Fenix PD36 TAC vs Fenix TK15R size comparison
The Fenix TK15R is 9 mm (0.35 in) longer than the Fenix PD36 TAC, and 7.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Fenix TK15R is 9 mm (0.35 in) longer than the Fenix PD36 TAC, and 7.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD36 TAC Check price ↗ | Fenix TK15R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 140 mm (5.51 in) | 149 mm (5.87 in)+9 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 34 mm (1.34 in)+7.5 mm |
| Body | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 25.4 mm (1.00 in)same |
| Weight | 92 g without battery | 205.5 g with battery |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 3,200 lm |
| Throw | 274 m | 490 m |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Price | $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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PD36 TAC vs TK15R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix PD36 TAC is the shorter light: 140 mm (5.51 in) against 149 mm (5.87 in), a difference of 9 mm (6%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36 TAC is 7.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36 TAC: 92 g without battery; Fenix TK15R: 205.5 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix TK15R is rated brighter: 3,200 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Fenix PD36 TAC, 7% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK15R reaches further: 490 m vs 274 m rated throw (79% more).
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36 TAC was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix TK15R $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix PD36 TAC cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are tactical lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix PD36 TAC if you want a shorter light (9 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (7.5 mm narrower). Choose the Fenix TK15R if you want longer throw (490 m vs 274 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD36 TAC vs TK15R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Fenix TK15R?
The Fenix PD36 TAC is the shorter light: 140 mm (5.51 in) against 149 mm (5.87 in), a difference of 9 mm (6%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36 TAC is 7.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36 TAC: 92 g without battery; Fenix TK15R: 205.5 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Fenix TK15R?
The Fenix TK15R is rated brighter: 3,200 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Fenix PD36 TAC, 7% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK15R reaches further: 490 m vs 274 m rated throw (79% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Fenix TK15R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36 TAC was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix TK15R $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix PD36 TAC cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD36 TAC and Fenix TK15R use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix PD36 TAC: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (fenixlighting.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix TK15R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (fenixlighting.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $119.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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