Fenix PD36 TAC vs Armytek Viking Pro
Quick take: The Fenix PD36 TAC costs $5 less; the Fenix PD36 TAC is brighter (3,000 vs 2,200 lm); the Armytek Viking Pro throws farther (288m vs 274m); the Fenix PD36 TAC runs longer on high (2 vs 1.5 hrs).
| Spec | Fenix PD36 TAC | Armytek Viking Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $100 | $105 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Lumens | 3,000 lm | 2,200 lm |
| Candela | 18,800 cd | 20,736 cd |
| Beam distance | 274m | 288m |
| Runtime | 2 hrs (high) | 1.5 hrs (max) |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 |
| LED | Luminus SST70 | Not named by the maker |
| Beam type | Balanced | Balanced |
| Modes | 5 Stepped | 6 Stepped + Strobe |
| UI | Dual Switch | Tail Switch |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| CRI | 70 | |
| Weight | 3.7 oz | 4.8 oz (without battery) |
| Dimensions | 5.4 x 1.1 in | 6.3 x 1.6 in |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 10 Year |
What owners report
Fenix PD36 TAC
- ✓Tactical selector switch lets you configure behaviour for the job
- ✓3,000 lumens with good spread — usable close up and at distance
- ✓Sized well: secure in the hand without being heavy
- ✓Controls reachable in every grip, with a firm click that doesn't tire the thumb
- ✓Holster, cable and a 5,000mAh 21700 included
- ✗No battery indicator at all
- ✗Duty mode remembers the last level used, which might be eco or turbo
- ✗Charging takes around 3.5 hours because of the cell capacity
- ✗The tail switch action is relatively stiff
- ✗Large for anything other than duty or outdoor use