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Ledlenser HF8R Core vs Petzl Tikka Core

What HF8R Core does better (2) and where Tikka Core wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Ledlenser HF8R Core
Ledlenser · 2024HF8R Core
6.5Score
2 advantages≈ $85
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Petzl Tikka Core
Petzl · 2025Tikka Core
4.7Score
1 advantage≈ $45
8.6Brightness & throw4.0
6.3Battery & charging5.3

Why is HF8R Core better than Tikka Core?

  1. Maximum output1,600 lm vs 450 lm3.6×
  2. Beam distance (ANSI FL1)210 m vs 75 m2.8×

Why is Tikka Core better than HF8R Core?

  1. Maximum runtime90 h vs 110 h+22%
Specifications

Side by side

Light output
Maximum output1,600 lm450 lm
Peak beam intensity—1,410 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)210 m75 m
Runtime at maximum output—150 min
Light sourceLEDLED
Battery & charging
BatteryBuilt-in Li-ion / Li-PoAAA
Battery capacity—1,250 mAh
Maximum runtime90 h110 h
RechargeableYesYes
Charging time—3.5 h
Build & durability
Water protection (IPx)IPx4—
Body materialAluminiumPlastic / polymer
Size & weight
Weight—84 g
Modes & features
Strobe—Yes
Green / blue / RGB light—Yes
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