Convoy C8+ Flashlight, 1100 Lumens, 700m Beam, 18650

Built for distance over convenience: a neutral white Cree XP-L HI LED throws a focused beam to 700 metres, with a more natural colour tone than cool white for less eye strain over long use. There's no built-in USB port here, the 18650 battery comes out and charges in a separate unit like the XTAR MC1 Plus, which keeps the light itself simpler, better sealed and arguably more durable for it.

Convoy's Biscotti firmware unlocks 12 modes for anyone who wants to tune output precisely, brightness curves, strobe patterns, memory behaviour, all configurable, with a simple default mode for everyday use that doesn't require touching any of that.

Aimed at

• Security patrol and perimeter checks
• Field work where beam distance matters more than charging convenience
• Aluminium body, IPX8 rated, mode memory between uses

The Convoy S21A has USB-C charging built directly into the light instead.