Fenix TK16 V2.0 vs ThruNite BSS V6 size comparison
The ThruNite BSS V6 is 3 mm (0.12 in) longer than the Fenix TK16 V2.0, and 9 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
ThruNite BSS V6: Photo: ThruNite · Image policy
The ThruNite BSS V6 is 3 mm (0.12 in) longer than the Fenix TK16 V2.0, 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 TK16 V2.0 Check price ↗ | ThruNite BSS V6 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 143 mm (5.63 in) | 146 mm (5.75 in)+3 mm |
| Head / width | 34 mm (1.34 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)−9 mm |
| Body | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)−1.4 mm |
| Weight | 112 g without battery | 97 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 |
| Max output | 3,100 lm | 2,000 lm |
| Throw | 380 m | 259 m |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Price | $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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TK16 V2.0 vs BSS V6: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix TK16 V2.0 is the shorter light: 143 mm (5.63 in) against 146 mm (5.75 in), a difference of 3 mm (2%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 9 mm slimmer (25 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK16 V2.0: 112 g without battery; ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix TK16 V2.0 is rated brighter: 3,100 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the ThruNite BSS V6, 55% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK16 V2.0 reaches further: 380 m vs 259 m rated throw (47% more).
Battery
The Fenix TK16 V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite BSS V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery. 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 ThruNite BSS V6 $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite BSS V6 cost $49.96 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 TK16 V2.0 if you want a shorter light (3 mm shorter), more output (3,100 lm vs 2,000 lm) and longer throw (380 m vs 259 m). Choose the ThruNite BSS V6 if you want a slimmer profile (9 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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TK16 V2.0 vs BSS V6 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix TK16 V2.0 or the ThruNite BSS V6?
The Fenix TK16 V2.0 is the shorter light: 143 mm (5.63 in) against 146 mm (5.75 in), a difference of 3 mm (2%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 9 mm slimmer (25 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK16 V2.0: 112 g without battery; ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix TK16 V2.0 or the ThruNite BSS V6?
The Fenix TK16 V2.0 is rated brighter: 3,100 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the ThruNite BSS V6, 55% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK16 V2.0 reaches further: 380 m vs 259 m rated throw (47% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK16 V2.0 or the ThruNite BSS V6?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK16 V2.0 was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite BSS V6 $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite BSS V6 cost $49.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix TK16 V2.0 and ThruNite BSS V6 use the same battery?
The Fenix TK16 V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite BSS V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix TK16 V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (fenixlighting.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite BSS V6: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Photo from manufacturer: the maker's own product photo with the background removed, scaled to the published length and diameter (Photo: ThruNite; image policy). Price $49.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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