Fenix PD45R ACE vs Wurkkos FC12C size comparison
The Wurkkos FC12C is 21.2 mm (0.83 in) shorter than the Fenix PD45R ACE, and 6 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 21.2 mm (0.83 in) shorter than the Fenix PD45R ACE, and 6 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 PD45R ACE Check price ↗ | Wurkkos FC12C Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 157.7 mm (6.21 in) | 136.5 mm (5.37 in)−21.2 mm |
| Head / width | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)−6 mm |
| Body | 25.9 mm (1.02 in) | — |
| Weight | 200.5 g with battery | 85 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,200 lm | — |
| Throw | 410 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $129.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $35.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 30 mm wide x 25.9 mm high | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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PD45R ACE vs FC12C: how they differ
Size and weight
The Wurkkos FC12C is the shorter light: 136.5 mm (5.37 in) against 157.7 mm (6.21 in), a difference of 21.2 mm (13%). At its widest point the Wurkkos FC12C is 6 mm slimmer (24 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD45R ACE: 200.5 g with battery; Wurkkos FC12C: 85 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix PD45R ACE is rated at 3,200 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 PD45R ACE was $129.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Wurkkos FC12C $35.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Wurkkos FC12C cost $93.96 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 (21.2 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (6 mm narrower). On the specs we track, the Wurkkos FC12C is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix PD45R ACE 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.
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PD45R ACE vs FC12C FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD45R ACE or the Wurkkos FC12C?
The Wurkkos FC12C is the shorter light: 136.5 mm (5.37 in) against 157.7 mm (6.21 in), a difference of 21.2 mm (13%). At its widest point the Wurkkos FC12C is 6 mm slimmer (24 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD45R ACE: 200.5 g with battery; Wurkkos FC12C: 85 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD45R ACE or the Wurkkos FC12C?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD45R ACE was $129.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Wurkkos FC12C $35.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Wurkkos FC12C cost $93.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD45R ACE 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 PD45R ACE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $129.95 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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