Fenix TK11R vs ThruNite BSS V6 size comparison

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The ThruNite BSS V6 is 0.5 mm (0.02 in) longer than the Fenix TK11R, and 9 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix TK11R · 145.5 mmThruNite BSS V6 · 146 mm

The ThruNite BSS V6 is 0.5 mm (0.02 in) longer than the Fenix TK11R, and 9 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix TK11R
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ThruNite BSS V6
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Length145.5 mm (5.73 in)146 mm (5.75 in)+0.5 mm
Head / width34 mm (1.34 in)25 mm (0.98 in)−9 mm
Body23.5 mm (0.93 in)24 mm (0.94 in)+0.5 mm
Weight117.5 g without battery97 g listed
Battery18650 / 2x CR123A18650
Max output1,600 lm2,000 lm
Throw420 m259 m
TypeTacticalTactical
Price$86.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$49.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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TK11R vs BSS V6: how they differ

Size and weight

The Fenix TK11R is the shorter light: 145.5 mm (5.73 in) against 146 mm (5.75 in), a difference of 0.5 mm (0%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 9 mm slimmer (25 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK11R: 117.5 g without battery; ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The ThruNite BSS V6 is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Fenix TK11R, 25% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK11R reaches further: 420 m vs 259 m rated throw (62% more).

Battery

The Fenix TK11R runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the ThruNite BSS V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK11R was $86.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite BSS V6 $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite BSS V6 cost $36.96 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 TK11R if you want longer throw (420 m vs 259 m). Choose the ThruNite BSS V6 if you want a slimmer profile (9 mm narrower) and more output (2,000 lm vs 1,600 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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TK11R vs BSS V6 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix TK11R or the ThruNite BSS V6?

The Fenix TK11R is the shorter light: 145.5 mm (5.73 in) against 146 mm (5.75 in), a difference of 0.5 mm (0%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 9 mm slimmer (25 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK11R: 117.5 g without battery; ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix TK11R or the ThruNite BSS V6?

The ThruNite BSS V6 is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Fenix TK11R, 25% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK11R reaches further: 420 m vs 259 m rated throw (62% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK11R or the ThruNite BSS V6?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK11R was $86.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite BSS V6 $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite BSS V6 cost $36.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix TK11R and ThruNite BSS V6 use the same battery?

The Fenix TK11R runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the ThruNite BSS V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery.

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