Fenix HT32 vs ThruNite Catapult V7 size comparison
The ThruNite Catapult V7 is 11 mm (0.43 in) longer than the Fenix HT32, and 13 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite Catapult V7 is 11 mm (0.43 in) longer than the Fenix HT32, and 13 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix HT32 Check price ↗ | ThruNite Catapult V7 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 160 mm (6.30 in) | 171 mm (6.73 in)+11 mm |
| Head / width | 52 mm (2.05 in) | 65 mm (2.56 in)+13 mm |
| Body | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 33 mm (1.30 in)+7.6 mm |
| Weight | 185 g without battery | 357 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | Battery pack |
| Max output | 2,500 lm | 4,010 lm |
| Throw | 640 m | 1081 m |
| Type | Thrower / search | Thrower / search |
| Price | $159.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $129.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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HT32 vs Catapult V7: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HT32 is the shorter light: 160 mm (6.30 in) against 171 mm (6.73 in), a difference of 11 mm (6%). At its widest point the Fenix HT32 is 13 mm slimmer (52 vs 65 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HT32: 185 g without battery; ThruNite Catapult V7: 357 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The ThruNite Catapult V7 is rated brighter: 4,010 lm maximum vs 2,500 lm for the Fenix HT32, 60% more. For beam distance the ThruNite Catapult V7 reaches further: 1081 m vs 640 m rated throw (69% more).
Battery
The Fenix HT32 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite Catapult V7 runs on its own battery (Battery pack).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HT32 was $159.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite Catapult V7 $129.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Catapult V7 cost $30.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are throwers / search lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix HT32 if you want a shorter light (11 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (13 mm narrower). Choose the ThruNite Catapult V7 if you want more output (4,010 lm vs 2,500 lm) and longer throw (1081 m vs 640 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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HT32 vs Catapult V7 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HT32 or the ThruNite Catapult V7?
The Fenix HT32 is the shorter light: 160 mm (6.30 in) against 171 mm (6.73 in), a difference of 11 mm (6%). At its widest point the Fenix HT32 is 13 mm slimmer (52 vs 65 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HT32: 185 g without battery; ThruNite Catapult V7: 357 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix HT32 or the ThruNite Catapult V7?
The ThruNite Catapult V7 is rated brighter: 4,010 lm maximum vs 2,500 lm for the Fenix HT32, 60% more. For beam distance the ThruNite Catapult V7 reaches further: 1081 m vs 640 m rated throw (69% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HT32 or the ThruNite Catapult V7?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HT32 was $159.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite Catapult V7 $129.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Catapult V7 cost $30.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HT32 and ThruNite Catapult V7 use the same battery?
The Fenix HT32 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite Catapult V7 runs on its own battery (Battery pack).
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Sources
- Fenix HT32: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (flashlightgo.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $159.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite Catapult V7: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $129.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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