Viridian X5L Gen2 Light With Green Laser Review

Published on December 4, 2017
Duration: 18:20

This review of the Viridian X5L Gen2 weapon light with a green laser covers its features, performance, and comparisons to other popular lights. The instructor highlights the laser's brightness, the light's multiple modes including strobe, and its unique holster integration system that activates the light upon drawing. While generally positive, the review notes the 224-lumen output might be less than ideal for extreme distances, and discusses the pros and cons of the automatic activation feature.

Quick Summary

The Viridian X5L Gen2 weapon light offers 224 lumens of illumination and a bright green laser, featuring multiple modes including strobe and a unique magnetic holster integration system for automatic activation. It's generally smaller than competitors like the Streamlight TLR-2 HL G and Surefire X300, with a battery life of up to 6 hours on constant-on.

Chapters

  1. 00:33Introduction
  2. 01:56Outdoor Beam Comparison
  3. 03:58Indoor Garage Demonstration
  4. 05:19Size Comparisons
  5. 06:00Construction Details
  6. 06:45Functionality and Modes
  7. 08:41Battery and Runtime
  8. 09:16Mounting System and Reliability
  9. 09:56Laser Adjustments
  10. 10:26Unique Holster Integration
  11. 13:06Cold Weather Test
  12. 13:50Glock 22 Reliability Test
  13. 14:27Overall Performance and Lumens
  14. 15:37Interface and Ergonomics
  15. 15:59Price Point
  16. 16:26Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Viridian X5L Gen2 weapon light?

The Viridian X5L Gen2 features a 224-lumen light output, a bright green laser, multiple operating modes (light only, laser only, light/laser combo, strobe), and a unique magnetic holster integration system for automatic activation upon drawing.

How does the Viridian X5L Gen2 compare in size to other weapon lights?

The X5L Gen2 is generally smaller and less wide than the Streamlight TLR-2 HL G and the Surefire X300, making it a more compact option for certain firearms.

What is the battery life of the Viridian X5L Gen2?

The light is powered by a single CR123A battery, offering a quoted run time of 6 hours on constant-on mode (light and laser) and 10 hours on strobe mode (light and laser).

Is the Viridian X5L Gen2 reliable in cold weather?

Testing indicated that the Viridian X5L Gen2 performed reliably even after being placed in a freezer for several hours, suggesting that any previous cold-weather issues may have been resolved.

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