Fenix TK25R vs ThruNite BSS V6 size comparison

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The ThruNite BSS V6 is 18 mm (0.71 in) shorter than the Fenix TK25R, and 11 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix TK25R · 164 mmThruNite BSS V6 · 146 mmPhoto: ThruNitePhoto: ThruNite

ThruNite BSS V6: Photo: ThruNite · Image policy

The ThruNite BSS V6 is 18 mm (0.71 in) shorter than the Fenix TK25R, and 11 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix TK25R
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ThruNite BSS V6
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Length164 mm (6.46 in)146 mm (5.75 in)−18 mm
Head / width36 mm (1.42 in)25 mm (0.98 in)−11 mm
Body26.2 mm (1.03 in)24 mm (0.94 in)−2.2 mm
Weight225 g with battery97 g listed
BatteryOne included 5000 V2.0 rechargeable Li-i18650
Max output3,600 lm2,000 lm
Throw350 m259 m
TypeTacticalTactical
Price$139.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$49.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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TK25R vs BSS V6: how they differ

Size and weight

The ThruNite BSS V6 is the shorter light: 146 mm (5.75 in) against 164 mm (6.46 in), a difference of 18 mm (11%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 11 mm slimmer (25 vs 36 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK25R: 225 g with battery; ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Fenix TK25R is rated brighter: 3,600 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the ThruNite BSS V6, 80% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK25R reaches further: 350 m vs 259 m rated throw (35% more).

Battery

The Fenix TK25R runs on its own battery (One included 5000 V2.0 rechargeable Li-i); the ThruNite BSS V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK25R was $139.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite BSS V6 $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite BSS V6 cost $89.96 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 TK25R if you want more output (3,600 lm vs 2,000 lm) and longer throw (350 m vs 259 m). Choose the ThruNite BSS V6 if you want a shorter light (18 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (11 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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TK25R vs BSS V6 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix TK25R or the ThruNite BSS V6?

The ThruNite BSS V6 is the shorter light: 146 mm (5.75 in) against 164 mm (6.46 in), a difference of 18 mm (11%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 11 mm slimmer (25 vs 36 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK25R: 225 g with battery; ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix TK25R or the ThruNite BSS V6?

The Fenix TK25R is rated brighter: 3,600 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the ThruNite BSS V6, 80% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK25R reaches further: 350 m vs 259 m rated throw (35% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK25R or the ThruNite BSS V6?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK25R was $139.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite BSS V6 $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite BSS V6 cost $89.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix TK25R and ThruNite BSS V6 use the same battery?

The Fenix TK25R runs on its own battery (One included 5000 V2.0 rechargeable Li-i); the ThruNite BSS V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery.

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