Fenix PD36 TAC vs Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 size comparison

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The Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 is 9 mm (0.35 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36 TAC, and 0.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix PD36 TAC · 140 mmKlarus XT2CR Pro 2025 · 131 mm

The Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 is 9 mm (0.35 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36 TAC, and 0.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix PD36 TAC
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Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025
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Length140 mm (5.51 in)131 mm (5.16 in)−9 mm
Head / width26.5 mm (1.04 in)26 mm (1.02 in)−0.5 mm
Body25.4 mm (1.00 in)25 mm (0.98 in)−0.4 mm
Weight92 g without battery143 g listed
Battery2170018650
Max output3,000 lm2,300 lm
Throw274 m360 m
TypeTacticalTactical
Price$99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$74.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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PD36 TAC vs XT2CR Pro 2025: how they differ

Size and weight

The Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 140 mm (5.51 in), a difference of 9 mm (6%). At its widest point the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 is 0.5 mm slimmer (26 vs 26.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36 TAC: 92 g without battery; Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025: 143 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Fenix PD36 TAC is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 2,300 lm for the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025, 30% more. For beam distance the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 reaches further: 360 m vs 274 m rated throw (31% more).

Battery

The Fenix PD36 TAC runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36 TAC was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 $74.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 cost $25.00 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 more output (3,000 lm vs 2,300 lm). Choose the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 if you want a shorter light (9 mm shorter) and longer throw (360 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 XT2CR Pro 2025 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025?

The Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 140 mm (5.51 in), a difference of 9 mm (6%). At its widest point the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 is 0.5 mm slimmer (26 vs 26.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36 TAC: 92 g without battery; Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025: 143 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025?

The Fenix PD36 TAC is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 2,300 lm for the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025, 30% more. For beam distance the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 reaches further: 360 m vs 274 m rated throw (31% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36 TAC was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 $74.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 cost $25.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix PD36 TAC and Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 use the same battery?

The Fenix PD36 TAC runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Klarus XT2CR Pro 2025 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).

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