Fenix CL27R Lantern — Olive Green

The Fenix CL27R is a compact rechargeable lantern designed for those who spend nights in the field with varying lighting needs: hunters at a bivouac, hikers, and operators on deployment. With a compact footprint (109.8 x 91.7 x 39.6 mm) and a weight of 300 g including the battery, it fits in a pack without taking up critical space and weighs what a support item should weigh.

What sets this lantern apart from competing products of similar size is a maximum output of 1600 lumens with a reach of up to 180 metres, achieved by combining a tri-colour COB LED for diffused light with a Luminus SST20 for the focused beam. Two rotary switches allow independent selection of mode (white floodlight, spotlight, combined, steady red or flashing red) and colour temperature, adjustable from 2700 K — a warm light that preserves dark-adapted vision — up to 6500 K for tasks requiring full colour rendering. Those who need to maintain night vision will choose red; those reading a map or checking gear will prefer cool white. The same lantern covers both scenarios without adapters.

The magnetic base and 360° adjustable handle let you place it on any metal surface or mount it on a tripod-compatible support, keeping both hands free. The aluminium alloy construction with IP66 certification ensures resistance to dust and direct water jets, with a declared impact resistance of up to 1.5 m drop. The 21700 battery with 5000 mAh charges via USB-C and delivers a maximum runtime — in low-output modes — of up to 285 hours: the trade-off is that at maximum output runtime drops noticeably, as with any high-performance lantern; choosing the right mode is therefore part of informed use.

Key features

• 1600 lumens output with a 180 m reach in a 300 g body: large-lantern performance at pack-lantern weight.
• Colour temperature adjustable from 2700 K to 6500 K: warm light to preserve night vision, cool light for inspection and reading.
• Integrated steady and flashing red light modes: no additional accessories needed for signalling or night navigation.
• Magnetic base and tripod mount on the 360° handle: hands-free on any surface, no dedicated stand required.
• USB-C charging with included 21700 5000 mAh battery: runtime up to 285 hours and no disposable cells.
• IP66 certification and impact resistance up to 1.5 m: suited to adverse weather and field use.

In the box

• Fenix CL27R lantern
• ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 rechargeable battery
• USB-C charging cable
• Battery cover wrench
• Spare O-ring