Streamlight PROTAC HL-X Selected By FBI
Streamlight has announced that its distribution partner, Tactical Express, LLC, has been selected by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to supply the Streamlight ProTac HL-X tactical light to agents as part of a five-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). The ProTac HL-X, which started delivery to the FBI in November 2024, was chosen as the new agent-issued handheld tactical light for students of the Firearms Training Unit, the Training Division of the FBI Academy, and is available across all other FBI divisions, providing up to 1,000 lumens and multi-fuel capability using rechargeable or disposable battery options.
“Streamlight and Tactical Express are very pleased to have been selected for this contract and partnership with the FBI… Having already shipped thousands of these high-performance lights to U.S. military police and security forces through commercial buys and using National Stock Number 6230-01626-6796 awards, we’re proud to now also provide the ProTac HL-X to new FBI agents and other personnel using this BPA,” said Matthew J. Baker, Director of Streamlight’s Military/Federal/Government sales division.
The Streamlight ProTac HL-X flashlight is constructed from 6000 series machined aircraft aluminum with an anodized finish, built for durability and a positive grip. The system can use a supplied proprietary Streamlight SL-B26 protected Li-Ion USB rechargeable battery or a pair of easy-to-source CR123A batteries. The flexibility of the multi-fuel system offers a cost-effective option with the added convenience of being able to keep the light up and running in remote or long-term low-light scenarios where charging is unavailable.
The ProTac HL-X tail switch allows easy, one-handed operation during searches and room clearing while holding a firearm, making target identification more reliable at a distance and in low light. The unit measures only 5.43” for convenient everyday carry. Each Streamlight ProTac HL-X ships packaged with a removable pocket clip and holster.
The Streamlight ProTac HL-X is available to the public with an MSRP of $176.97, although online prices can be quite a bit lower.
The Streamlight ProTac HL-X offers three modes.
HIGH
-1,000 lumens
-27,100 candela
-330-meter beam distance
-SL-B26 run time 1 hour and 30 minutes
-CR123 run time 1 hour and 15 minutes
LOW
-65 lumens
-1,600 candela
-80-meter beam distance
-SL-B26 run time 23 hours
-CR123 run time 20 hours
HIGH-INTENSITY STROBE
-SL-B26 run time 3.25 hours
-CR123 run time 2.5 hours
I’ve used many Streamlight products over the years, from handheld to weapons mounted, and have never had an issue with performance or reliability, so here’s a big thumbs up on the new BPA. What has your experience been? Let us know in the comments below.
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