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Nitecore HC65 V2 SST-40-W
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Nitecore HC65 V2 SST-40-W

Nitecore HC65 V2 SST-40-W is a headlamp released in 2023. Key specs: battery 18650 Li-ion, LED emitter Luminus SST-40, water protection (IPx) IPx8.

8.9Score
Build & durability8.8
Features5.9
price range$75–95Reference price converted from EUR
Year
2023
Popularity
#768 of 1,319
Model numbers
18650 Li-ionBattery
Luminus SST-40LED emitter
IPx8Water protection (IPx)
compared with other headlamps

Why is HC65 V2 SST-40-W a good choice?

Water protection (IPx): IPx8better than 80% of headlamps
Specifications

Full specifications

Light output
Light source
LED
LED & beam
LED emitter
Luminus SST-40
LED maker
Luminus
Battery & charging
Battery
18650 Li-ion
Rechargeable
Yes
Build & durability
Water protection (IPx)
IPx8
Submersible to
2 m
Body material
Aluminium
Modes & features
Red light
Yes
Colours
Black

Specs are collected from manufacturers and open databases and normalised to one format; check details with the seller before you buy.

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