Fenix PD40R V3.0 vs Wurkkos FC12C size comparison
The Wurkkos FC12C is 6.5 mm (0.26 in) shorter than the Fenix PD40R V3.0, and 10 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Wurkkos FC12C is 6.5 mm (0.26 in) shorter than the Fenix PD40R V3.0, and 10 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD40R V3.0 Check price ↗ | Wurkkos FC12C Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 143 mm (5.63 in) | 136.5 mm (5.37 in)−6.5 mm |
| Head / width | 34 mm (1.34 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)−10 mm |
| Body | 26 mm (1.02 in) | — |
| Weight | 198 g with battery | 85 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | — |
| Throw | 500 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $35.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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PD40R V3.0 vs FC12C: how they differ
Size and weight
The Wurkkos FC12C is the shorter light: 136.5 mm (5.37 in) against 143 mm (5.63 in), a difference of 6.5 mm (5%). At its widest point the Wurkkos FC12C is 10 mm slimmer (24 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD40R V3.0: 198 g with battery; Wurkkos FC12C: 85 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix PD40R V3.0 is rated at 3,000 lm; we have no published maximum for the Wurkkos FC12C.
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 PD40R V3.0 was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Wurkkos FC12C $35.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Wurkkos FC12C cost $83.96 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 Wurkkos FC12C if you want a shorter light (6.5 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (10 mm narrower). On the specs we track, the Wurkkos FC12C is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix PD40R V3.0 makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Fenix PD40R V3.0 Check price ↗ Wurkkos FC12C
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PD40R V3.0 vs FC12C FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD40R V3.0 or the Wurkkos FC12C?
The Wurkkos FC12C is the shorter light: 136.5 mm (5.37 in) against 143 mm (5.63 in), a difference of 6.5 mm (5%). At its widest point the Wurkkos FC12C is 10 mm slimmer (24 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD40R V3.0: 198 g with battery; Wurkkos FC12C: 85 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD40R V3.0 or the Wurkkos FC12C?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD40R V3.0 was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Wurkkos FC12C $35.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Wurkkos FC12C cost $83.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD40R V3.0 and Wurkkos FC12C use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix PD40R V3.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $119.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Wurkkos FC12C: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Price $35.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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