X-Series · Compare the range

The whole lineup At a glance.

Every metric, plotted across the range.

Cree Lighting X-Series Flashlights — 01 / 04
Compact everyday carry.
Balanced output and runtime.
Extended reach in the dark.
Mission-grade output and control.
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What will you use it for?

Which flashlight matches your use case and carry size?

  • Best flashlight for Everyday Carry, carried in my pocket: 1400-Lumen Tactical Flashlight (SKU CL-FLR-X14). Powerful 1,400-lumen output for clear visibility when it matters most. A focused beam for spotting details at greater distances.
  • Best flashlight for Everyday Carry, carried on my belt: 1400-Lumen Tactical Flashlight (SKU CL-FLR-X14). Powerful 1,400-lumen output for clear visibility when it matters most. A focused beam for spotting details at greater distances.
  • Best flashlight for Tactical Duty, carried in my pocket: 1400-Lumen Tactical Flashlight (SKU CL-FLR-X14). Powerful 1,400-lumen output for clear visibility when it matters most. A focused beam for spotting details at greater distances.
  • Best flashlight for Pro Trades, carried in my pocket: 1400-Lumen Tactical Flashlight (SKU CL-FLR-X14). Powerful 1,400-lumen output for clear visibility when it matters most. A focused beam for spotting details at greater distances.
  • Best flashlight for Everyday Carry, carried on my belt: 1600-Lumen Tactical Flashlight (SKU CL-FLR-X16). Powerful 1,600-lumen output for clear visibility in demanding conditions. A focused beam for identifying details at greater distances.
  • Best flashlight for Tactical Duty, carried in my gear bag: 1600-Lumen Tactical Flashlight (SKU CL-FLR-X16). Powerful 1,600-lumen output for clear visibility in demanding conditions. A focused beam for identifying details at greater distances.
  • Best flashlight for Outdoor Search, carried in my pocket: 1600-Lumen Tactical Flashlight (SKU CL-FLR-X16). Powerful 1,600-lumen output for clear visibility in demanding conditions. A focused beam for identifying details at greater distances.
  • Best flashlight for Outdoor Search, carried on my belt: 3000-Lumen Tactical Flashlight (SKU CL-FLR-X30). Powerful 3,000-lumen output for illuminating large outdoor areas. A focused beam for identifying details at greater distances.
  • Best flashlight for Outdoor Search, carried in my gear bag: 3000-Lumen Tactical Flashlight (SKU CL-FLR-X30). Powerful 3,000-lumen output for illuminating large outdoor areas. A focused beam for identifying details at greater distances.
  • Best flashlight for Pro Trades, carried on my belt: 4000-Lumen Pro Flashlight (SKU CL-FLR-XP40). Powerful 4,000-lumen output for illuminating demanding jobsites and work areas. A focused beam for inspecting distant work areas and hard-to-reach spaces.
  • Best flashlight for Pro Trades, carried in my gear bag: 4000-Lumen Pro Flashlight (SKU CL-FLR-XP40). Powerful 4,000-lumen output for illuminating demanding jobsites and work areas. A focused beam for inspecting distant work areas and hard-to-reach spaces.

X-Series · Performance readout

Output, runtime & reach.

Max outputpeak · lumens
1400Lumens
X14
1600Lumens
X16
3000Lumens
X30
4000Lumens
XP40

Extreme brightness for any situation.

Turbo runtimesustained · h / min
1hRuntime
X14
1h 45mRuntime
X16
2h 10mRuntime
X30
2h 15mRuntime
XP40

Consistent power when it matters.

Throw distanceANSI beam · m
X14
408m
X16
436m
X30
574m
XP40
330m
X-Series · Technical comparison

Compare X-Series flashlights Spec by spec.

ModelX14Compact EDCX16Tactical DutyX30Long-Range ThrowerXP40Precision Pro
X14
X16
X30
XP40
Dimensionslength × bezel Ø103 × 30 mm154 × 34 mm147 × 29 mm133 × 30 mm
Max Outputlumens1400lm1600lm3000lm4000lm
Peak Beam intensitycandela42,026 cd41,720 cd82,400 cd27,360 cd
Throw distanceANSI beam408 m436 m574 m330 m
RuntimeTurbo1h1h 45m2h 10m2h 15m
Battery1 × 18350 (1,600mAh)1 × 18650 (3,500mAh)1 × 21700 (4,500mAh)1 × 21700 (4,500mAh)
X14
X14Compact EDC
Dimensions
103 × 30 mm
Max Output
1400lm
Peak Beam Intensity
42,026 cd
Throw Distance
408 m
Runtime
1h
Battery
1 × 18350 (1,600mAh)
X16
X16Tactical Duty
Dimensions
154 × 34 mm
Max Output
1600lm
Peak Beam Intensity
41,720 cd
Throw Distance
436 m
Runtime
1h 45m
Battery
1 × 18650 (3,500mAh)
X30
X30Long-Range Thrower
Dimensions
147 × 29 mm
Max Output
3000lm
Peak Beam Intensity
82,400 cd
Throw Distance
574 m
Runtime
2h 10m
Battery
1 × 21700 (4,500mAh)
XP40
XP40Precision Pro
Dimensions
133 × 30 mm
Max Output
4000lm
Peak Beam Intensity
27,360 cd
Throw Distance
330 m
Runtime
2h 15m
Battery
1 × 21700 (4,500mAh)
X-Series · FAQ

Questions, answered.

Which X-Series flashlight should I buy?

Pick the X14 for everyday carry, the X16 for high-impact duty jobs, X30 for long-range outdoor work, and the XP40 for professional trade work.

How bright are X-Series flashlights and how far do they throw?

Brightness ranges from 1,400 to 4,000 lumens depending on the model. Throw distance ranges from the XP40’s 330 meters to the X30’s 574 meters.

Are X-Series flashlights waterproof?

Yes. Every X-Series light is rated IP68 — fully dust-tight and submersible to 2 meters — and drop-tested to 1.5 meters, so it keeps working in rain, mud, and snow.

How are they charged and what batteries do they use?

All models recharge over USB-C with fast charging — no proprietary dock. Cells scale with size: an 18350 in the X14, 18650 in the X16, and high-capacity 21700 cells in the X30 and XP40.

Buying Guide

Still Not Sure Which Light is Right?

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