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product_id: 208442354
title: "Streamlight Protac HL5-X Series up to 3500 Lumen Dual Fuel Tactical Flashlight"
brand: "streamlight"
price: "$138"
currency: NZD
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 5
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/208442354-streamlight-protac-hl5-x-series-up-to-3500-lumen-dual
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
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# 3500 lumens max brightness Dual fuel: CR123A & USB rechargeable Anodized aluminum durability Streamlight Protac HL5-X Series up to 3500 Lumen Dual Fuel Tactical Flashlight

**Brand:** streamlight
**Price:** $138
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 💡 Light up your night like a pro—never be left in the dark again!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Streamlight Protac HL5-X Series up to 3500 Lumen Dual Fuel Tactical Flashlight by streamlight
- **How much does it cost?** $138 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/208442354-streamlight-protac-hl5-x-series-up-to-3500-lumen-dual)

## Best For

- streamlight enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted streamlight brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Extended Runtime on Low:** Efficient 250 lumen low mode keeps you powered longer when it matters most.
- • **Blinding 3500 Lumens Power:** Illuminate your world with unmatched brightness that commands attention.
- • **Customizable TEN-TAP Modes:** Tailor your lighting with three intuitive modes—high/strobe/low, high only, or low/medium/high.
- • **Versatile Dual Fuel System:** Seamlessly switch between CR123A batteries and USB rechargeable cells for ultimate reliability.
- • **Rugged Anodized Aluminum Build:** Engineered to withstand the toughest environments while maintaining a sleek professional look.

## Overview

The Streamlight Protac HL5-X is a tactical powerhouse delivering up to 3500 lumens with a versatile dual fuel system supporting both CR123A batteries and USB rechargeable cells. Its durable anodized aluminum construction and customizable TEN-TAP programming modes make it the go-to flashlight for professionals demanding reliability, brightness, and adaptability in any situation.

## Description

Streamlight Protac HL5-X Series up to 3500 Lumen "Dual Fuel" Tactical Flashlight

Review: This Streamlight HL5X is a big heavy outdoor torch but very nice when you want a bigger light. High 3500 lumen setting offers the ability to light up the night like a high beam. 250 lumen low setting is most used setting with great runtime compared to a 250 lumen pocket or duty light. To me this is the best part of a big light like this, but high setting is nice to quickly scan a dark area. USB rechargeable batteries work very well and I like that I can also use CR123 lithium primarys for extreme cold or emergency use. Beam is more of a flood pattern imo but with the power and candela it has still very good throw. Obviously on high batteries drain quickly. Could maybe be better paired with 2 3500 mAh 18650s instead of the 2 2600 mAh SL-B26 included if you wanted to be picky about something to improve. Overall excellent big light!
Review: You get what you pay for and this light doesn’t disappoint

## Features

- Multi-fuel and high lumen tactical flashlight featuring an illuminating 3500 lumens of brightness
- TEN-TAP programming; choice of three operating modes; 1) high/Strobe/low; 2) high only; 3) low/medium/high
- Includes 4x CR123A non-rechargeable batteries
- The ProTac HL 5-X can also accept two rechargeable USB batteries (not included)
- Durable, anodized aluminum Construction

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07B5CS8CG |
| Batteries | 4 CR123A batteries required. (included) |
| Batteries included? | Yes |
| Best Sellers Rank | 815,409 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 5,463 in Standard Torches |
| Brand | Streamlight |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,325) |
| Date First Available | 1 Mar. 2018 |
| Department | unisex-adult |
| Features | Durable, High Power, Rechargeable, Waterproof |
| Included components | (4) CR123A Batteries, Flashlight, User Guide, Wrist Lanyard |
| Is discontinued by manufacturer | No |
| Item model number | 88074 |
| Light source | LED |
| Manufacturer | Greys Distribution |
| Material type | Aluminium |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Number of pieces | 1 |
| Power source | Battery Powered |
| Product Dimensions | 20.32 x 10.16 x 12.7 cm; 521.63 g |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Size | Includes CR123A Batteries |
| Style | W/ Cr123a Batteries |
| Wattage | 4.6 Watt-hours |
| tech_spec_battery_description_toys | Lithium |

## Product Details

- **Colour:** Black
- **Light source type:** LED
- **Material:** Aluminium
- **Power source:** Battery Powered
- **Special feature:** Durable, High Power, Rechargeable, Waterproof

## Images

![Streamlight Protac HL5-X Series up to 3500 Lumen Dual Fuel Tactical Flashlight - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/716AlWT3STL.jpg)
![Streamlight Protac HL5-X Series up to 3500 Lumen Dual Fuel Tactical Flashlight - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71PYEH+Zn2L.jpg)
![Streamlight Protac HL5-X Series up to 3500 Lumen Dual Fuel Tactical Flashlight - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81K+k-WLg+L.jpg)
![Streamlight Protac HL5-X Series up to 3500 Lumen Dual Fuel Tactical Flashlight - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Mr+JJCG8L.jpg)
![Streamlight Protac HL5-X Series up to 3500 Lumen Dual Fuel Tactical Flashlight - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ZmjbCvqEL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this flashlight actually light up to 3500 lumens? I want to use it as a first line of defense weapon, so, it's very important that it is.**
A: I don't know if it's exactly 3500 lumens. I can say that with the 18650 batteries it's the brightest flashlight I've ever seen in my life. It's literally brighter than the headlights on my car.

**Q: Has anyone else noticed a purple spot in the center of the hotspot?**
A: definitely a noticeable purple dot.   it's been commented by others I work with.   Color rendering on this light is fairly poor anyway, and the dot is a noticeable negative to it.   Not all lights have it, we have 8 of these lights in the department, and half have the dot.

**Q: How does this compar in side to the streamlight stinger flashlight?  I'd like a brighter flashlight, but don't want something too big.**
A: Lens diameter is comparable in size to a rechargeable mag light. I have a stinger LED 800 lumen as well. This flashlight stands out in low light or total darkness conditions. 3,500 lumens of pure light, it’s amazing. Wish it had dual tail cap switch, and maybe adjustable beam (it’s more of a super bright flood light), but it works very well on my duty belt and is extremely bright. It’s well worth the purchase price in my opinion. Comparing my stinger and this one in same conditions, this one is the ultimate flashlight.

**Q: What is the red ring for on the bottom?**
A: Your guess is as good as mine.I recharged the battery when needed. One of the best flashlights I have. The next in line is also a ProTac

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***N on 5 October 2022*

This Streamlight HL5X is a big heavy outdoor torch but very nice when you want a bigger light. High 3500 lumen setting offers the ability to light up the night like a high beam. 250 lumen low setting is most used setting with great runtime compared to a 250 lumen pocket or duty light. To me this is the best part of a big light like this, but high setting is nice to quickly scan a dark area. USB rechargeable batteries work very well and I like that I can also use CR123 lithium primarys for extreme cold or emergency use. Beam is more of a flood pattern imo but with the power and candela it has still very good throw. Obviously on high batteries drain quickly. Could maybe be better paired with 2 3500 mAh 18650s instead of the 2 2600 mAh SL-B26 included if you wanted to be picky about something to improve. Overall excellent big light!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by G***O on 8 June 2025*

You get what you pay for and this light doesn’t disappoint

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by T***N on 29 April 2023*

I have become a complete flashlight junkie in the past 3 months. My collection has exploded to 25 and there are more on the way! I am an AVID night hiker and am just addicted to getting out in the hills at night with a perfect globe of light surrounding me so that I can see every nuance, root and rock in the trail. It is also fun because you are out there with all of the animals and their glowing little eyes. Now......what do I most look for in a flashlight 1. At least 1000 lumens 2. Hold strong on that 1000 lumens for >1 hour 3. Durable 4. Easy User Interface I really don't like lights that can pump out huge lumens for 40 seconds and then step down and fade to 300. This light HOLDS 3500 lumens the entire time I am using it. It never dims. Until the batteries run out. It really doesn't get hot either. I am stumped how and why but I will take it! 2. A flashlight has to stay stuck on one brightness level......the one you select. This one does. It has a simple UI (10 clicks to go into select mode - then choose which of three settings you want it to stay on.) I like the high/strobe setting. I need a light that can kick out a comfortably bright 1000 lumens for up to 2 hours. The Protac HL5-x does! 3. I know that all expensive, bright flashlights are rated to about a 3 foot drop. I feel like this light could survive 30! It is rock solid and covered in a hard rubber coating that makes it super grippy and I'm sure adds structural strength to the flashlight. The glass on the lens is quite thick. More so than my other lights. The large chunk of clear plastic ( the TIR lense) in the head of the light that helps amplify and focus the beam I believe adds integrity structurally to the light as well. It encases the LED and that can't be bad! I just had it out in a pouring rainstorm and it got drenched. The other light that I had with me (that cost 2x as much) had condensation covering the entire inner lense surface. 4. More about the UI. There are three, three level settings that you get to by half clicking 10 times on the on/off button then pressing it in all the way. The light will flash either low, high, or strobe, then turn off. If low comes up - and you leave it as the selected mode - you will access low with one full click, medium with one half click then a full click. Two half clicks and a full push in will get you to high. If strobe comes up - then turns off- you are in tactical mode. First full push goes straight to high. One half push then a full push goes to strobe. Two half clicks and a full push results in low. If high results after your ten half clicks. Then you are on high only mode. 1, 2, or 3 clicks and push results in high. If there was one small issue I have with this light is that it is quite large for many activities. It is too big to fit in you pocket. However, in spite of it's size and slightly heavy weight.... I still keep grabbing it for my hikes. I use a Niteize holster that I have fixed to the shoulder of my backpack. I point it about 30 feet up the trail and it is amazing! In the event of an attacker this flashlight would certainly be the best light I have. It has a fair bit of head weight and is BLINDINGLY BRIGHT! Even in broad daylight you could momentarily blind and incapacitate any attacker! Try that with a whimpy little EDC light! Ok. So for some reason this flashlight takes a little bit of the mystery out of all my testing experimentation that goes along with being a flashlight fanatic. It's super bright, doesn't step down. Crazy durable, affordable and 100% reliable. But it doesn't have any little flashing lights on it. A couple would be nice....just for the kids! Lol! Lastly....... The batteries that come with this flashlight are INSANELY POWERFUL! They literally short out my other 18650 lights when I try to run them! (The light will run on 4 CR123 batteries as well. I haven't run this set up for long though so am not too sure about the endurance factor. So their you have it! An absolutely incredible light that is so predictable it borders on boring! Tom Jensen

## Frequently Bought Together

- Streamlight 88074 ProTac HL 5-X 3500-Lumen Multi-Fuel Rechargeable Professional Tactical Flashlight with 4 x CR123A Lithium Batteries and Wrist Lanyard, Clear Retail Packaging, Black
- Streamlight 22104 SL-B26 USB Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery 3.7V 2600mAh X Series Dual Fuel Flashlights, 2-Pack
- Streamlight 22082 USB Cord - Y Split

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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-02-18*