The Nitecore HC65 UHE incorporates Nitelab’s first ultra-high efficiency 8-Core UHE LED. Specifically designed for high performance gear such as headlamps. It ensures enhanced efficiency per watt, offering a brighter, more energy efficient, and long-lasting experience. Maximum brightness is 2000 lumens with a range of up to 222 meters, while providing a beam pattern that is 2.5 times wider than the previous generation HC65.

In addition to the 8-Core UHE LED, dual auxiliary lights provide High Cri White Light (CRi>90) and Red Light outputs.

Brightness Levels, Runtimes and Range

Primary White Light

Turbo: 2000 lumens – 2 hours – 222 meters
Higher: 1300 lumens – 5 hours – 180 meters
High: 400 lumens – 14 hours – 100 meters
Mid: 100 lumens – 31 hours – 48 meters
SOS / Beacon: 1300 lumens

Auxiliary Warm White Light

High: 40 lumens – 40 hours – 12 meters
Low: 8 lumens – 82 hours – 6 meters

Auxiliary Red Light

High: 15 lumens – 37 hours – 8 meters
Low: 5 lumens – 66 hours – 5 meters

The HC65 UHE includes a 4000mAh 18650 Li-ion battery, which chargers via a USB-C port (cable also included). The battery can fully charge in 2 hours and four blue indicator lights display the remaining battery power.

The headband of the Nitecore HC65 UHE features a hollow design for lightweight and comfort and a reflective strip to alert vehicles at night.

Operation is via dual interface buttons for easy operation and blue indicator lights clearly display the remaining battery power. Lockout mode locks both buttons to prevent accidental operation while not in use.

The Nitecore HC65 UHE includes a durable storage case making it an ideal travel companion plus NL1480HP Li-ion battery, USB-C charging cable, headband with separate top strap and user manual.