Do you really like to use a 8xAA configuration when you could have just used 2x18650???
Overall output, the M2CX4 (cool) is definitely higher than the M1X. But the M1X however has better throw.
I'd like to note that in Selfbuild's review, the lux @ 1m, M2XC4 actually has a higher number than M1X, but according to first hand account from a fellow CPF member, M1X has a more focused beam in actual use for long range observations. Meaning the M2XC4 has a focused and very bright beam in short to intermediate ranges (about 300 metres<?), then the beam just goes out of focus. But that's M2XC4 with CW. If we're talking about M2XC4 Neutral, then M1X wins in both total output and throw. Although we ARE comparing apples to oranges here.
IMO, TK40's 8xAA configuration would be too much of a hassle. Who would have 8 to 16 AA batteries that's on standby??
Keep in mind they we're talking about NiMH's here, use alkaline and risk leakages if you use turbo mode due to its high drainage.
Total output, I don't know whether TK40 out the M1X is the winner, but throw, M1X probably wins by a huge margin.
I got this impression from after reading a few reviews of each light, and sorry I cbb to reference them. haha
I don't have TK40 or M1X, but i do have a M2XC4 Neutral, and i think the reviews are just about right, EXCEPT for its built quality. Eagletac IMO is not up to the Jetbeam standards yet, rough edges EVERWHERE! *thumbs down*
Oh, as for my 1st hand experience, I think max throw at 300 feet is just about right. From my house to the end of my street is probably about 150 metres, I shine it right down on turbo, and I see nothing (there's wired fences about 1.8m high at the end of the street).
