Fenix PD35 V3.0 vs Olight ArkTac size comparison

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The Olight ArkTac is 1.5 mm (0.06 in) longer than the Fenix PD35 V3.0, and 3.6 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix PD35 V3.0 · 134 mmOlight ArkTac · 135.5 mm

The Olight ArkTac is 1.5 mm (0.06 in) longer than the Fenix PD35 V3.0, and 3.6 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix PD35 V3.0
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Length134 mm (5.28 in)135.5 mm (5.33 in)+1.5 mm
Head / width25.4 mm (1.00 in)29 mm (1.14 in)+3.6 mm
Body22.8 mm (0.90 in)—
Thickness—17 mm (0.67 in)
Weight83.5 g without battery136 g with battery
Battery18650 / 2x CR123ABuilt-in
Max output1,700 lm1,700 lm
Throw357 m205 m
TypeEDCEDC
Price$79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$119.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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PD35 V3.0 vs ArkTac: how they differ

Size and weight

The Fenix PD35 V3.0 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 135.5 mm (5.33 in), a difference of 1.5 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix PD35 V3.0 is 3.6 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 29 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD35 V3.0: 83.5 g without battery; Olight ArkTac: 136 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 205 m rated throw (74% more).

Battery

The Fenix PD35 V3.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Olight ArkTac runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix PD35 V3.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD35 V3.0 was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight ArkTac $119.99 at olight.com, so the Fenix PD35 V3.0 cost $40.04 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Type

Both are EDC lights in our catalog.

Which should you buy?

Choose the Fenix PD35 V3.0 if you want a slimmer profile (3.6 mm narrower), longer throw (357 m vs 205 m) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Olight ArkTac if you want a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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PD35 V3.0 vs ArkTac FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix PD35 V3.0 or the Olight ArkTac?

The Fenix PD35 V3.0 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 135.5 mm (5.33 in), a difference of 1.5 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix PD35 V3.0 is 3.6 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 29 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD35 V3.0: 83.5 g without battery; Olight ArkTac: 136 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix PD35 V3.0 or the Olight ArkTac?

Both are rated at 1,700 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix PD35 V3.0 reaches further: 357 m vs 205 m rated throw (74% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD35 V3.0 or the Olight ArkTac?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD35 V3.0 was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight ArkTac $119.99 at olight.com, so the Fenix PD35 V3.0 cost $40.04 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix PD35 V3.0 and Olight ArkTac use the same battery?

The Fenix PD35 V3.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Olight ArkTac runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix PD35 V3.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.

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