*Pictures, Impressions* Fenix RC40, 3500lm Searchlight

gopajti

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Hello guys, RC40 arrived few days ago.. here is my impressions and pictures


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Description

RC40 features our exclusive RAPID SCAN BEAM to deliver an excellent combination of throw and overall coverage. A stunning 3500-lumen output is transformed into a 710-meter throw for long range identification and a 90 degree wide beam for maximum close-range coverage. Combined with advanced power solutions which enable extended periods of runtime for long-running task lighting, RC40 is THE CHOICE for field operations and more.

Features

· Uses Cree XM-L (U2) LED with a lifespan of 50000 hours
· Tailored 7800mAh / 7.4V rechargeable Li-ion battery
· 299mm (Length) x 54mm (Battery Tube Diameter) x 108mm(Head Diameter)
· 1310-gram weight (including the battery)
· Digitally regulated output maintains constant brightness
· Anti-roll, slip-resistant body design
· Dual switch on the head for fast and convenient operation
· Made of durable aircraft-grade aluminum
· Premium Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
· Toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
· Included accessories allow reliable 100V~240V AC and 12V car charging

Main specs

LED type: 4*Cree XM-L U2 led
Output/Runtime: 35lm (160h), 150lm (50h), 550lm (15h), 1500lm (5h), 3500lm (1.5h), Strobe (3500lm) (ANSI FL1)
Peak Beam Intensity: 126.000cd (ANSI FL1)
Distance: 710m (max) (ANSI FL1)
Impact resistant: 1m
Waterproof: IPX-8 (underwater 2m)
Size: 299mm (length), 54mm (diameter), 108mm (head)
Weight: 1310g (including battery)


My impressions,

Pros

+ Nice packing
+ High quality machining, very solid construction
+ Perfect anodizing, no scratch etc
+ Perfectly centered leds
+ Clean reflector, lens surface, no dust etc,
+ Nice cool white tint (not yellowish, greenish tint)
+ Very good beam quality (no rings)
+ Powerful long throw with huge spill
+ Well lubricated threads, o-ring
+ The modes are well spaced (35lm, 150lm, 550lm, 1500lm, 3500lm)
+ Hidden strobe mode
+ No pwm or other irritating flickering etc
+ No buzzing sound
+ Battery indicator
+ Large heatsinks on head
+ 12V car charger adapter
+ Stunning performance (3500lm, 126000cd)
+ HUGE size, huge head, huge battery, I really like:)

Cons

- nothing

Other comment

- Fenix use BAK C18650CC (2600mAh) cells in battery pack. This is a good battery, the performance is very similar than Sanyo UR18650FM, but I think a 6*18650 battery holder (optional accessory) would be very good for own batteries.

Links

User manual - http://www.fenixtactical.com/manuals/fenix-rc40-user-manual.pdf
Youtube videos - Links

and now the pictures.. if you need higher res pls click image, more photos coming soon, incl beamshots!

































































 
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gopajti

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next pic: distance ca. 350m!



more beamshots coming soon
 
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candle lamp

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Excellent pictures. gopajti! :thumbsup:
You really like huge size, huge head, huge battery. I like too.
But assume your hands are much bigger than mine. :D
 

Spasmod

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Fantastic light, thanks very much for sharing! what's even more fantastic though are the pictures, you are a seriously skilled photographer. I know how difficult it is to get even half decent shots but yours are incredible.

Cheers

Spas
 

gopajti

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Thank you guys, I appreciate these comments :thumbsup:, beamshots coming soon (I hope in next few days)
 

DENGOH

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Would be nice if Fenix updates the RC40 at the end of this year, with XM-L2 U2 leds.
At the end of this year, I wish Fenix launch a 4 x MT-G2 monster, with 8000 lumens or more. Else not much for me to upgrade from XML U2 to XM-L2 U2. :)
 

holylight

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Good review!

Gopajti you should use tapatalk to upload your photo. Is more easy. And easy for us to view photo via mobile phone too. Cool!
 
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