Fenix PD36R V2.0 vs SureFire EDCL2-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL2-T is 7.6 mm (0.30 in) longer than the Fenix PD36R V2.0, and 2.1 mm wider at its widest point. It is 51 g lighter (with battery).
The SureFire EDCL2-T is 7.6 mm (0.30 in) longer than the Fenix PD36R V2.0, and 2.1 mm wider at its widest point. It is 51 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix PD36R V2.0 Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL2-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 140.7 mm (5.54 in) | 148.3 mm (5.84 in)+7.6 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 28.6 mm (1.13 in)+2.1 mm |
| Body | 25.5 mm (1.00 in) | — |
| Weight | 167 g with battery | 116.2 g with batteries−51 g |
| Battery | 21700 | 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 1,700 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | 396 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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PD36R V2.0 vs EDCL2-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 is the shorter light: 140.7 mm (5.54 in) against 148.3 mm (5.84 in), a difference of 7.6 mm (5%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36R V2.0 is 2.1 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 28.6 mm). The SureFire EDCL2-T is 51 g lighter (116.2 g vs 167 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,700 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the SureFire EDCL2-T, 42% more.
Battery
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the SureFire EDCL2-T runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36R V2.0 was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the SureFire EDCL2-T $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix PD36R V2.0 cost $139.05 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?
Choose the Fenix PD36R V2.0 if you want a shorter light (7.6 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (2.1 mm narrower) and more output (1,700 lm vs 1,200 lm). Choose the SureFire EDCL2-T if you want less weight (51 g lighter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD36R V2.0 vs EDCL2-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36R V2.0 or the SureFire EDCL2-T?
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 is the shorter light: 140.7 mm (5.54 in) against 148.3 mm (5.84 in), a difference of 7.6 mm (5%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36R V2.0 is 2.1 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 28.6 mm). The SureFire EDCL2-T is 51 g lighter (116.2 g vs 167 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36R V2.0 or the SureFire EDCL2-T?
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,700 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the SureFire EDCL2-T, 42% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36R V2.0 or the SureFire EDCL2-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36R V2.0 was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the SureFire EDCL2-T $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix PD36R V2.0 cost $139.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD36R V2.0 and SureFire EDCL2-T use the same battery?
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the SureFire EDCL2-T runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix PD36R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- SureFire EDCL2-T: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $239.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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