Fenix PD35 V3.0 vs Fenix PD35R size comparison
The Fenix PD35R is 2 mm (0.08 in) longer than the Fenix PD35 V3.0, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Fenix PD35R is 2 mm (0.08 in) longer than the Fenix PD35 V3.0, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD35 V3.0 Check price ↗ | Fenix PD35R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 134 mm (5.28 in) | 136 mm (5.35 in)+2 mm |
| Head / width | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 25.4 mm (1.00 in)same |
| Body | 22.8 mm (0.90 in) | 23.2 mm (0.91 in)+0.4 mm |
| Weight | 83.5 g without battery | 140 g with battery |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 18650 / 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 1,700 lm | 1,700 lm |
| Throw | 357 m | 353 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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PD35 V3.0 vs PD35R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix PD35 V3.0 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 136 mm (5.35 in), a difference of 2 mm (1%). At their widest points they are about the same (25.4 vs 25.4 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD35 V3.0: 83.5 g without battery; Fenix PD35R: 140 g with 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 353 m rated throw (1% 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 PD35 V3.0 was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix PD35R $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix PD35 V3.0 cost $10.00 less. 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?
On the specs we track, these two are closely matched, so decide on price, user interface and the features you care about. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD35 V3.0 vs PD35R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD35 V3.0 or the Fenix PD35R?
The Fenix PD35 V3.0 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 136 mm (5.35 in), a difference of 2 mm (1%). At their widest points they are about the same (25.4 vs 25.4 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD35 V3.0: 83.5 g without battery; Fenix PD35R: 140 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD35 V3.0 or the Fenix PD35R?
Both are rated at 1,700 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix PD35 V3.0 reaches further: 357 m vs 353 m rated throw (1% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD35 V3.0 or the Fenix PD35R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD35 V3.0 was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix PD35R $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix PD35 V3.0 cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD35 V3.0 and Fenix PD35R 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 PD35 V3.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $79.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix PD35R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $89.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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