Fenix LR36R vs ThruNite Catapult V7 size comparison
The ThruNite Catapult V7 is 10.3 mm (0.41 in) longer than the Fenix LR36R, and 8.8 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite Catapult V7 is 10.3 mm (0.41 in) longer than the Fenix LR36R, and 8.8 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix LR36R Check price ↗ | ThruNite Catapult V7 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 160.7 mm (6.33 in) | 171 mm (6.73 in)+10.3 mm |
| Head / width | 56.2 mm (2.21 in) | 65 mm (2.56 in)+8.8 mm |
| Body | 55.1 mm (2.17 in) | 33 mm (1.30 in)−22.1 mm |
| Weight | 493 g with battery | 357 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | Battery pack |
| Max output | 10,000 lm | 4,010 lm |
| Throw | 1260 m | 1081 m |
| Type | Thrower / search | Thrower / search |
| Price | $359.95 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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LR36R vs Catapult V7: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix LR36R is the shorter light: 160.7 mm (6.33 in) against 171 mm (6.73 in), a difference of 10.3 mm (6%). At its widest point the Fenix LR36R is 8.8 mm slimmer (56.2 vs 65 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LR36R: 493 g with battery; ThruNite Catapult V7: 357 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix LR36R is rated brighter: 10,000 lm maximum vs 4,010 lm for the ThruNite Catapult V7, 149% more. For beam distance the Fenix LR36R reaches further: 1260 m vs 1081 m rated throw (17% more).
Battery
The Fenix LR36R 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 LR36R was $359.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite Catapult V7 $129.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Catapult V7 cost $230.00 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 LR36R if you want a shorter light (10.3 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (8.8 mm narrower), more output (10,000 lm vs 4,010 lm) and longer throw (1260 m vs 1081 m). On the specs we track, the Fenix LR36R is ahead or level everywhere; the ThruNite Catapult V7 makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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LR36R vs Catapult V7 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix LR36R or the ThruNite Catapult V7?
The Fenix LR36R is the shorter light: 160.7 mm (6.33 in) against 171 mm (6.73 in), a difference of 10.3 mm (6%). At its widest point the Fenix LR36R is 8.8 mm slimmer (56.2 vs 65 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LR36R: 493 g with battery; ThruNite Catapult V7: 357 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix LR36R or the ThruNite Catapult V7?
The Fenix LR36R is rated brighter: 10,000 lm maximum vs 4,010 lm for the ThruNite Catapult V7, 149% more. For beam distance the Fenix LR36R reaches further: 1260 m vs 1081 m rated throw (17% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix LR36R or the ThruNite Catapult V7?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LR36R was $359.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite Catapult V7 $129.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Catapult V7 cost $230.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix LR36R and ThruNite Catapult V7 use the same battery?
The Fenix LR36R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite Catapult V7 runs on its own battery (Battery pack).
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Sources
- Fenix LR36R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $359.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite Catapult V7: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $129.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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