The Fenix HT18R LED flashlight and ALG-18 tactical mount and Fenix AER-05 gel cable switch kit combines a powerful LED flashlight with a tactical mount for long guns without an accessory rail and a convenient and precise gel switch.
The Fenix HT18R tactical flashlight features an impressive 2800 lumens of power and an effective range to illuminate objects up to more than 1100 meters away.
Features of the Fenix HT18R LED flashlight:
- Light output of 2800 lumens
- Powerful Luminus SFT70 LED with increased lumen density
- Total range of up to 1100 m
- Built-in USB-C fast charging port
- Convenient one-handed operation with two rear buttons
- S.O.S. light rescue mode.
- W power source in the form of rechargeable battery ARB-L21-5000 V2.0
The flashlight's tube is made of anodized aluminum A6061-T HA-III, which guarantees high resistance to damage and robustness of construction. Thanks to the transverse moleting of the surface, the flashlight fits securely in the hand, and its grip is well felt - even with gloves. The optical system is protected by a steel crown, which allows the flashlight to be safely placed flat. Despite its wide 68mm head, the searchlight is handy and comfortable to use. At 188 mm in length, the flashlight, with a 5,000 mAh rechargeable 21700-type battery, weighs only 362 grams, which is relatively light for a searchlight with such impressive capabilities. The battery compartment uses two springs, which guarantee reliable and stable operation during hunting or use in harsh conditions.
Features of the Fenix ALG-18 tactical mount:
- Versatility: Designed to mount a flashlight on a long gun, such as a carbine or rifle, which do not have an accessory rail.
- Sturdy construction: Made of durable A6061-T6 aluminum for durability and damage resistance.
- Abrasion Resistant: The mount has undergone HA-III hard anodizing process, which increases abrasion and scratch resistance, ensuring longevity of use.
- Easy Installation: No additional tools are required for installation - just lock the flashlight into the clamp and attach the module to the barrel of the weapon.
Features of Fenix AER-05 gel switch:
- Tailored for Fenix TK16 V2.0 flashlight: The AER-05 is designed specifically to work with the Fenix TK16 V2.0 flashlight, providing convenient and precise operation.
- Dual Switch System: The gel switch has two buttons - a noiseless pressure switch (for TURBO and STROBO modes) and a round tactical switch with a click for constant illumination.
- Long life: The switches have a life span of up to 100,000 uses and provide a current of 3 amps, allowing long-lasting operation without loss of efficiency.
Fenix HT18R - searchlight with a range of more than 1 km
The light source is a new generation Luminus SFT70 LED, generating a maximum light output of 2800 lumens. The emitted has a cool-white color of 6500 K, which is great for long-range flashlights. The human eye perceives "cool light" as stronger, so it works best for illuminating terrain and distant objects. The flashlight's capabilities are significantly enhanced by the included color filters applied to the head.
The red filter is great for nighttime operations because, unlike white light, the red beam does not blind the user, provides a smooth adaptation of the eyesight to seeing in the dark, makes it easier to read maps and makes us less visible to animals and other people. The green filter is a proven solution for hunters, as most game does not react to green light, making it easier to approach and take an accurate shot.
The flashlight uses anti-reflective glass with high light transmission and a smooth SMO reflector. Such a design perfectly concentrates the light beam, which translates into an impressive range of up to 1,100 m. Thanks to this, the Fenix HT18R flashlight will easily illuminate a forest wall, a mountainside, a ravine and other remote places you want to see.
Fenix - hunting flashlights for hunting
The user has 4 levels of steady light brightness: turbo, high, medium, low, and 2 flash modes: strobe and S.O.S. The Fenix HT18R has a convenient interface, operated with one hand via 2 rear buttons.
The large, round tactical button is used to turn the light on and off and activate the momentary light. The smaller button with an oval profile is responsible for changing the brightness levels of the modes and activating the 2 mentioned flash modes. Thanks to the memory function, the last used light mode (excluding strobe and S.O.S.) is automatically selected the next time the flashlight is activated. Such functionality makes the operation of the HT18R flashlight simple and extremely convenient, making it perfect for hunting, uniformed services work and exploration.
Fenix HT18R - long-range flashlight with a power of 2800 lumens
The flashlight is powered by an ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 21700 battery with a capacity of up to 5000 mAh! V2.0 The battery used has twice the capacity of a standard 18650 cell, affecting performance and long runtime. In the maximum mode of 2800 lumens, the flashlight works for up to 100 minutes (total run time). The functionality and mobility of the flashlight is significantly enhanced by the built-in USB-C charging port, which allows you to quickly charge the battery without removing it from the flashlight, for example, using a power-bank or other standard power sources. The charging port is accessed by removing the rubber cover, which effectively protects the port from moisture, dust and dirt. Thanks to the function of the battery level indicator (LED in the body) and the low voltage warning, we can conveniently control the state of energy in the flashlight After turning on the flashlight, the indicator for 3 seconds informs us about the level of battery charge.
Battery level indications:
- constant green light: 100-85%,
- flashing green light: 85-50%,
- steady red light: 50-25%,
- flashing red light: 25-1%.
Additional features
The flashlight remembers the last used brightness level. When you turn it on again, the flashlight automatically activates in this mode (memory function). The flashlight has a high protection class IP68, so it is resistant to dust, dust, full immersion in water at a depth of 2 m and a fall from a height of 1 m. The manufacturer also did not forget to include protection against overheating and reverse polarity, as well as a driver with digital current regulation.
The light's performance was tested using ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 batteries.
| Diode | Mode | Max. luminous flux [lm]. | Max. operating time 21700 [h min]. | Range [m]. | Max. luminous intensity [cd] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| white | turbo | 2800 | 1 h 40 min | 1100 | 300 000 |
| high | 1000 | 2 h 15 min | 670 | 113 000 | |
| medium | 350 | 6 h 30 min | 400 | 40 000 | |
| low | 30 | 42 h | 100 | 3 000 | |
| strobe | 2600 | - | - | - | |
| S.O.S. | 150 | 40 h | 200 | 10 000 |
Fenix ALG-18 tactical flashlight mount available at Kolba hunting store
Fenix ALG-18 is a tactical mount that allows you to attach a flashlight to a long gun that does not have an accessory rail.
The mount is made of A6061-T6 aluminum and subjected to the HA-III hard anodizing process. This guarantees increased resistance to abrasion and scratches. Fenix Mount ALG-18 allows you to use the flashlight on a carbine or rifle that does not have a suitable rail. No tools are needed to install the mount, just place and lock the flashlight in the clamp and attach the complete module to the barrel of the weapon. Rubber inserts in the clamps protect metal surfaces from scratches and prevent the mount/flashlight from moving under the influence of recoil energy. The mount has a large range of adjustment, so it can be attached to weapons with barrels of 18-23 mm outer diameter. The Fenix ALG-18 fits flashlights with a barrel diameter of 23.5-28 mm with a head smaller than 70 mm.
Convenient tactical switch for Fenix flashlights makes it easy to operate.
TheFenix AER-05 is a remote gel switch dedicated to the Fenix TK16 V2.0 flashlight. The switch provides precise operation and quick mounting on the weapon with velcro tape or zip ties.
The AER-05 is equipped with two buttons, i.e. a noiseless pressure switch (without a click) with high sensitivity for TURBO and STROBO light activation, and a round tactical switch (with a click) for initiating continuous illumination.
The life of the buttons is 100,000 uses and they are capable of transmitting 3 A of current before a long time. Thanks to user suggestions, the second generation of switches uses a straight cable with an optimal length of 23 cm made of flexible PU plastic.
The flashlight tightening adapter (TR22.4×1.5 mm thread) was made of T6 aluminum. The metal has undergone HA-III hard anodizing, which guarantees very high resistance to abrasion and scratching. The design of the AER-05 is IP68-rated, making the switch resistant to dust, fine solids, and total immersion in water 2 meters deep for 30 minutes. The AER-05 is designed for flashlights powered by the 2100 cell, with the APF control system. The switch can be attached to the weapon in two ways, viz.
- With Velcro (included) - which allows quick attachment and detachment of the switch
- With the help of 4 zip ties- for long and regular use.
