The Cloud Defensive MCH 2.0 High Candela is a hard-use handheld tactical flashlight built for distance. It throws a focused beam of roughly 80,000 candela (~565m) alongside 1100 lumens on the included 18650, with controlled spill for situational awareness.
It's dual fuel — run the 18650 rechargeable or CR123A primaries — with programmable output modes, a 6061-T6 body, an S7 tool-steel reinforced head, and an IPX8 waterproof rating.
How It Compares
Want a compact EDC version? See the MCH Micro HC. Browse all handheld flashlights, the Cloud Defensive range and tactical lighting; read our lighting guide.
Ideal For
- Long-range / high-candela illumination
- Duty and professional use
- Outdoor and field environments
Key Features
- ~1100 lm / ~80,000 cd; ~565m beam
- Dual fuel: 18650 (included) or CR123A
- Programmable output modes
- S7 tool-steel reinforced head; 6061-T6 body
- Type III hardcoat; IPX8
Technical Specifications
| Output |
~1100 lm (18650) / ~400 lm (CR123A) |
| Peak Beam Intensity |
~80,000 cd |
| Beam Distance |
~565 m |
| Runtime |
~75 min (high) |
| Battery |
1× 18650 (incl.) or CR123A |
| Length / Weight |
~5.17 in / ~5.7 oz; IPX8 |
What's Included
- Cloud Defensive MCH 2.0 HC flashlight
- 18650 battery, charger, ND protection rings, pocket clip
UK Delivery & Support
UK-stocked and dispatched tracked from our UK warehouse — no import duties or customs delays — backed by UK-based support and Cloud Defensive's limited lifetime warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far does it throw?
~80,000 candela for roughly 565m of usable beam.
What does dual fuel mean?
It runs the included 18650 rechargeable or CR123A primaries.
MCH 2.0 or MCH Micro?
The 2.0 is the full-size, higher-output light; the Micro is a compact EDC version.
