Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X vs Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X size comparison

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The Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X is 14 mm (0.55 in) shorter than the Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X, and 1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.

Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X · 88 mmStreamlight TLR-8 HL-X · 74 mm

The Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X is 14 mm (0.55 in) shorter than the Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X, and 1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X
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Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X
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Length88 mm (3.46 in)74 mm (2.91 in)−14 mm
Height37 mm (1.46 in)38 mm (1.50 in)+1 mm
Thickness37 mm (1.46 in)30 mm (1.18 in)−7 mm
Weight140 g listed89 g listed
Battery2x CR123ASL-B9 pack
Max output1,000 lm1,000 lm
Throw245 m297 m
TypeWeapon lightWeapon light
Price$235.85 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026from $319.55 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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TLR-1 HL-X vs TLR-8 HL-X: how they differ

Size and weight

The Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X is the shorter light: 74 mm (2.91 in) against 88 mm (3.46 in), a difference of 14 mm (16%). At its widest point the Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X is 1 mm slimmer (37 vs 38 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X: 140 g listed; Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X: 89 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

Both are rated at 1,000 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X reaches further: 297 m vs 245 m rated throw (21% more).

Battery

The Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries; the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X runs on its own battery (SL-B9 pack).

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X was $235.85 at batteryjunction.com and the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X from $319.55 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X cost $83.70 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Type

Both are weapon lights in our catalog with a weapon body.

Which should you buy?

Choose the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X if you want a shorter light (14 mm shorter) and longer throw (297 m vs 245 m). On the specs we track, the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X is ahead or level everywhere; the Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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TLR-1 HL-X vs TLR-8 HL-X FAQ

Which is smaller, the Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X or the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X?

The Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X is the shorter light: 74 mm (2.91 in) against 88 mm (3.46 in), a difference of 14 mm (16%). At its widest point the Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X is 1 mm slimmer (37 vs 38 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X: 140 g listed; Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X: 89 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X or the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X?

Both are rated at 1,000 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X reaches further: 297 m vs 245 m rated throw (21% more).

Which is cheaper, the Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X or the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X was $235.85 at batteryjunction.com and the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X from $319.55 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X cost $83.70 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X and Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X use the same battery?

The Streamlight TLR-1 HL-X runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries; the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X runs on its own battery (SL-B9 pack).

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