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Nitecore HC65M V2.0
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Nitecore HC65M V2.0

Nitecore HC65M V2.0 is a headlamp released in 2023. Key specs: maximum output 1,750 lm, beam distance (ANSI FL1) 165 m, maximum runtime 110 h, water protection (IPx) IPx7.

8.5Score
Brightness & throw8.3
Battery & charging8.4
Build & durability5.9
Features5.9
price range$85–110Reference price converted from EUR
Year
2023
Popularity
#680 of 1,103
Model numbers
Nitecore HC65M V2
1,750 lmMaximum output
165 mBeam distance (ANSI FL1)
110 hMaximum runtime
IPx7Water protection (IPx)
Spec guide

How it ranks among headlamps of 2023

compared with other headlamps

Why is HC65M V2.0 a good choice?

Maximum output: 1,750 lmbetter than 86% of headlamps
Battery capacity: 3,500 mAhbetter than 76% of headlamps
Maximum runtime: 110 hbetter than 71% of headlamps
Specifications

Full specifications

Light output
Maximum output
1,750 lm
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)
165 m
Light source
LED
LED & beam
Number of LEDs
3
Battery & charging
Battery capacity
3,500 mAh
Maximum runtime
110 h
USB-C charging
Yes
Build & durability
Water protection (IPx)
IPx7
Body material
Aluminium
Modes & features
Strobe
Yes
SOS / beacon
Yes

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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