Streamlight ProTac HL-X at 1000 lumens with the integrated tape switch is bright enough for most home defense or duty uses. Rail clamp tightens with the included thumbscrew. Switch placement is on the body, not separate.






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Overview
The Streamlight ProTac Rail Mount HL-X is a powerful flashlight designed for tactical applications, providing an impressive output of 1000 lumens. With a rail mount configuration, it easily attaches to your firearm, ensuring quick access to bright illumination when you need it most. This weapon light is often found on builds featuring a mid-length gas system in 5.56 NATO caliber, making it a popular choice for those looking to enhance their visibility in low-light conditions.
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Aggregated and anonymized data showing how builders use this product
| Product | Category | Times Built Together |
|---|---|---|
| Geissele Automatics Llc Ar-15 Ssa-E X Lightning Bow Trigger | 69 | |
| Bravo Company M16 Bolt Carrier Group Black | 52 | |
| Magpul AFG-2 Angled Fore Grip - Black | 50 | |
| NcStar Pro Series Sight Front/Rear Flip Up, Black - VMARFLC | 46 | |
| Daniel Defense Collapsible Mil-Spec Buttstock, Brown - 21-091-04179-011 | 44 | |
| SureFire Rail Grabber Tape Switch - 7" - Black | 42 |
| Platform | Percentage |
|---|---|
| AR-15 | 88.9% |
| AR-10 | 6.3% |
| AR-9 | 4.8% |
| Caliber | Percentage |
|---|---|
| 5.56 NATO | 82.6% |
| 300 Blackout | 8.7% |
| .223 Wylde | 6.5% |
| .223 Remington | 2.2% |
| Gas System | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Mid-Length | 66.7% |
| Carbine | 16.7% |
| Pistol | 13.3% |
| Rifle | 3.3% |
Builds in the community that include the Streamlight ProTac Rail Mount HL-X 1000 Lumen Weapon Light with Tapeswitch
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
![]() | 26 | $1802.52 |
![]() | 31 | $7083.15 |
![]() | 27 | $4230.84 |
![]() | 11 | $5362.92 |
![]() | 11 | $3649.10 |
![]() | 28 | $2422.18 |
![]() | 29 | $3771.39 |
![]() | 26 | $3058.88 |
![]() | 26 | $5739.74 |
![]() | 16 | $3709.54 |
![]() | 14 | $3236.65 |
![]() | 24 | $1874.77 |
4 global ratings
Streamlight ProTac HL-X at 1000 lumens with the integrated tape switch is bright enough for most home defense or duty uses. Rail clamp tightens with the included thumbscrew. Switch placement is on the body, not separate.
Streamlight ProTac HL-X is bright at 1000 lumens. Mount clamps positively to picatinny. Tape switch is functional but stiffer than I would like - takes more thumb pressure than my Surefire switches.
lights up the whole room
love the switch