Fenix HM65R vs Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 size comparison
The Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 is 0.5 mm (0.02 in) shorter than the Fenix HM65R, and 6.8 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery and headband vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 is 0.5 mm (0.02 in) shorter than the Fenix HM65R, and 6.8 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery and headband vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix HM65R Check price ↗ | Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 80.5 mm (3.17 in) | 80 mm (3.15 in)−0.5 mm |
| Height | 40 mm (1.57 in) | 46.8 mm (1.84 in)+6.8 mm |
| Thickness | 55 mm (2.17 in) | 34.9 mm (1.37 in)−20.1 mm |
| Weight | 97 g without battery | 140 g with battery and headband |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 18650 / 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 1,400 lm | 1,600 lm |
| Throw | 163 m | 170 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 80 x 46.8 x 34.9 mm |
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HM65R vs HM65R-T V2.0: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 is the shorter light: 80 mm (3.15 in) against 80.5 mm (3.17 in), a difference of 0.5 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix HM65R is 6.8 mm slimmer (40 vs 46.8 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HM65R: 97 g without battery; Fenix HM65R-T V2.0: 140 g with battery and headband), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 1,400 lm for the Fenix HM65R, 14% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 reaches further: 170 m vs 163 m rated throw (4% more).
Battery
Both run on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries, so spare cells work in either light.
Type
Both are headlamps / right-angle lights in our catalog with a headlamp body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix HM65R if you want a slimmer profile (6.8 mm narrower). Choose the Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 if you want more output (1,600 lm vs 1,400 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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HM65R vs HM65R-T V2.0 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HM65R or the Fenix HM65R-T V2.0?
The Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 is the shorter light: 80 mm (3.15 in) against 80.5 mm (3.17 in), a difference of 0.5 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix HM65R is 6.8 mm slimmer (40 vs 46.8 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HM65R: 97 g without battery; Fenix HM65R-T V2.0: 140 g with battery and headband), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix HM65R or the Fenix HM65R-T V2.0?
The Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 1,400 lm for the Fenix HM65R, 14% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 reaches further: 170 m vs 163 m rated throw (4% more).
Do the Fenix HM65R and Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 use the same battery?
Both run on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries, so spare cells work in either light.