Fenix PD36 TAC vs Fenix TK16 V2.0 size comparison
The Fenix TK16 V2.0 is 3 mm (0.12 in) longer than the Fenix PD36 TAC, and 7.5 mm wider at its widest point. It is 20 g heavier (without battery).
The Fenix TK16 V2.0 is 3 mm (0.12 in) longer than the Fenix PD36 TAC, and 7.5 mm wider at its widest point. It is 20 g heavier (without battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix PD36 TAC Check price ↗ | Fenix TK16 V2.0 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 140 mm (5.51 in) | 143 mm (5.63 in)+3 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 | 112 g without battery+20 g |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 3,100 lm |
| Throw | 274 m | 380 m |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Price | $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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PD36 TAC vs TK16 V2.0: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix PD36 TAC is the shorter light: 140 mm (5.51 in) against 143 mm (5.63 in), a difference of 3 mm (2%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36 TAC is 7.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 34 mm). The Fenix PD36 TAC is 20 g lighter (92 g vs 112 g, without battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix TK16 V2.0 is rated brighter: 3,100 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Fenix PD36 TAC, 3% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK16 V2.0 reaches further: 380 m vs 274 m rated throw (39% 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 TK16 V2.0 $99.95 at fenixlighting.com. 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 (3 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (7.5 mm narrower) and less weight (20 g lighter). Choose the Fenix TK16 V2.0 if you want longer throw (380 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 TK16 V2.0 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Fenix TK16 V2.0?
The Fenix PD36 TAC is the shorter light: 140 mm (5.51 in) against 143 mm (5.63 in), a difference of 3 mm (2%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36 TAC is 7.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 34 mm). The Fenix PD36 TAC is 20 g lighter (92 g vs 112 g, without battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Fenix TK16 V2.0?
The Fenix TK16 V2.0 is rated brighter: 3,100 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Fenix PD36 TAC, 3% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK16 V2.0 reaches further: 380 m vs 274 m rated throw (39% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Fenix TK16 V2.0?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36 TAC was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix TK16 V2.0 $99.95 at fenixlighting.com. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD36 TAC and Fenix TK16 V2.0 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). Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix TK16 V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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