Table1) Specifications

1)Vortex XR-1	2)Vortex TR3	3)LEDLenser LL7459	4)Vortex CR-2	5)TigerLight GOLD	6)Streamlight Ultra-Stinger	7)Vortex DR-2	8)MAG Instruments 6V Rechargeable

Table 2)Ease of Use & Charging Details

Description
The Vortex TR3 is a diminutive member of the police, security and tactical light categories. Being significantly shorter and more compact than the average light in this class, it is more easily stowed and carried than the longer and fatter flashlights. Unlike other Luxeon LED competitors however, the TR3 uses a LuxeonIII 3W emitter instead of a 5W LED. Thanks to a highly efficient reflector formulation, it manages to nearly match the brightness and throw performance of it's nearest competitor the Space Cannon vH DELUX, while requiring less power and having an emitter life-span that is 10 times longer than the 5W LED. In fact, the beam brightness and profile of the TR3 is nearly identical to that of the Night Ops Gladius- while offering a more neutral LED BIN color into the bargain. In keeping with true form with other tactical lights, it sports a Momentary & Full On tactical click for On/Off tail switch that is recessed. As a result, the TR3 bridges the gap between full sized security / police lights and the typically more compact and weapons mountable tactical lights. The fact that the tail switch is recessed means that it is usable in table-top ceiling bounce mode. Unlike its competitors, the TR3 takes a different approach to battery charging. Two batteries are included with every TR3 package, allowing for one battery to be charged in the supplied external charging station, while the other can be in use or at the ready inside the flashlight itself. As with other lights in its class, the TR3 is supplied with a USA 110/220V AC adapter as well as a 12V Automobile plug. To top off an already impressive package, the TR3 comes with an excellent heavy duty Cordura nylon holster that is clearly accommodating to belts up to 3" wide. The TR3 is an extraordinary package that is made even more attractive by the inclusion of a stunning presentation box- making it an ideal gift.
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Sales Source:http://www.vortexvision.us
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Specifications for:

• Dimensions:L=19cm , Head Dia= , Body Dia =
• Net weight:460gms
• Colors: Black Annnodized II
• Composition: Body=100% High Strength aluminum
• Bulb type: LuxeonIII 3W Emitter
• Average Bulb Life Expectancy:100,000 Hrs
• Battery Type: 6V NiMH (2 included)
• Charge Time:6 hrs for full charge
• A/C, Input requirements:Input 110V/220V
• DC, Input Requirements:12V
• Run-time (duration) to 50% of Maximum Brightness: 90 minutes
• Accessories Included: USA AC charger & 12V Auto adapters plus charge station and 2 batteries/ holster
• Battery status and charging Indicator: Orange=Charging, Red=90%, Orange=100%

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Evaluation Results & Summaries

Ease of Use
Excellent. The user simply locates and depresses the On/Off switch button at the tail end of the light to turn the light On and Off in a similar manner to current day tactical lights. Focus is fixed at the point of maximum spot. Charging involves the removal of the nearly depleted or partially depleted battery from the light and its placement into the charging station. An Orange LED color on the station indicates that charging is occurring. When the battery has neared a 90% charge the LED changes color to Red. At 100% charge the LED then becomes Orange.The color of the indicator light therefore provides charge status information. The light is easy to handle especially by persons with smaller sized hands. It may be perched upright on a flat surface for hands-free ceiling bounce mode. Even though the TR3 is easily stowed in a pocket, luggage, glove box or elsewhere, the included belt-mounted holster represents a convenient manner of carry especially in body worn rapid deployment applications. The use of NiMH battery means that the TR3 will passively loose about 1 minute of runtime per/ day but because NiMH batteries don't have memory issues that are typically associated with NiCad batteries, it may easily be topped off for regular nigly use or in the event that it hasn't been used in a long time.
5 points
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Task performance optimization
Excellent. The Vortex Vision TR3 is a top contender in the LED subclass of Police/ Tactical / Security lights. It lacks superfluity and provides a very bright and useful combination type beam of extremely neutral color for most tasks occurring at up to 180' feet away. Because it's compact, that means it's more like be stowed where the larger lights may not have enough space to live. We tested the TR3 in typical search scenarios that included room clearing, vehicle inspection as well as the MDOI trial that attempts to measure how far away a black garbage may be positioned before a light cannot differentiate it from it's surroundings. In most case the TR3 performed admirably. Unlike the more amber colored incandescent types, white LEDs tend to scatter airborne particles such as pollen, dust and water vapor. Such a shortcoming was easily remedied with the attachment of a (not included) amber/yellow filter to the front lens. The inclusion of a lower power setting would make the TR3 an even better package than it already is.
4.75 points
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Documentation Quality
Satisfactory. The instruction booklet is Quadri-lingual for English, Spanish, French and German reading customers. It's written and illustrated in precise, concise and professionally laid out step-by-step sections that enhance optimal information absorption and that minimize mistakes. Typographic font size is much smaller than average size , making it difficult for persons with poor eyesight to read.
3 points
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Battery Charging (Ease, Frequency, Maintenance)
Excellent. Even though the battery must be removed from the light in order to charge it, the process is as familiar as the replacement of expendable batteries. The dual battery option ensures that the light always has a freshly charged battery in it even though another may be in the process of charging. The L3's runtime of 1.5 Hrs per charge (to 50%) is quite respectable considering average nightly use and with a second battery at hand or nearby, that means that around 2 hours of nearly full brightness can be realized from a set of batteries. With only occasional use, the TR3's set of batteries can easily last several years of recharging cycles- making it a very economical product in the mid to long term.
5 points
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Balance, Grip-ability, Stow-ability, Tabletop Stand-ability
Good. The TR3 handles well in most hands and especially well in small hands. The obvious shortness in length coupled with the tail-end switch, makes it a viable tactical light in applications that employ the Surefire/Rogers or Harries hold positions. The light stows quickly an deploys quite quickly from the included nylon holster. It's an ideal candidate for stowage where larger lights simply will not fit such as : Automobile door pockets, glove boxes, tool boxes,tactical bags and so on.
4 points
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Items of Note:
Exquisite presentation packaging and excellent 10 year manufacturer's warranty.
5 points

ABOVE- Left, Presentation Box | Right, Heavy duty belt holster

ABOVE, External battery charging station (12V DC adapter - Not pictured but included)

ABOVE- Left. emitter compartment and reflector/bezel | Right, inset push-button activation switch

ABOVE,Left-Full-frontal view of head | Right,Direct Beam Shot at maximum spot focus (DBS)