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Elzetta

Bravo B452

USA-made tactical flashlight running on dual CR123A cells for extended runtime and cold-weather reliability. 850 lumens, 224m throw, IPX8 rated with bomb-proof potted electronics — built for duty, survival, and home defense.

Best for Tactical850 lm224 m throwIPX8198g

Amazon: 4.7/5 (120 ratings)

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77

Score: 77.1

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Verdict

Strengths

  • Top-tier waterproof rating for harsh conditions

Trade-offs

  • Heavier than typical pocket-carry options
  • No lockout mode to prevent accidental activation
  • No pocket clip included
  • No built-in charging — external charger required

Score Breakdown

Our algorithm scores every flashlight across six profiles. Select a profile to see which metrics drive the result. How we score →

Overall score

Buyer trust, value, raw performance, and build quality.

71.4
Amazon TrustCombines Amazon star rating (4.7/5) with review volume (120 ratings). A 4.9 with few reviews scores lower than a 4.6 with thousands — quality and confidence both matter.
Amazon Trust35%Buyer social proof from Amazon — 60% star rating + 40% review volume. High stars with few reviews score lower than solid ratings with lots of buyers.61
Star Rating60%4.7 / 580
Review Volume40%120 ratings32
Value25%How much performance you get per dollar.38
Performance Blend55%64
Max Lumens40%850 lm55
High Runtime30%3.3 hr85
Peak Candela30%12,500 cd55
Price45%$236.506
Performance25%Blend of lumens, candela, throw distance, and high-mode runtime.61
Max Lumens35%850 lm55
Peak Candela25%12,500 cd55
Beam Distance20%224 m57
High Runtime20%3.3 hr85
Durability15%IP waterproof rating and impact resistance.97 / 10097

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Performance

Max Lumens850
Sustained Lumens400
Candela12,500
Beam Distance224 m
Beam Patternhybrid
CRI—
Turbo Stepdown120s

Hardware

BatteryCR123A
Rechargenone
ReplaceableYes
LED—
Weight198.0g
Length142.0mm
Head35.0mm

Features

IP RatingIPX8
Impact Resist.3.0m
MaterialAluminum
StrobeYes
LockoutNo
MemoryNo
Magnetic TailNo

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Common Questions

Is the Elzetta Bravo waterproof?
Yes, the Elzetta Bravo has a IPX8 waterproof rating, making it suitable for use in rain and wet conditions.
What battery does the Elzetta Bravo use?
The Elzetta Bravo uses CR123A batteries.
How far can the Elzetta Bravo throw?
The Elzetta Bravo has a maximum beam distance of 224 meters (735 feet) with 12,500 candela.
How bright is the Elzetta Bravo?
The Elzetta Bravo produces up to 850 lumens on its highest mode.
How much does the Elzetta Bravo weigh?
The Elzetta Bravo weighs 198.0g (7.0 oz). It is 142.0mm long.

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