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Nitecore NU43 vs Nitecore UT27 MCT Pro

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

No winner on weight yet. The recorded weights have not both been verified on the same basis. Size, included parts and single-item versus pair weights can differ. Check the linked sources before choosing a replacement.

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Spec Nitecore NU43 Nitecore UT27 MCT Pro
Weight 116 g · 0.116 kg · 0.26 lb
as listed, bracket and headband included; accu ingebouwd
 75 g · 0.075 kg · 0.17 lb
Brand Nitecore Nitecore
Category Lighting Lighting
Nitecore NU43
116 g

Lightweight USB-C rechargeable headlamp with 1400 lumen max output, spot and flood beams and an IP68 rating.

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Nitecore UT27 MCT Pro
75 g

Lightweight dual-beam rechargeable running/hiking headlamp with 800-lumen max output.

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Nitecore NU43 vs Nitecore UT27 MCT Pro: which should you buy?

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