Streamlight Adds New TLR-1 HL-X USB Model

By Daniel Y

Streamlight has updated the TLR-1 weapon light. The new TLR-1 HL-X USB ups the light output and adds new power options. Unlike earlier models, which had to be removed from the gun to replace the batteries from the rear, this new design accepts the batteries from the front.Streamlight @ TFB: Streamlight TLR-7 X Sub: Small Size, Big Candlepower Friday Night Lights: Streamlight Sidewinder Stalk Multi-Spectrum Helmet Light Streamlight TLR-8 Sub Weapon Lights with Red/Green Lasers Streamlight Announces 2,000 Lumen ProTac 2.0 Rail Mount New Streamlight ProTac 2.0 Tactical Light with USB-CThis redesign resulted in a slightly longer light body and redesigned switches, and these new models are not compatible with all TLR-1 holsters.The TLR-1 HL-X can run on two power sources:SL-B9®: 1,500 lumens; 20,000 candela; 283m beam distance; runs 1 hourCR123A: 1,000 lumens; 15,000 candela; 245m beam distance; runs 1.5 hoursStreamlight sells versions of the light with each power source included. The CR123 model has an MSRP of $335, and the SL-B9 rechargeable retails for $359. The rechargeable model also includes a “Y” charging cable to charge both batteries

Source: The Firearm Blog