The Tactikka + and Tactikka +RGB we mentioned at SHOT Show are in inventory and now shipping. They offer up to 140 lumens and the Tactikka + now includes an integral Red LED rather than the old flip up filter. These run off of constant light technology meaning the light will stay constant for the prescribed rating over the life of the battery. They use 3 AAA batteries with easy access to the compartment.
Petzl also introduced a new buckle on the headband that is crush tested to 80 kg so you won’t accidentally break the buckle. Another mounting option beside the headband is the Kit Adapt which uses adhesive to mount the lights directly to a variety of surfaces including helmets, walls, etc.
The lights are available in Black, Tan and Camo. Additionally, these are available in Berry compliant models (Tan and Black). These are the first Berry options from Petzl and a great end of year purchase.
Tags: OR Summer Market, Petzl
Just curious…does anybody know why headlamps often use 3 AAA batteries instead of 2 AA’s?
I have two Princeton Tec headlamps (that I love btw), one with uses a single cr123 battery and the other uses three triple-A batteries. Though I am looking to replace one (which I accidentally smashed), maybe a Petzl, because I’d like to compare the two.
AA’s are just easier to come by so I thought that would be reflected in headlamps.
Maybe 2 AAAs weighs less than 2 AAs or you get more power/longer life from 3 AAAs vs. 2 AAs for about the same weight and space? I really don’t know but those are my guesses.
I cant wait to upgrade to the RGB model. My old one has been going strong for years of abuse and last quite awhile on those three little batteries.