Streamlight ProTac HL 600 Lumen Light Review

Mrgunsngear · November 16, 2012, 02:31 PM

The Streamlight ProTac HL is a 600 lumen output, C4 cree LED light powered by 2 CR123 batteries that I've had for a few months now; here's a quick summary of what I've found:

Pros:
-600 lumen output on high. It's VERY bright; see video below for the demonstration...
-"Aircraft grade" aluminum body
-Fits all 1'' light mounts
-Good checkering on the body for a good grip as a handheld light
-Scratch resistant lens
-The tail switch can be pressed for momentary on and clicked for constant on.
-Comes with a clip should you want to clip it on your belt as well as a nylon 'holster' with belt loops.
-Claimed 803 foot beam distance (I haven't been able to test this...)
-Programable for 3 modes (high/strobe/low, high only, low/high)
-O-rings on tail cap and lens (waterproof to 1m for 30 mins)
-Durable. I used this light on pump shotguns with no impact on performance
-Can be found most places under $75
-Limited lifetime warranty
-The finish is very even and it feels solid and well made in your hand.

Cons:
-The bezel is larger than most tac lights so if you're looking to use one of the red lens covers you have already it's likely not going to fit.
-Made in China
-In high output mode the battery life is 1.25 hours but according to their chart the output starts to taper off around 50 mins.

All in all I really like the light and have ordered a second in fact. I'm not sure it can be beat at its' price point in terms of brightness and durability.

Here's a video with some shooting footage (mounted on an AR), a low light illumination comparison to the 104 lumen Maglite & 200 lumen Surefire 6PX Tactical, and a discussion of the pros and cons of the light:

Streamlight ProTac HD Video Demonstration & Review Link

Bellasogno · November 17, 2012, 10:56 PM

What mount is that? Link, please.

It's my next purchase. The Pro Tac HL Streamlight and mount that is.

Need a decent Picatinny mount, direct to rail.

Mrgunsngear · November 18, 2012, 08:57 AM

http://www.amazon.com/Viking-Troy-LI...rds=vtac+mount

Bellasogno · November 18, 2012, 12:06 PM

Thanks!

November 16, 2012, 02:31 PM	#1
Mrgunsngear Senior Member Join Date: May 13, 2011 Location: Carolina Posts: 3,415	Streamlight ProTac HL 600 Lumen Light Review The Streamlight ProTac HL is a 600 lumen output, C4 cree LED light powered by 2 CR123 batteries that I've had for a few months now; here's a quick summary of what I've found: Pros: -600 lumen output on high. It's VERY bright; see video below for the demonstration... -"Aircraft grade" aluminum body -Fits all 1'' light mounts -Good checkering on the body for a good grip as a handheld light -Scratch resistant lens -The tail switch can be pressed for momentary on and clicked for constant on. -Comes with a clip should you want to clip it on your belt as well as a nylon 'holster' with belt loops. -Claimed 803 foot beam distance (I haven't been able to test this...) -Programable for 3 modes (high/strobe/low, high only, low/high) -O-rings on tail cap and lens (waterproof to 1m for 30 mins) -Durable. I used this light on pump shotguns with no impact on performance -Can be found most places under $75 -Limited lifetime warranty -The finish is very even and it feels solid and well made in your hand. Cons: -The bezel is larger than most tac lights so if you're looking to use one of the red lens covers you have already it's likely not going to fit. -Made in China -In high output mode the battery life is 1.25 hours but according to their chart the output starts to taper off around 50 mins. All in all I really like the light and have ordered a second in fact. I'm not sure it can be beat at its' price point in terms of brightness and durability. Here's a video with some shooting footage (mounted on an AR), a low light illumination comparison to the 104 lumen Maglite & 200 lumen Surefire 6PX Tactical, and a discussion of the pros and cons of the light: Streamlight ProTac HD Video Demonstration & Review Link __________________ Mrgunsngear Youtube Channel

November 17, 2012, 10:56 PM	#2
Bellasogno Member Join Date: August 14, 2011 Location: Rural, outside of Milwaukee, WI. Posts: 76	What mount is that? Link, please. It's my next purchase. The Pro Tac HL Streamlight and mount that is. Need a decent Picatinny mount, direct to rail. __________________ Blaming guns for crimes is the same as blaming forks for obesity.

November 18, 2012, 08:57 AM	#3
Mrgunsngear Senior Member Join Date: May 13, 2011 Location: Carolina Posts: 3,415	http://www.amazon.com/Viking-Troy-LI...rds=vtac+mount __________________ Mrgunsngear Youtube Channel

November 18, 2012, 12:06 PM	#4
Bellasogno Member Join Date: August 14, 2011 Location: Rural, outside of Milwaukee, WI. Posts: 76	Thanks! __________________ Blaming guns for crimes is the same as blaming forks for obesity.