--- product_id: 40579275 title: "Streamlight 88065 ProTac HL-X 1000-Lumen 27100-Candela Handheld Tactical LED Flashlight, Ten-TAP Programmable, Box, Black" brand: "streamlight" price: "VT38955" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 category: "Streamlight" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/40579275-streamlight-88065-protac-hl-x-1000-lumen-27100-candela-handheld store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 27,100 candela focused beam 1000 lumens max brightness TEN-TAP programmable modes Streamlight 88065 ProTac HL-X 1000-Lumen 27100-Candela Handheld Tactical LED Flashlight, Ten-TAP Programmable, Box, Black **Brand:** streamlight **Price:** VT38955 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔦 Light Up Your Legacy — Tactical Power Meets Everyday Excellence ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Streamlight 88065 ProTac HL-X 1000-Lumen 27100-Candela Handheld Tactical LED Flashlight, Ten-TAP Programmable, Box, Black by streamlight - **How much does it cost?** VT38955 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/40579275-streamlight-88065-protac-hl-x-1000-lumen-27100-candela-handheld) ## 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 - • **Ergonomic & Ready to Go:** Compact design with a responsive tailcap switch and removable pocket clip ensures quick access and comfortable grip—perfect for professionals on the move. - • **Rugged Tactical Durability:** Crafted from aircraft-grade anodized aluminum with IPX7 waterproofing and impact resistance, this flashlight is built to endure the toughest environments and daily carry. - • **Customizable Lighting Modes:** Switch seamlessly between high, low, and strobe modes with Streamlight’s exclusive TEN-TAP programmable interface—tailor your light to every mission or moment. - • **Unmatched Brightness & Reach:** Illuminate up to 330 meters with a powerful 1000-lumen LED and precision 27,100 candela beam for crystal-clear visibility in any low-light scenario. - • **Long-Lasting Power Performance:** Optimized for both CR123 and rechargeable 18650 batteries, enjoy extended runtime and reliable energy management for all-day or all-night use. ## Overview The Streamlight 88065 ProTac HL-X is a professional-grade handheld tactical flashlight delivering 1000 lumens and a focused 27,100 candela beam. Featuring TEN-TAP programmable modes and a rugged aircraft-grade aluminum body with IPX7 waterproof rating, it offers versatile, durable, and customizable illumination ideal for tactical, outdoor, and everyday use. ## Description The Streamlight ProTac HL-X is a compact, high-performance handheld flashlight designed to deliver reliable illumination for everyday carry and professional use. Producing 1,000 lumens with 27,100 candela, it provides a balanced beam with strong center intensity and wide peripheral light, delivering dependable visibility in low-light environments. Engineered for versatility and ease of use, the ProTac HL-X features Streamlight’s TEN-TAP programmable switch, allowing users to select from multiple operating modes including high, low, and strobe. The intuitive tailcap switch supports both momentary and constant-on operation, enabling fast, responsive control when it matters most. Built for durability, the ProTac HL-X is constructed from precision-machined 6000 series aluminum with a Type II military-spec anodized finish, providing excellent resistance to wear, impact, and abrasion. Its compact, ergonomic design includes a removable pocket clip and holster, making it easy to carry and access throughout the day. Designed for consistent performance across a wide range of applications, the ProTac HL-X is ideal for inspections, general-purpose lighting, outdoor use, and everyday carry. Compact, durable, and dependable, the Streamlight ProTac HL-X delivers professional-grade illumination in a handheld flashlight built for everyday reliability. Built Streamlight Tough, it’s ready to perform whenever you need it. Review: (Compleatly Updated) Long Term Usage Review - I have had this light for about 2 years , and have found it to be an excellent light for the price. It works wonderfully off of primary cells (CR123), but is somewhat touchy when it comes to 18650s you have to make sure you get the right ones. I can also verify that the button top cells from orbtronic work well. I'm sure there are several other brands that will work fine, but I tried at least one brand that would not contact the terminal on the inside of the flashlight because the tip of the battery would not reach down far enough. Just stay with a brand that tightly follows spec. All that aside, the things I do like about this light a lot are: 1: The belt clip is great for deep pocket carry though I wish that the small part of the clip were about an inch longer to get a better grip on your pocket when the flashlight is being carried tip down, and the pocket is not quite deep enough. That is not a problem if you're OK carrying the flashlight tip up. 2: Two years later, I still feel the output of the flashlight is spectacular for a light of this size, having a slightly larger head then many lights in this class it has a much better more focused throw then some other lights with the same lumen output. I'm sure other lights are out there that are brighter, but this is right at that place where it's "bright enough" and if you make it brighter it eats batteries and just kills people's eyes. 3. Burn time has proven to be so much better than I initially expected from a light this bright and powerful. I've used it with the afformentioned orbtronic 3400mah 18650's and gotten through entire evenings of standing in the rain doing service work on only a couple of batteries for 4-5 hours of mostly continuous with some intermittent run time. I generally carry (4) 18650's when I go out on a night call and I've never used more than 2 and just starting into the 3rd when we wrapped up the call (which was 5 hours) Buy a good multi bank charger, because these larger cells charge slowly if you drain them all the way. It's better for them if you stop half way ( soon as it starts to dim) and swap to another battery than to burn that one to the ground. So buy around 8 cells and rotate them through the charger. Get yourself a StoreACell for 18650's for the other 4 to keep on you in a bag. 4: This flashlight also has the right modes, especially for a tactical light or a work light. I prefer run mine on the mode which gives you high first/then strobe/then low, but as a work light it can also be set on High Only. The great thing about it is, you don't have to cycle all the way through in order to get back around. If you turn it on high, and turn it back off that's all you'll ever see you don't have to click through all the modes. If you turn it on high and double bump it you'll get strobe, but if you turn it off you'll never see the logo mode, because when you turn it back on again it starts over at high. That's what I want in a tactical light, I wouldn't even care if this light didn't even have a low on it. It does have two other modes, if you prefer A different selection or order of the settings. 5: Durability: having now owned this for almost 2 years and carried it literally every day in pocket...this is a tough light. Mine has dings, scratches, road rash, most of the anodizing is wearing off (which means I'm rubbing the outer layer of aluminum off the barrel in my pocket)... but the light is as bright as when I bought it, the switch still works perfectly (which is where all my other lights normally fail) and I could not be happier with the small exception of just wishing for a slightly modified pocket clip design. Compared to other brands I've owned that were this durable and pleasant to use with features anywhere close... I could buy two possibly three lights like these for the price of the brand I was using before, and those did not use recharging batteries, only CR123...so cost was killing me. Best compliment I can give to any tool... If I lost it today, tomorrow I'd go buy another one... Review: Streamlight - durable - I guess most would know Streamlight for their line of firearm lights. I know them because, as a former engineer, we often used Streamlight flashlights in very small & dark places. This one was bought as a gift for its size, lumens & placement of on-off control. The person I bought it for loves how bright it is & that it has different modes including a strobe feature (useful when hunting in a group). I picked this light for the Streamlight durability. They are extremely well made, hefty & certainly aren't shattering if dropped or bumped. They also keep the lens color, no yellowing & this one was rated for use in wet conditions, so another plus. It would be very useful if Streamlight, for this flashlight, to have included the belt sheath. Some brands even include the battery charges, at this price point, THAT would have been awesome, but the batteries aren't that expensive & the battery life is remarkable. ## Features - HIGH-LUMEN OUTPUT WITH BALANCED BEAM PERFORMANCE: Delivers 1,000 lumens and 27,100 candela with a balanced beam that provides strong center intensity and wide peripheral illumination for reliable visibility in low-light environments - TEN-TAP PROGRAMMABLE OPERATION: Streamlight’s TEN-TAP programmable switch allows selection of high, low, and strobe modes, providing adaptable lighting performance for duty, outdoor, and everyday use - DURABLE HANDHELD TACTICAL DESIGN: Compact, ergonomic flashlight with a tailcap switch for momentary or constant-on activation, ideal for inspections, general-purpose lighting, and professional applications - VERSATILE EVERYDAY PERFORMANCE: Designed for consistent, dependable illumination across a variety of environments, making it suitable for work, outdoor activities, and emergency situations - BUILT STREAMLIGHT TOUGH: Machined aircraft-grade aluminum construction with a durable anodized finish, IPX7 waterproof rating, and impact resistance for reliable performance in demanding conditions ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B06VTLLC13 | | Additional Features | Adjustable Light Modes, High Lumens, High Power, Weatherproof | | Batteries are Included | Yes | | Battery Description | Lithium | | Battery Type | Lithium Metal | | Best Sellers Rank | #30,624 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #134 in Tactical Flashlights | | Brand Name | Streamlight | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,354) | | Finish Types | Black | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00080926880658 | | Included Components | Battery | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 5.43"D x 1.44"W x 1.44"H | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5.43"L x 1.44"W x 1.44"H | | Item Type Name | Handheld Flashlight | | Item Weight | 5.76 ounces | | Light Path Distance | 330 Meters | | Light Source Special Features | TEN-TAP Programming, Anti-roll head | | Light Source Type | LED | | Light Source Wattage | 1.46 Watts | | Manufacturer | Streamlight | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Limited lifetime warranty. | | Material Type | Anodized Aluminum, Nylon | | Model Number | 88065 | | Mounting Type | Handheld | | Number of Batteries | 2 CR123A batteries required. (included) | | Number of Light Sources | 1 | | Power Source | Battery Powered | | Recommended Uses For Product | Camping, Emergency, Hiking, Security, Tactical | | Runtime | 1 hour | | Shape | Rectangular | | Specification Met | ANSI FL1, CE, IP68 | | Style Name | Non-USB | | UPC | 080926880658 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Voltage | 3 Volts | | Warranty Type | Lifetime | | Water Resistance Level | Waterproof | | White Brightness | 1000 Lumens | ## Product Details - **Color:** Black - **Light Source Type:** LED - **Material:** Anodized Aluminum, Nylon - **Power Source:** Battery Powered - **Special Feature:** Adjustable Light Modes, High Lumens, High Power, Weatherproof ## Images ![Streamlight 88065 ProTac HL-X 1000-Lumen 27100-Candela Handheld Tactical LED Flashlight, Ten-TAP Programmable, Box, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81iwOXn1v6L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What's the diameter of the body?** A: Well the handles the width of my hand with the head of the light sticking out i’d say it’s about inch and a quarter around maybe 1 inch . It’s a great light VERY bright on high , batteries are expensive but I found a 12 pack at Lowe’s for $27 and that beat anywhere online and they’re actually good surefire quality batteries **Q: Does this have an optional pressure switch?** A: It has a tail cap switch with high, low, and strobe. You can push lightly to get a "momentary" without engaging until it actually "clicks" into the on position. There may be remote pressure switches available for this model but it does not come with one. **Q: do I haveto buy the streamlight 18650 battery or will any rechargeable 18650 work?** A: Any battery of 18650 size and voltage will work, it just may not give you the same run time . Streamlight make a rechargeable 18650 that works awesome **Q: The description says it comes with a holster. There is no picture of the holster. Does it come with a holster?** A: Yes, it is a nylon holster. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Compleatly Updated) Long Term Usage Review *by W***R on May 22, 2017* I have had this light for about 2 years , and have found it to be an excellent light for the price. It works wonderfully off of primary cells (CR123), but is somewhat touchy when it comes to 18650s you have to make sure you get the right ones. I can also verify that the button top cells from orbtronic work well. I'm sure there are several other brands that will work fine, but I tried at least one brand that would not contact the terminal on the inside of the flashlight because the tip of the battery would not reach down far enough. Just stay with a brand that tightly follows spec. All that aside, the things I do like about this light a lot are: 1: The belt clip is great for deep pocket carry though I wish that the small part of the clip were about an inch longer to get a better grip on your pocket when the flashlight is being carried tip down, and the pocket is not quite deep enough. That is not a problem if you're OK carrying the flashlight tip up. 2: Two years later, I still feel the output of the flashlight is spectacular for a light of this size, having a slightly larger head then many lights in this class it has a much better more focused throw then some other lights with the same lumen output. I'm sure other lights are out there that are brighter, but this is right at that place where it's "bright enough" and if you make it brighter it eats batteries and just kills people's eyes. 3. Burn time has proven to be so much better than I initially expected from a light this bright and powerful. I've used it with the afformentioned orbtronic 3400mah 18650's and gotten through entire evenings of standing in the rain doing service work on only a couple of batteries for 4-5 hours of mostly continuous with some intermittent run time. I generally carry (4) 18650's when I go out on a night call and I've never used more than 2 and just starting into the 3rd when we wrapped up the call (which was 5 hours) Buy a good multi bank charger, because these larger cells charge slowly if you drain them all the way. It's better for them if you stop half way ( soon as it starts to dim) and swap to another battery than to burn that one to the ground. So buy around 8 cells and rotate them through the charger. Get yourself a StoreACell for 18650's for the other 4 to keep on you in a bag. 4: This flashlight also has the right modes, especially for a tactical light or a work light. I prefer run mine on the mode which gives you high first/then strobe/then low, but as a work light it can also be set on High Only. The great thing about it is, you don't have to cycle all the way through in order to get back around. If you turn it on high, and turn it back off that's all you'll ever see you don't have to click through all the modes. If you turn it on high and double bump it you'll get strobe, but if you turn it off you'll never see the logo mode, because when you turn it back on again it starts over at high. That's what I want in a tactical light, I wouldn't even care if this light didn't even have a low on it. It does have two other modes, if you prefer A different selection or order of the settings. 5: Durability: having now owned this for almost 2 years and carried it literally every day in pocket...this is a tough light. Mine has dings, scratches, road rash, most of the anodizing is wearing off (which means I'm rubbing the outer layer of aluminum off the barrel in my pocket)... but the light is as bright as when I bought it, the switch still works perfectly (which is where all my other lights normally fail) and I could not be happier with the small exception of just wishing for a slightly modified pocket clip design. Compared to other brands I've owned that were this durable and pleasant to use with features anywhere close... I could buy two possibly three lights like these for the price of the brand I was using before, and those did not use recharging batteries, only CR123...so cost was killing me. Best compliment I can give to any tool... If I lost it today, tomorrow I'd go buy another one... ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Streamlight - durable *by P***Y on June 11, 2024* I guess most would know Streamlight for their line of firearm lights. I know them because, as a former engineer, we often used Streamlight flashlights in very small & dark places. This one was bought as a gift for its size, lumens & placement of on-off control. The person I bought it for loves how bright it is & that it has different modes including a strobe feature (useful when hunting in a group). I picked this light for the Streamlight durability. They are extremely well made, hefty & certainly aren't shattering if dropped or bumped. They also keep the lens color, no yellowing & this one was rated for use in wet conditions, so another plus. It would be very useful if Streamlight, for this flashlight, to have included the belt sheath. Some brands even include the battery charges, at this price point, THAT would have been awesome, but the batteries aren't that expensive & the battery life is remarkable. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Powerful light in class size. *by R***Z on January 13, 2026* Excellent light. Have had several Streamlight Scorpion series lights and was looking for additional Scorpion HL. Noticed this 88065 ProTac HL-X and decided to try it. Was pleasantly surprised. Great size and Illumination was impressive. Capability to use 123 battery or rechargeable batteries a plus. Expensive, but these days you get what you pay(if you’re lucky). Highly recommend. ## Frequently Bought Together - Streamlight 88065 ProTac HL-X 1000-Lumen Multi-Fuel Professional Tactical Flashlight, Includes CR123A Lithium Batteries and Holster, Black - Streamlight 22104 SL-B26 USB Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery 3.7V 2600mAh X Series Dual Fuel Flashlights, 2-Pack --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/40579275-streamlight-88065-protac-hl-x-1000-lumen-27100-candela-handheld](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/40579275-streamlight-88065-protac-hl-x-1000-lumen-27100-candela-handheld) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-04*