Fenix PD40R

Ambassador Cody F.

Quick and to the point, the rotary switch on the PD40R is amazing! Normally with an average flashlight, I have to guess the brightness level currently selected and end up having to cycle through a couple of times before I’m confident it’s in the correct brightness level I want. The rotary switch allows me to get to the correct brightness setting immediately and confidently. While with the PD40R you can physically see tick marks representing the brightness levels, making it simple and easy to know what setting it’s on. Also because you have to twist to switch on the PD40R it’s a lot harder for it to accidentally switch on in a bag or in your pocket, while it’s still easy to turn on with one hand.
For the size and power, the PD40R paired with the new 21700 battery, has a crazy long run time. For a flashlight that comfortably fits in my pocket and with a max brightness level of 3000 lumens with a 2 hour and 40 minute run time, the PD40R shows how advanced these new lights are becoming. The PD40R is so advanced and versatile you can use an 18650 battery with a sleeve in place of the 21700 battery and charge it with a USB C cable. Since you can charge the PD40R with a USB C cable I didn’t have to buy a separate charger. Overall the PD40R is an amazing, quick, and versatile light great for any situation.