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Petzl Tactikka Plus LED Headlamp

    Petzl Tactikka Plus LED Headlamp

    • $45.95
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    Item # 709063

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    The Petzl Tactikka Plus headlamp's filter provides white or red lighting options. And now this popular headlamp is 80% brighter!

    • Not much larger than the small batteries that power it; Tactikka weighs a mere 2.75 ounces!
    • 4 LEDs provide even lighting throughout your field of view with no blank spots in the beam; LED bulbs won't burn out
    • 3 brightness settings (maximum, optimum, economy) and a blinking mode ensure setting to meet your needs
    • Alternates easily between white and red light simply by moving the pivoting filter over the LEDs
    • Ergonomically designed, comfortable to wear elastic headband holds the light securely in place
    • Water-resistant design for all-weather use
    • Petzl Tactikka Plus LED headlamp is powered by 3 AAA batteries, included

    Petzl warns against the use of lithium batteries with this headlamp as doing so might cause the lamp to overheat and damage the LED bulbs.

    Please note: Petzl products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

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    Petzl Tactikka Plus LED Headlamp Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Backpacking
    LED
    4 LEDs
    Yes
    Flood
    35 lumens
    High: 35 lumens
    32 meters
    High: 32 / low: 15 meters
    3
    1
    High: 100 / low: 150 hours
    No
    No
    3 AAA
    Plastic
    2.4 x 2 x 1.7 inches
    2.75 ounces
    Bulb type
    Bulb detail
    Red light mode
    Beam type
    Max light output (lumens)
    Light output
    Max beam distance (m)
    Beam distance
    Brightness levels
    Strobes
    Average run time
    Regulated output
    Rechargeable
    Batteries
    Material(s)
    Dimensions
    Weight with batteries

    Petzl Tactikka Plus LED Headlamp Customer Reviews

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    Petzl Tactikka Plus LED Headlamp
     
    4.6

    (based on 38 reviews)

    95%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Bright (32)
    • Durable (32)
    • Long battery life (31)
    • Stable (23)
    • Adjustable beam (16)

    Cons

    • No beam adjustment (5)
    • Not waterproof (3)

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking (29)
    • Hiking (27)
    • Car camping (25)
    • Day trip (22)
    • Military/law enforcement (4)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Avid adventurer (20), Casual/ recreational (12), Military/law enforcement (3), Outdoor professional (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (11)

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    5.0

    Sometimes Simpler is Better

    By Pacific NW

    from Portland, OR

    About Me Avid Adventurer

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    Pros

    • Adjustable Beam
    • Durable
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Not Waterproof

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Car Camping
    • Day trip
    • Hiking

    Comments about Petzl Tactikka Plus LED Headlamp:

    After having an older Tikka Plus for years, and trying a Tikka Plus 2 with the rechargeable CORE system (junk), it was time to go to back to old faithful. The Tactikka Plus makes things a lot easier if you want to use a red filter -- you just flip it up since it's permanently attached. No magic button presses or complex UI. While the light output and color rendition (these are older technology direct-drive 5mm LEDs) of the Tactikka Plus probably won't win any awards, that's okay. For us, this is being used for close-up work around the house, camping, traveling, etc. We don't need a searchlight searing our retinas at these distances. (That's what the flashlights are for anyways.) Caveats: You probably want something much more powerful for an activity like trail running. Beware that Petzl doesn't advocate using lithium batteries in this headlamp, as the circuitry supposedly can't handle it.

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    5.0

    Exactly what I Needed!

    By CMR73

    from Green Valley, AZ

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

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    Pros

    • Bright
    • Durable
    • Lightweight
    • Long battery life
    • Red filter

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Car Camping
      • Day trip
      • Hiking
      • Law Enforcement
      • Military

      Comments about Petzl Tactikka Plus LED Headlamp:

      I ordered this headlamp after doing a lot of research online. For the price, I don't think this headlamp can be beat. Great quality, multiple brightness settings (including a strobe mode), flip up red filter, lightweight, and comfortable. The red lens is great for use at night when you don't want to light up a huge area and/or you want to preserve your night vision. The multiple brightness settings allow you to tailor the light to your specific need and save on battery life by using a lower setting. I use mine for a lot of chores around my yard at night, as I don't have a lot of lights on the sides of my house. I live in the desert and have to deal with scorpions, rattlesnakes and river toads, and having a light like this is nice when I'm taking out the trash at night and don't want to give up the use of one hand by carrying a flashlight. Overall, I'm extremely pleased with this light.

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      4.0

      Dependable and Rugged

      By DarrenG

      from San Antonio, Texas

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      Pros

      • Bright
      • Durable
      • Long battery life

      Cons

      • Bulky

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Car Camping
      • Day trip
      • Hiking

      Comments about Petzl Tactikka Plus LED Headlamp:

      Has held up well for many years. I like the red flip-down cover, which is handy in not annoying too many campers when moving around the campground at dark. The tilting head is a real positive. I like adjusting it while laying in the sleeping bag reading. The lowest brightness setting is what I leave it on 90% of the time. The batteries therefore last a really long time. The only negative I see to this headlamp is that it is a little bulky due to the strap.

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      5.0

      THE best multi-use headlamp

      By Rock 115

      from North Carolina

      About Me Military/Law Enforcement

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      Pros

      • Lightweight
      • Long battery life

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Car Camping
        • Day trip
        • Hiking
        • Tactical

        Comments about Petzl Tactikka Plus LED Headlamp:

        I've been using this headlamp for the last 7 years and it shows no sign of giving up. It's been a staple in my bag or my truck.

        The battery life is the best thing about this headlamp. I can use it daily for weeks on end before changing out the batteries. The red lens is durable and won't break. It's pretty water resistant; the only downside I've noticed is that a little rust will accumulate in the plastic housing, but that's unavoidable if you're using it in a humid or seaside environment.

        It's very durable, lightweight, and when I'm wearing a helmet or don't want it on my head it's easy to drop down and keep around my neck. Sometimes I'll forget it's even there.

        I've bought 3 of these because they're so handy to have in the car or around the house.

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        4.0

        Comfortable, white light leakage

        By GrahamP

        from Round Rock, TX

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

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        Pros

        • Bright
        • Comfortable head band

        Cons

        • Light leaks

        Best Uses

          Comments about Petzl Tactikka Plus LED Headlamp:

          The lamp is comfortable to wear and is bright. The red light cover is an excellent idea. However, the red filter cover does not quite close all the way, and there's a small gap around the top edge through which the white LEDs can be seen. This is enough to spoil people's night vision. Perhaps the cover on mine doesn't close as far as its supposed to? I'm returning this since I really want a solid red light feature.

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          (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          2.0

          not bright enough

          By pine tree 5

          from ohio

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

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          Pros

          • Stable

          Cons

          • Dim
          • Low battery life
          • No Beam Adjustment

          Best Uses

            Comments about Petzl Tactikka Plus LED Headlamp:

            its just not bright enough!! later i got the BD storm mutch better 100 lumns!low 4 red light mode
            same price

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            5.0

            Best Headlamp Ever

            By DRunner

            from So Cal

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            Pros

            • Bright
            • Durable
            • Long battery life
            • Stable

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Home Use
              • running

              Comments about Petzl Tactikka Plus LED Headlamp:

              Bought this for night running and have since found so many uses! I use it for night running (with or without a hat/visor). The red flipdown is great when you are looking for gear at home at 4am and don't want to wake anyone with bright light. I also use it for work around the house that requires light but where I prefer to be hands-free. Best. Purchase. Ever.

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              5.0

              Survived 7 months in the desert

              By Dave the Marine

              from Al Anbar, Iraq

              About Me Military/Law Enforcement

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              Pros

              • Bright
              • Durable
              • Long battery life
              • Stable

              Cons

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Petzl Tactikka Plus LED Headlamp:

                  Another great light that served well in the harsh desert conditions. I had to change the batteries once in 7 months and this was used almost every single night. The option to flip to a red light is great to avoid killing your night vision.

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                  5.0

                  Great Headlamp

                  By jiggityjasono

                  from Columbus, Ohio

                  About Me Casual/ Recreational

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                  Pros

                  • Adjustable Beam
                  • Bright
                  • Durable
                  • Simple

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Backpacking
                    • Car Camping

                    Comments about Petzl Tactikka Plus LED Headlamp:

                    This is just a good all around headlamp. Not too fancy, not too dull. There are three brightness settings and a flash setting. Has a flip up/flip down red night vision lens. Comes with three AAA Duracell batteries.

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                    5.0

                    Best Deal

                    By Spagga

                    from Dallas, TX

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                    Pros

                    • Adjustable Beam
                    • Bright
                    • Durable
                    • Long battery life

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Backpacking
                      • Car Camping
                      • Hiking

                      Comments about Petzl Tactikka Plus LED Headlamp:

                      If you need a reliable lightweight head lamp you found it.
                      This HL has taken me down long night trails and has stood up against some really fowl weather. I have nothing to say but AWESOME--best deal out there.

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