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Ledlenser HF6R vs Nitecore UT27 MCT

What HF6R does better (2) and where UT27 MCT wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Ledlenser HF6R
Ledlenser · 2026HF6R
8.0Score
2 advantages≈ $60
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Nitecore UT27 MCT
Nitecore · 2025UT27 MCT
6.9Score
0 advantages≈ $55
7.4Brightness & throw6.7
5.9Features5.9

Why is HF6R better than UT27 MCT?

  1. Maximum output900 lm vs 800 lm+12%
  2. Beam distance (ANSI FL1)180 m vs 167 m+8%

Why is UT27 MCT better than HF6R?

UT27 MCT has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

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Ledlenser HF6RLedlenser HF6R≈ $608.0
Light output
Maximum output900 lm800 lm
Peak beam intensity—6,970 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)180 m167 m
Light sourceLEDLED
LED & beam
Colour temperature—3,000K
Adjustable colour temperature—Yes
Battery & charging
Battery—AAA
Maximum runtime60 h—
Rechargeable—Yes
USB-C charging—Yes
Battery level indicator—Yes
Also runs on AA/AAA/CR123A—Yes
Build & durability
Protection rating—IP66
Water protection (IPx)—IPx6
Impact resistance (drop)—1 m
Body materialAluminium—
Size & weight
Weight—74 g
Modes & features
Switch—Dual switches
Red lightYesYes
Lockout—Yes
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