Streamlight ProTac HL-X vs ThruNite BSS V6 size comparison
The ThruNite BSS V6 is 8 mm (0.31 in) longer than the Streamlight ProTac HL-X, and 12 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite BSS V6 is 8 mm (0.31 in) longer than the Streamlight ProTac HL-X, and 12 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Streamlight ProTac HL-X Check price ↗ | ThruNite BSS V6 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 138 mm (5.43 in) | 146 mm (5.75 in)+8 mm |
| Head / width | 37 mm (1.46 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)−12 mm |
| Body | 25 mm (0.98 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)−1 mm |
| Weight | 162 g listed | 97 g listed |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 18650 |
| Max output | 1,000 lm | 2,000 lm |
| Throw | 330 m | 259 m |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Price | from $112.15 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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ProTac HL-X vs BSS V6: how they differ
Size and weight
The Streamlight ProTac HL-X is the shorter light: 138 mm (5.43 in) against 146 mm (5.75 in), a difference of 8 mm (5%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 12 mm slimmer (25 vs 37 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Streamlight ProTac HL-X: 162 g listed; 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 1,000 lm for the Streamlight ProTac HL-X, 100% more. For beam distance the Streamlight ProTac HL-X reaches further: 330 m vs 259 m rated throw (27% more).
Battery
The Streamlight ProTac HL-X 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 Streamlight ProTac HL-X was from $112.15 at batteryjunction.com and the ThruNite BSS V6 $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite BSS V6 cost $62.16 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 Streamlight ProTac HL-X if you want a shorter light (8 mm shorter) and longer throw (330 m vs 259 m). Choose the ThruNite BSS V6 if you want a slimmer profile (12 mm narrower) and more output (2,000 lm vs 1,000 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Streamlight ProTac HL-X Check price ↗ ThruNite BSS V6
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ProTac HL-X vs BSS V6 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Streamlight ProTac HL-X or the ThruNite BSS V6?
The Streamlight ProTac HL-X is the shorter light: 138 mm (5.43 in) against 146 mm (5.75 in), a difference of 8 mm (5%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 12 mm slimmer (25 vs 37 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Streamlight ProTac HL-X: 162 g listed; ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Streamlight ProTac HL-X or the ThruNite BSS V6?
The ThruNite BSS V6 is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Streamlight ProTac HL-X, 100% more. For beam distance the Streamlight ProTac HL-X reaches further: 330 m vs 259 m rated throw (27% more).
Which is cheaper, the Streamlight ProTac HL-X or the ThruNite BSS V6?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Streamlight ProTac HL-X was from $112.15 at batteryjunction.com and the ThruNite BSS V6 $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite BSS V6 cost $62.16 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Streamlight ProTac HL-X and ThruNite BSS V6 use the same battery?
The Streamlight ProTac HL-X runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the ThruNite BSS V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery.
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Sources
- Streamlight ProTac HL-X: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price from $112.15 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite BSS V6: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $49.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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