Fenix TK16 V2.0 vs Streamlight ProTac HL-X size comparison

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The Streamlight ProTac HL-X is 5 mm (0.20 in) shorter than the Fenix TK16 V2.0, and 3 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix TK16 V2.0 · 143 mmStreamlight ProTac HL-X · 138 mm

The Streamlight ProTac HL-X is 5 mm (0.20 in) shorter than the Fenix TK16 V2.0, and 3 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix TK16 V2.0
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Streamlight ProTac HL-X
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Length143 mm (5.63 in)138 mm (5.43 in)−5 mm
Head / width34 mm (1.34 in)37 mm (1.46 in)+3 mm
Body25.4 mm (1.00 in)25 mm (0.98 in)−0.4 mm
Weight112 g without battery162 g listed
Battery2170018650 / 2x CR123A
Max output3,100 lm1,000 lm
Throw380 m330 m
TypeTacticalTactical
Price$99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026from $112.15 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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TK16 V2.0 vs ProTac HL-X: how they differ

Size and weight

The Streamlight ProTac HL-X is the shorter light: 138 mm (5.43 in) against 143 mm (5.63 in), a difference of 5 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix TK16 V2.0 is 3 mm slimmer (34 vs 37 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK16 V2.0: 112 g without battery; Streamlight ProTac HL-X: 162 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Fenix TK16 V2.0 is rated brighter: 3,100 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Streamlight ProTac HL-X, 210% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK16 V2.0 reaches further: 380 m vs 330 m rated throw (15% more).

Battery

The Fenix TK16 V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Streamlight ProTac HL-X runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. 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 TK16 V2.0 was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight ProTac HL-X from $112.15 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix TK16 V2.0 cost $12.20 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 TK16 V2.0 if you want a slimmer profile (3 mm narrower), more output (3,100 lm vs 1,000 lm) and longer throw (380 m vs 330 m). Choose the Streamlight ProTac HL-X if you want a shorter light (5 mm shorter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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TK16 V2.0 vs ProTac HL-X FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix TK16 V2.0 or the Streamlight ProTac HL-X?

The Streamlight ProTac HL-X is the shorter light: 138 mm (5.43 in) against 143 mm (5.63 in), a difference of 5 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix TK16 V2.0 is 3 mm slimmer (34 vs 37 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK16 V2.0: 112 g without battery; Streamlight ProTac HL-X: 162 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix TK16 V2.0 or the Streamlight ProTac HL-X?

The Fenix TK16 V2.0 is rated brighter: 3,100 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Streamlight ProTac HL-X, 210% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK16 V2.0 reaches further: 380 m vs 330 m rated throw (15% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK16 V2.0 or the Streamlight ProTac HL-X?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK16 V2.0 was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight ProTac HL-X from $112.15 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix TK16 V2.0 cost $12.20 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix TK16 V2.0 and Streamlight ProTac HL-X use the same battery?

The Fenix TK16 V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Streamlight ProTac HL-X runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).

Compare Fenix TK16 V2.0 with similar lights

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Compare Streamlight ProTac HL-X with similar lights

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