−12 mm |
| Head / width | 25 mm (0.98 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)+2 mm |
| Body | 24 mm (0.94 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)same |
| Weight | 97 g listed | 88 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | 18650 | 18650 |
| Max output | 2,000 lm | 1,950 lm |
| Throw | 259 m | — |
| Type | Tactical | EDC |
| Price | $49.99 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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BSS V6 vs TN12 V6: how they differ
Size and weight
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 146 mm (5.75 in), a difference of 12 mm (8%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 2 mm slimmer (25 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed; ThruNite TN12 V6: 88 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The ThruNite BSS V6 is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,950 lm for the ThruNite TN12 V6, 3% more.
Battery
Both run on a removable 18650 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the ThruNite BSS V6 was $49.99 at batteryjunction.com and the ThruNite TN12 V6 $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TN12 V6 cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
The ThruNite BSS V6 is listed as tactical and the ThruNite TN12 V6 as edc, so they suit different jobs.
Which should you buy?
Choose the ThruNite BSS V6 if you want a slimmer profile (2 mm narrower). Choose the ThruNite TN12 V6 if you want a shorter light (12 mm shorter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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BSS V6 vs TN12 V6 FAQ
Which is smaller, the ThruNite BSS V6 or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 146 mm (5.75 in), a difference of 12 mm (8%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 2 mm slimmer (25 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed; ThruNite TN12 V6: 88 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the ThruNite BSS V6 or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
The ThruNite BSS V6 is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,950 lm for the ThruNite TN12 V6, 3% more.
Which is cheaper, the ThruNite BSS V6 or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the ThruNite BSS V6 was $49.99 at batteryjunction.com and the ThruNite TN12 V6 $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TN12 V6 cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the ThruNite BSS V6 and ThruNite TN12 V6 use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 18650 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- ThruNite BSS V6: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $49.99 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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