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When it comes to military lighting, tactical flashlights are the most commonly manufactured type of lighting. A tactical flashlight is generally made with high quality materials and designed to be brighter and more durable than a standard flashlight. Tactile flashlights are not only standard for the military, but are also used by law enforcement and emergency medical personnel. This mini guide will provide you with the features and different types tactical flashlights.

Features of Tactical Flashlights

One of the most important features of a tactical flashlight is the bright light it produces. The amount of light that comes out of a flashlight is known as the lumens rating. A standard flashlight generally produces about 10-30 lumens, whereas a tactical flashlight often produces lumens ranging from about 65, but can go as high as thousands. Other features of a tactical flashlight include:

• A long beam distance
• High impact resistance
• Water resistance
• Extensive run time
• Strong beam intensity

Different Types of Tactical Flashlights

Flashlights are basically pieces of equipment that produce a burst of light. There are three primary types of tactical style flashlights, including handheld flashlights, weapon lights and headlamps. A handheld is the most commonly used type of tactical flashlight. Other types of tactical flashlights include:

• Pistol light, also known as a handgun light, is a flashlight that is directly mounted on a handgun.
• Riffle flashlights are similar to pistol flashlights in that it is designed to be mounted on the weapon. This type of weapon light is specifically made to be used on longer style guns and should not be used on handguns.
• A headlamp allows you to have hands free lighting. This type of flashlight is generally worn in the center of your head will allow you to direct light to a specific area. Although the lumens are important when choosing a headlamp, it is the beam distance that is the most important, because it determines how far usable light is produced.

Although tactical flashlights are generally used by the military, police and/or emergency personal, a  tactile flashlight may be beneficial for hunters, survivalists and those seeking a non-lethal, but defensive type of self-defense weapon. When purchasing a tactical flashlight it is essential to buy a durable style and to follow a few guidelines, such as having a budget (keep in mind that when it comes to quality, you get what you pay for),  know what size you will be comfortable with and the amount of lumens you need.