Fenix TK22R vs Streamlight ProTac HL-X size comparison

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The Streamlight ProTac HL-X is 20 mm (0.79 in) shorter than the Fenix TK22R, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix TK22R · 158 mmStreamlight ProTac HL-X · 138 mm

The Streamlight ProTac HL-X is 20 mm (0.79 in) shorter than the Fenix TK22R, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix TK22R
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Streamlight ProTac HL-X
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Length158 mm (6.22 in)138 mm (5.43 in)−20 mm
Head / width40 mm (1.57 in)37 mm (1.46 in)−3 mm
Body25.4 mm (1.00 in)25 mm (0.98 in)−0.4 mm
Weight218 g with battery162 g listed
Battery2170018650 / 2x CR123A
Max output3,200 lm1,000 lm
Throw480 m330 m
TypeTacticalTactical
Price$139.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026from $112.15 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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TK22R 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 158 mm (6.22 in), a difference of 20 mm (13%). At its widest point the Streamlight ProTac HL-X is 3 mm slimmer (37 vs 40 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK22R: 218 g with battery; Streamlight ProTac HL-X: 162 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Fenix TK22R is rated brighter: 3,200 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Streamlight ProTac HL-X, 220% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK22R reaches further: 480 m vs 330 m rated throw (45% more).

Battery

The Fenix TK22R 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 TK22R was $139.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight ProTac HL-X from $112.15 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight ProTac HL-X cost $27.80 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 TK22R if you want more output (3,200 lm vs 1,000 lm) and longer throw (480 m vs 330 m). Choose the Streamlight ProTac HL-X if you want a shorter light (20 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (3 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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TK22R vs ProTac HL-X FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix TK22R or the Streamlight ProTac HL-X?

The Streamlight ProTac HL-X is the shorter light: 138 mm (5.43 in) against 158 mm (6.22 in), a difference of 20 mm (13%). At its widest point the Streamlight ProTac HL-X is 3 mm slimmer (37 vs 40 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK22R: 218 g with battery; Streamlight ProTac HL-X: 162 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix TK22R or the Streamlight ProTac HL-X?

The Fenix TK22R is rated brighter: 3,200 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Streamlight ProTac HL-X, 220% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK22R reaches further: 480 m vs 330 m rated throw (45% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK22R or the Streamlight ProTac HL-X?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK22R was $139.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight ProTac HL-X from $112.15 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight ProTac HL-X cost $27.80 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix TK22R and Streamlight ProTac HL-X use the same battery?

The Fenix TK22R 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).

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