Fenix TK26R vs ThruNite BSS V6 size comparison
The ThruNite BSS V6 is 4 mm (0.16 in) shorter than the Fenix TK26R, and 15 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite BSS V6 is 4 mm (0.16 in) shorter than the Fenix TK26R, and 15 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix TK26R Check price ↗ | ThruNite BSS V6 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 150 mm (5.91 in) | 146 mm (5.75 in)−4 mm |
| Head / width | 40 mm (1.57 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)−15 mm |
| Body | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)−1.4 mm |
| Weight | 157 g without battery | 97 g listed |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 18650 |
| Max output | 1,500 lm | 2,000 lm |
| Throw | 350 m | 259 m |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Price | $129.95 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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TK26R vs BSS V6: how they differ
Size and weight
The ThruNite BSS V6 is the shorter light: 146 mm (5.75 in) against 150 mm (5.91 in), a difference of 4 mm (3%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 15 mm slimmer (25 vs 40 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK26R: 157 g without battery; ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The ThruNite BSS V6 is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,500 lm for the Fenix TK26R, 33% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK26R reaches further: 350 m vs 259 m rated throw (35% more).
Battery
The Fenix TK26R runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the ThruNite BSS V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK26R 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 TK26R if you want longer throw (350 m vs 259 m). Choose the ThruNite BSS V6 if you want a shorter light (4 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (15 mm narrower) and more output (2,000 lm vs 1,500 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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TK26R vs BSS V6 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix TK26R or the ThruNite BSS V6?
The ThruNite BSS V6 is the shorter light: 146 mm (5.75 in) against 150 mm (5.91 in), a difference of 4 mm (3%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 15 mm slimmer (25 vs 40 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK26R: 157 g without battery; ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix TK26R or the ThruNite BSS V6?
The ThruNite BSS V6 is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,500 lm for the Fenix TK26R, 33% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK26R reaches further: 350 m vs 259 m rated throw (35% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK26R or the ThruNite BSS V6?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK26R 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 TK26R and ThruNite BSS V6 use the same battery?
The Fenix TK26R runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the ThruNite BSS V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery.
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Sources
- Fenix TK26R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $129.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite BSS V6: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $49.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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