Looking for the best light for the FNX 45 Tactical?
We have used over 7 different pistol lights on this awesome handgun, and we have narrowed down to a couple FNX 45 light options that we liked based on beam performances, durability, control ergonomics and value for money.
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Best FNX 45 Tactical Light Options
Surefire X300 Turbo - Best Overall
Why we picked the X300 Turbo - X300 Turbo is by far the best next-generation SureFire X300U. The increased candela output to see further and brighter in the dark makes it the best weapon light for FNX 45 Tactical.
Increased Candela Intensities - Now up to 66000 candela, that's 3X the original X300 to lit up past 150 meters
Widest Flood Beam - Increased beam pattern for long range use, but still bright enough to see around the user up close
Slide Always In Battery - The extra light bezel length sticks out to prevent the slide from getting out of battery when muzzle is pressed against the target to save your life.
Features:
- 1000 Lumens
- 66000 Candela
- TIR Lens - Super Wide
- 2 CR123A Batteries
- 4.4 oz
- 3.76 in
- IPX7
Streamlight TLR 1 HL - Best For The Money
Why Buy The TLR 1 HL - The Streamlight TLR 1 HL is lighter and by far has the EASIEST toggle switch to operate in cold weather with gloves or without.
Easy Toggle Switch - By far the most user-friendly control switch for two-hand or one-hand operation without the need to hard press the switch to activate the light
Replaceable Lens Bezel - Repair the front lens due without having to replace the whole unit saves money and great for worry-free force on force simunition training.
Strobe Mode Added - Double tap for strobe for signaling, tactical applications, and blinding threats
Similar to X300U - Brighter and wider beam pattern than X300U, less tight hot spot.
Compare them side by side here
Features:
- 1000 Lumens
- 15000 Candela
- 2 CR123A Batteries
- 4.18 oz
- 3.39 in
- IPX7
Olight BALDR Pro - Best Value [with Laser]
Why pick the the Olight BALDR Pro - Similar body design to the Surefire X300U but at 1/2 the cost. This FNX 45 Tactical laser light does anything the X300U can but with brighter output and it comes with a laser.
Increased Lumen & Candela - The PL Pro has about 1500 lumens and 19600 candela, which is 2X what the Surefire X300U offers so the shooter can positive ID targets further in the dark.
Ambi Control Ergonomics - Works for both lefties and righties
- 300-1500 lumens
- 19600 candela
- QD lever mount
Features:
- 1325 Lumens
- 16900 Candela
- TIR Lens
- 2 CR123A Batteries
- 4.55 oz
- 3.3 in
- IPX4
LAPG SlideRail XWL - Budget Option
Why Give LAPG XWL A Try? - The price tag might make you doubt it, but it's by far the best Streamlight TLR 1 alternative with similar features but with a better throw performance.
Fits TLR 1 Holsters - Use any TLR 1 or TLR 1 HL compatible light-bearing holsters!
Better Throw Performance - Positive ID low light targets with a concentrated throw and wider spill almost like a Surefire M600 scout light
Huge Money Saver - Basically it's a Streamlight TLR 1 HL at 1/2 the cost
Strobe Mode - Check out the Strobe version here
Features:
- 800 Lumens
- 10800 Candela
- Wide Spill + Tight Hot Spot
- 2 CR123A Batteries
- 4.18 oz
- 3.39 in
- IPX7