Fenix LD30R vs Fenix PD35 V3.0 size comparison
The Fenix PD35 V3.0 is 4.3 mm (0.17 in) longer than the Fenix LD30R, and 1.1 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Fenix PD35 V3.0 is 4.3 mm (0.17 in) longer than the Fenix LD30R, and 1.1 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix LD30R Check price ↗ | Fenix PD35 V3.0 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 129.7 mm (5.11 in) | 134 mm (5.28 in)+4.3 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 25.4 mm (1.00 in)−1.1 mm |
| Body | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) | 22.8 mm (0.90 in)+0.2 mm |
| Weight | 132 g with battery | 83.5 g without battery |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 18650 / 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 1,700 lm | 1,700 lm |
| Throw | 257 m | 357 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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LD30R vs PD35 V3.0: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix LD30R is the shorter light: 129.7 mm (5.11 in) against 134 mm (5.28 in), a difference of 4.3 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix PD35 V3.0 is 1.1 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 26.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LD30R: 132 g with battery; Fenix PD35 V3.0: 83.5 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
Both are rated at 1,700 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix PD35 V3.0 reaches further: 357 m vs 257 m rated throw (39% more).
Battery
Both run on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LD30R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix PD35 V3.0 $79.95 at fenixlighting.com. 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 Fenix LD30R if you want a shorter light (4.3 mm shorter). Choose the Fenix PD35 V3.0 if you want longer throw (357 m vs 257 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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LD30R vs PD35 V3.0 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix LD30R or the Fenix PD35 V3.0?
The Fenix LD30R is the shorter light: 129.7 mm (5.11 in) against 134 mm (5.28 in), a difference of 4.3 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix PD35 V3.0 is 1.1 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 26.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LD30R: 132 g with battery; Fenix PD35 V3.0: 83.5 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix LD30R or the Fenix PD35 V3.0?
Both are rated at 1,700 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix PD35 V3.0 reaches further: 357 m vs 257 m rated throw (39% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix LD30R or the Fenix PD35 V3.0?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LD30R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix PD35 V3.0 $79.95 at fenixlighting.com. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix LD30R and Fenix PD35 V3.0 use the same battery?
Both run on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix LD30R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $79.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix PD35 V3.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $79.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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