ThruNite Archer 2A V3 vs Wurkkos FC12C size comparison
The Wurkkos FC12C is 18.5 mm (0.73 in) shorter than the ThruNite Archer 2A V3, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Wurkkos FC12C is 18.5 mm (0.73 in) shorter than the ThruNite Archer 2A V3, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| ThruNite Archer 2A V3 Check price ↗ | Wurkkos FC12C Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 155 mm (6.10 in) | 136.5 mm (5.37 in)−18.5 mm |
| Head / width | 22 mm (0.87 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)+2 mm |
| Body | 22 mm (0.87 in) | — |
| Weight | 48 g without battery | 85 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | 2x AA | 21700 |
| Max output | 500 lm | — |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $29.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $35.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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Archer 2A V3 vs FC12C: how they differ
Size and weight
The Wurkkos FC12C is the shorter light: 136.5 mm (5.37 in) against 155 mm (6.10 in), a difference of 18.5 mm (12%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 is 2 mm slimmer (22 vs 24 mm). Weights are published on different bases (ThruNite Archer 2A V3: 48 g without battery; Wurkkos FC12C: 85 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The ThruNite Archer 2A V3 is rated at 500 lm; we have no published maximum for the Wurkkos FC12C.
Battery
The ThruNite Archer 2A V3 runs on removable 2x AA batteries; the Wurkkos FC12C runs on a removable 21700 battery. For scale, a AA cell is about 14.5 × 50.5 mm and a 21700 about 21 × 70 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 was $29.99 at batteryjunction.com and the Wurkkos FC12C $35.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 cost $6.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 if you want a slimmer profile (2 mm narrower). Choose the Wurkkos FC12C if you want a shorter light (18.5 mm shorter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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Archer 2A V3 vs FC12C FAQ
Which is smaller, the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 or the Wurkkos FC12C?
The Wurkkos FC12C is the shorter light: 136.5 mm (5.37 in) against 155 mm (6.10 in), a difference of 18.5 mm (12%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 is 2 mm slimmer (22 vs 24 mm). Weights are published on different bases (ThruNite Archer 2A V3: 48 g without battery; Wurkkos FC12C: 85 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is cheaper, the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 or the Wurkkos FC12C?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 was $29.99 at batteryjunction.com and the Wurkkos FC12C $35.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 cost $6.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 and Wurkkos FC12C use the same battery?
The ThruNite Archer 2A V3 runs on removable 2x AA batteries; the Wurkkos FC12C runs on a removable 21700 battery. For scale, a AA cell is about 14.5 × 50.5 mm and a 21700 about 21 × 70 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- ThruNite Archer 2A V3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $29.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Wurkkos FC12C: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Price $35.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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