The Volkspistole translating to people’s pistols is one of the most popular semi-automatic polymer made handguns on the market. While Heckler and Koch have poured their hearts into this weapon, it is still not 100% complete without some accessories.
One of those accessories is a weapon light. While weapon light is not the most desired upgrade of VP9, it is one of those that you cannot ignore. The VP9 is often used as a secondary weapon. On top of that, the gun is used during the night a lot.
Are you getting where I’m aiming? The thing is, no matter how good the environment light is and how good your eyesight during the night is, you cannot see clearly during pitch black darkness while shooting. To remedy that situation, you will need a handgun light for it.
So, how do you find the best light for HK VP9? Well, that’s easy. You just keep reading this post and you will find it in no time. Without further ado, let’s start.
How To Choose The Best Weapon Light For Hk Vp9?
You cannot deny the importance of a weapon light in everyday carry. The VP9 is a great weapon in terms of close-range accuracy. To take full advantage of that during the night as well, you will definitely need to invest in a good weapon light. Now that you have so much good stuff to choose from, how do you choose the best among them?
Well, that’s pretty easy. All you have to do is ask yourself. If you read the entire thing, you know the lights have different intensity and range. Depending on that, the light will have a wider spread and more intensity in close quarters. So, if your priority is high intensity beam and maximum lumens, then you can go for either of the high lumens I mentioned above.
But if you want to save money and want better battery backup, then go with low-intensity lights. By doing that, you can save some bucks and have a better battery life as well. So, ultimately the decision will be up to you. If you want to go all out, by all means, go for SureFire. But if you want to save some money or just don’t want the SureFire specifications, then you can go for something else from the list.
1. SureFire X300 Ultra Series LED Weapon Light
SureFire X300 Ultra series LED weapon light is a versatile, compact, and lightweight flashlight made for handguns. With a special off-white LED, the light is capable of producing 600 lumens.
The body of the light is made out of aerospace-grade aluminum. The same type of aluminum you see in high-end rifle scopes and other optical instruments. The flashlight has a Mil-Spec hard anodized coating. If you are someone who drops their gun often, you will definitely like the build of this light. It won’t flinch, move around, or have scratch issues.
The mounting system of this light is what makes it versatile. You can use it on most handguns or long rifles with Picatinny rails. It also fits the T-Slot mounting system. Which you can use to your advantage in most handguns.
Where is this light made?
From designing to machining, all of that is done in the USA. SureFire is a known American brand that is also very good with warranties.
Does it have laser light built in?
No, it doesn’t. It has 600 lumens of off-white LED. The off-white LED in the yellowish spectrum of light is quite easy on the eyes.
Can I use rechargeable batteries with this?
You will need to use this with the rated CR123 batteries. They come with disposable batteries and you will need to use them.
2. Streamlight 69266 TLR-1 HL 1000 Lumen Weapon Light
Streamlight is quite affordable compared to SureFire lights. That doesn’t mean they are not any good. The TLR-1 HL is one of the most sold weapon lights to this day. This is a 1000 lumen LED with an aluminum housing.
The light is available in different finishes and the light is also available in light only, dual remote, and dual mode. In dual mode models, you will find the light with green laser or red laser light.
The C4 LED with a 1000 lumens rating, It is capable of reaching 20k peak candela beam intensity. With an LED/Laser combo, you will be able to use them both for around 1.5 hours. If you use the flashlight in laser only mode, you can use this for around 45 hours.
Is this flashlight made out of plastic?
No, it’s not. It’s made out of durable high-quality aluminum. With 6000 series aircraft-grade aluminum, you are sure to have a long-lasting flashlight. It is also shockproof.
Is this flashlight rainproof?
It is IPX4 rated. That does mean it’s water resistant. While it’s not submergible, it can last rain splashes quite easily. Just don’t use it under heavy rain.
What kind of mounting system do I need for this?
It comes with a system that locks into Picatinny rails easily. On top of that, you can use it with Glock-Style, S&W 99, etc.
3. OLIGHT PL-Pro Valkyrie 1500 Lumen Weapon Light
Olight is another great weapon flashlight manufacturer that has gotten quite a bit of love from both hunters and tactical shooters. The Valkyrie is a 1500 lumens weapon light that can illuminate up to 280 meters.
With a peak of 19600 candela, a max throw of 280 meters is insanely good! This powerful LED light is powered by a 900mAh 3.6v lithium polymer rechargeable battery. That battery is capable of running for 90 minutes straight.
On top of that, the light has two output modes. Depending on those modes, you can get more or less battery life. In mode 1, you will output 1500 to 600 lumens and you can expect a runtime from 45 minutes to 90 minutes. The maximum distance will be 280 meters. In mode 2, it will output only 300 lumens and have a max throw of 130 meters. But you will get 90 minutes of battery life.
Is this light too heavy?
No, it’s not. The total weight of this light is only 92 grams. That includes the rechargeable battery.
Will it break if I use it with VP9?
No, it won’t. It’s not made out of poorly constructed plastic. Instead, it’s made out of 6071-T6 aluminum. The same type of aluminum is used in scopes.
Can I use it in the cold?
Yes, you can. It’s rated IPX6. It’s not submergible but it can easily be used under the rain. You can use it for police, military, and tactical use.
4. Streamlight 69424 TLR-7A Flex 500 Lumen Tactical Light
Another day, another Streamlight. I don’t say that as a joke, but rather as a compliment. Streamlight has been making so many good weapon lights, that it’s hard to not include more than one of their products while suggesting a specific handgun like the VP9.
The TLR-7A is one of the best HK VP9 lights. The low-profile design of this light makes it a perfect choice for handguns. As it supports a rail mount, it’s super easy to install and take apart from the gun.
The light has a 500 lumens LED with a 140 meter maximum throw. It’s not the highest rated one by any means, but it’s definitely made for a healthy shooting range. With the maximum intensity, the light is capable of running for around 1.5 hours.
What kind of battery does this operate on?
Instead of a rechargeable lithium polymer battery, you will need a CR123A lithium battery to operate this flashlight.
Does this light support HK P30?
Yes, it does. It supports both HK VP9 and HK P30.
Is this waterproof?
Yes, it is. It has an IPX7 waterproof rating. You can submerge it and use it under heavy rain as well.
5. OLIGHT Baldr Mini 600 Lumens Weaponlight
The Baldr Mini is not a new name in the community. One thing I have to hand it to Olight is their naming scheme. Named after Balder, the Baldr mini uses a small and compact handgun light that is made out of extremely rugged materials to have a long-lasting life.
The Baldr Mini has a body made out of aluminum alloy. With a hard anodized finish, the light is incredibly well made. It will last you a long time as well. The light is equipped with 600 lumens LED. On top of that, it also has a <5mW Class 3R and the green laser is also legal to use.
Besides being able to mount it on GL and Picatinny rails, the light can be easily moved forward or backward on the rail mount to fit different mounting styles. If you were contemplating ignoring weapon light for a laser sight, then you don’t need to. You are having them both with this one.
Is this durable enough to survive drops?
Of course! It was also tested to survive 1 meter drop test and it survived without any scratches or dents.
What’s the maximum throw range of this light?
The maximum throw of this tiny powerhouse is 130 meters. That’s amazing considering it’s so small and concealable. It throws with a 4225 cd intensity.
What kind of battery does this use?
It uses a lithium polymer battery which is built-in. Yes, the battery is rechargeable. You don’t need to change the battery every now and then.
Conclusion
And there you have it folks! Some great weapon lights for a great pistol. If you were not a fan of the HK VP9 the night before, you will be now for sure. Yes, they are a bit expensive but they will be a great companion.
And that’s all for now folks. Hope you are having a wonderful time whenever you are reading this. I will be sure to bring more of these guides for you guys soon enough. Till then, take care and have fun.