Fenix HL12R V2.0 vs Fenix HP12R-T size comparison
The Fenix HP12R-T is 5 mm (0.20 in) longer than the Fenix HL12R V2.0, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 127 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix HP12R-T is 5 mm (0.20 in) longer than the Fenix HL12R V2.0, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 127 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix HL12R V2.0 Check price ↗ | Fenix HP12R-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 56 mm (2.20 in) | 61 mm (2.40 in)+5 mm |
| Height | 40 mm (1.57 in) | 37 mm (1.46 in)−3 mm |
| Thickness | 31.9 mm (1.26 in) | 28 mm (1.10 in)−3.9 mm |
| Weight | 72.5 g with battery and headband | 199 g with battery and headband+127 g |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 / 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 500 lm | 1,300 lm |
| Throw | 125 m | 200 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $44.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height | fenixlighting.com sourced Lamp unit only (61 x 37 x 28 mm); separate battery case 92 x 35 x 36 mm |
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HL12R V2.0 vs HP12R-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HL12R V2.0 is the shorter light: 56 mm (2.20 in) against 61 mm (2.40 in), a difference of 5 mm (8%). At its widest point the Fenix HP12R-T is 3 mm slimmer (37 vs 40 mm). The Fenix HL12R V2.0 is 127 g lighter (72.5 g vs 199 g, with battery and headband).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HP12R-T is rated brighter: 1,300 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Fenix HL12R V2.0, 160% more. For beam distance the Fenix HP12R-T reaches further: 200 m vs 125 m rated throw (60% more).
Battery
The Fenix HL12R V2.0 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Fenix HP12R-T runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. Only the Fenix HP12R-T lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 was $44.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HP12R-T $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL12R V2.0 cost $45.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are headlamps / right-angle lights in our catalog with a headlamp body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix HL12R V2.0 if you want a shorter light (5 mm shorter), less weight (127 g lighter) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Fenix HP12R-T if you want a slimmer profile (3 mm narrower), more output (1,300 lm vs 500 lm), longer throw (200 m vs 125 m) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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HL12R V2.0 vs HP12R-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 or the Fenix HP12R-T?
The Fenix HL12R V2.0 is the shorter light: 56 mm (2.20 in) against 61 mm (2.40 in), a difference of 5 mm (8%). At its widest point the Fenix HP12R-T is 3 mm slimmer (37 vs 40 mm). The Fenix HL12R V2.0 is 127 g lighter (72.5 g vs 199 g, with battery and headband).
Which is brighter, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 or the Fenix HP12R-T?
The Fenix HP12R-T is rated brighter: 1,300 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Fenix HL12R V2.0, 160% more. For beam distance the Fenix HP12R-T reaches further: 200 m vs 125 m rated throw (60% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 or the Fenix HP12R-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 was $44.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HP12R-T $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL12R V2.0 cost $45.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HL12R V2.0 and Fenix HP12R-T use the same battery?
The Fenix HL12R V2.0 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Fenix HP12R-T runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. Only the Fenix HP12R-T lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix HL12R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $44.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix HP12R-T: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $89.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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