Fenix TK20R V2.0 vs ThruNite BSS V6 size comparison

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The ThruNite BSS V6 is 7 mm (0.28 in) shorter than the Fenix TK20R V2.0, and 9 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix TK20R V2.0 · 153 mmThruNite BSS V6 · 146 mm

The ThruNite BSS V6 is 7 mm (0.28 in) shorter than the Fenix TK20R V2.0, and 9 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix TK20R V2.0
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ThruNite BSS V6
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Length153 mm (6.02 in)146 mm (5.75 in)−7 mm
Head / width34 mm (1.34 in)25 mm (0.98 in)−9 mm
Body25.4 mm (1.00 in)24 mm (0.94 in)−1.4 mm
Weight204 g with battery97 g listed
Battery2170018650
Max output3,000 lm2,000 lm
Throw475 m259 m
TypeTacticalTactical
Price$129.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$49.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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TK20R V2.0 vs BSS V6: how they differ

Size and weight

The ThruNite BSS V6 is the shorter light: 146 mm (5.75 in) against 153 mm (6.02 in), a difference of 7 mm (5%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 9 mm slimmer (25 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK20R V2.0: 204 g with battery; ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Fenix TK20R V2.0 is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the ThruNite BSS V6, 50% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK20R V2.0 reaches further: 475 m vs 259 m rated throw (83% more).

Battery

The Fenix TK20R 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 TK20R V2.0 was $129.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite BSS V6 $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite BSS V6 cost $79.96 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 TK20R V2.0 if you want more output (3,000 lm vs 2,000 lm) and longer throw (475 m vs 259 m). Choose the ThruNite BSS V6 if you want a shorter light (7 mm shorter) and 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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TK20R V2.0 vs BSS V6 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix TK20R V2.0 or the ThruNite BSS V6?

The ThruNite BSS V6 is the shorter light: 146 mm (5.75 in) against 153 mm (6.02 in), a difference of 7 mm (5%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 9 mm slimmer (25 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK20R V2.0: 204 g with battery; ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix TK20R V2.0 or the ThruNite BSS V6?

The Fenix TK20R V2.0 is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the ThruNite BSS V6, 50% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK20R V2.0 reaches further: 475 m vs 259 m rated throw (83% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK20R V2.0 or the ThruNite BSS V6?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK20R V2.0 was $129.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite BSS V6 $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite BSS V6 cost $79.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix TK20R V2.0 and ThruNite BSS V6 use the same battery?

The Fenix TK20R 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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