Thrunite TN12 Pro

The Thrunite TN12 Pro is a new updated 18650 tactical EDC flashlight. The TN12 Pro is the updated version of the TN12 V4. The TN12 Pro features the SFT-40 emitter in cool white, which is rated for 1900 lumens in turbo mode. Given the domeless emitter is in a fairly deep smooth reflector, the beam profile has a wide hotpot with very usable spill. The beam is a very clean, crisp white with no rings around the hotspot. The throw is great with this light as its rated at 380 meters with an intensity of 36,000 candela. Included in the package is a high capacity 3400 mah 18650 battery, USB-C cable, pocket clip, velcro holster and user manual. The previous TN12 version is a similarly sized light but featured the older Cree XPL V6 emitter.

The light is rechargeable via the included USB-C cable. There are two switches on this light which allows it to be used for EDC or tactical purposes. The side switch is the classic Thrunite clicky e-switch with a built in battery indicator. The second switch is a rubber rear tactical switch. It requires a solid push to activate, the rear switch feels great. During my initial testing while carrying everyday at work and home, the light did not turn on accidentally during normal use. The new TN12 Pro updates with new knurling or reeding as found on Thrunites newer models as found on the Thrunite Catapult Mini. The knurling reminds me a lot of the style found on Fenix flashlights. This Thrunite is a great looking light!. The included pocket clip is not deep carry but is very solid and provides great retention.

The UI is very simple. The rear switch turns the light on turbo only. Momentary mode is also available with the rear switch. Whether the light is off or on, pushing the rear switch will initiate max output. When selecting the side switch, a single press turns the light onto the last memorized mode. A long press from off is moonlight, a hold while on cycles through low, med, high, and a double click activates turbo. However, if you are in moonlight mode and hold another long press, it puts the light in lockout mode. You cannot proceed from moonlight and cycle into the regular modes. Mode spacing is pretty good here with the low mode rated at 50 lumens for 46 hours, medium at 220 lumens for 9 hours, and high at 550 lumens for 2.5 hours. Turbo mode mode claims 900 lumens for 7 mins and then a step down to 477 lumens for an additional 130 mins.



A few competitors to this light would be the Fenix PD35 V3 and the Wurkkos FC12. Both of those lights use the same emitters. The Fenix is significantly more expensive while the Wurkkos is a tad longer in length. The Thrunite TN12 Pro provides a great budget tactical light with plenty of power and throw to back it up. I am thoroughly impressed with this new Thrunite TN12 Pro as a budget EDC tactical flashlight.

Things I like:

  • 1900 lumens on Turbo, as well as low moonlight mode
  • 36,000 candela with great usable spill
  • Love the look of the new knurling/reeding
  • Rear tail switch feels solid

Things I don’t like:

  • Can’t cycle from moonlight to regular modes