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product_id: 14173759
title: "Rothco 489: Army Style C-Cell Flashlights"
brand: "rothco"
price: "B/.48"
currency: PAB
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Rothco"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/14173759-rothco-489-army-style-c-cell-flashlights
store_origin: PA
region: Panama
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# Includes 5 color lenses Uses common C-cell batteries Impact resistant design Rothco 489: Army Style C-Cell Flashlights

**Brand:** rothco
**Price:** B/.48
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔦 Own the night with vintage tactical flair!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Rothco 489: Army Style C-Cell Flashlights by rothco
- **How much does it cost?** B/.48 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/14173759-rothco-489-army-style-c-cell-flashlights)

## Best For

- rothco enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted rothco brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Clip & Carry:** Steel belt clip and flat base for hands-free use and easy portability
- • **Ready for Action:** Impact resistant build ensures durability in rugged environments
- • **Battery Convenience:** Powered by widely available C-cell alkaline batteries—no hunting for rare power sources
- • **Classic Tactical Design:** Iconic NATO-style angle head for authentic military vibes
- • **Versatile Lighting Options:** Five interchangeable lenses including red, green, blue, yellow & clear for every scenario

## Overview

The Rothco 489 Army Style C-Cell Flashlight is a durable, impact-resistant handheld light inspired by classic NATO military designs. Powered by common C-cell batteries and featuring five color lenses, it offers versatile lighting options for tactical, survival, or everyday use. Its steel clip and flat base enhance portability and hands-free convenience, making it a reliable companion for outdoor enthusiasts and preparedness pros alike.

## Description

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Review: Good flashlight - I bought this for a cosplay so I can’t comment on how well it shines. However, it’s durable and looks good!
Review: Know what you’re buying - This is an inexpensive (cheap) angle head flashlight with a design similar to the NATO angle head flashlight. The body is made of plastic and it uses 2 C batteries and not the metal body and 2 D batteries of the genuine military flashlight. It uses a regular incandescent flashlight bulb so it’s not very bright compared to modern LED’s. It has all the same design features of the military flashlight. 3 position switch - on, flash button, and on. The flash button works as it should. Sits flat on its base and has a hanging hook that recesses in the base. It has the tail cap with extra lenses, red, green, blue, and yellow in addition to the clear that came installed. It has the steel clip on the back that allows you to clip it to your belt or other gear and still shine forward. The o rings for the lens are very cheaply made, the o ring for the base cap is okay. The clear lens had some sort of fogging or fine scratches on it, but the other lenses were okay. I purchased this for several reasons. I have a lot of C batteries lying around and nothing to use them in. This was half to a third the price of any other C battery flashlight I could find on desertcart. I’ve never owned an angle head flashlight and I wanted to try it out. I don’t have any red light flashlights so I immediately installed the red lens. It met my needs and I didn’t have an expectation that it would be the same brightness as a modern LED or that it would have the build quality of a military flashlight. I knew what to expect when I bought it, but I took 1 star away for the fogged/scratched clear lens.

## Features

- Durable and long lasting
- Easy to use
- Made using the finest materials
- Top quality merchandise
- Military, tactical, survival and outdoor products

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000J5JDCM |
| Additional Features | Impact Resistant |
| Batteries are Included | No |
| Battery Description | C-Cell Batteries |
| Battery Type | Alkaline |
| Best Sellers Rank | #62,141 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #775 in Handheld Flashlights |
| Brand Name | Rothco |
| Brightness | > 0 lumens |
| Bulb Base | BA20D |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 1,445 Reviews |
| Finish Types | Metallic |
| Included Components | Rothco 489: Army Style C-Cell Flashlights |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 3"D x 3"W x 3"H |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3"L x 3"W x 8"H |
| Item Type Name | Tactical equipment/apparel |
| Light Source Special Features | Impact Resistant |
| Light Source Type | Incandescent |
| Manufacturer | Rothco |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | N/a. |
| Material | Polyester |
| Material Type | Polyester |
| Model Number | 489 |
| Number of Light Sources | 1 |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Tactical applications, home use, emergencies, preparedness |
| Shape | Cylindrical |
| Special Feature | Impact Resistant |
| Style Name | Army |
| UPC | 613902048904 |
| Voltage | 3 Volts |
| Warranty Type | limited warranty |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| White Brightness | 100 Lumens |

## Product Details

- **Special Feature:** Impact Resistant
- **Color:** Black
- **Power Source:** Battery Powered
- **Light Source Type:** Incandescent
- **Material:** Polyester

## Images

![Rothco 489: Army Style C-Cell Flashlights - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61-1pQwCHqS.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the length from top to bottom please**
A: about 6in

**Q: How long does the flashlight last until next battery change**
A: It would totally depend on the battery you are using

**Q: Is the bulb LED?**
A: No, it is an older style bulb that drains battery quickly.  The Maglite ML50LX LED 3-Cell C Foliage Green Flashlight is a great choice.  Fits in your hand easily and if you get rechargeable c batteries you have made some good choices.

**Q: What kind of light bulb can replace it with? preferably looking for a led one**
A: This flashlight is junk and does not use a led bulb.  Buy a tactical LED flashlight that uses 18650 battery.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good flashlight
*by T***E on December 28, 2025*

I bought this for a cosplay so I can’t comment on how well it shines. However, it’s durable and looks good!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Know what you’re buying
*by C***. on June 21, 2025*

This is an inexpensive (cheap) angle head flashlight with a design similar to the NATO angle head flashlight. The body is made of plastic and it uses 2 C batteries and not the metal body and 2 D batteries of the genuine military flashlight. It uses a regular incandescent flashlight bulb so it’s not very bright compared to modern LED’s. It has all the same design features of the military flashlight. 3 position switch - on, flash button, and on. The flash button works as it should. Sits flat on its base and has a hanging hook that recesses in the base. It has the tail cap with extra lenses, red, green, blue, and yellow in addition to the clear that came installed. It has the steel clip on the back that allows you to clip it to your belt or other gear and still shine forward. The o rings for the lens are very cheaply made, the o ring for the base cap is okay. The clear lens had some sort of fogging or fine scratches on it, but the other lenses were okay. I purchased this for several reasons. I have a lot of C batteries lying around and nothing to use them in. This was half to a third the price of any other C battery flashlight I could find on Amazon. I’ve never owned an angle head flashlight and I wanted to try it out. I don’t have any red light flashlights so I immediately installed the red lens. It met my needs and I didn’t have an expectation that it would be the same brightness as a modern LED or that it would have the build quality of a military flashlight. I knew what to expect when I bought it, but I took 1 star away for the fogged/scratched clear lens.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent flashlight
*by E***N on October 19, 2025*

Its a flashlight.....pretty straightforward. Comes with different colored filters if you want to change the color of the light. For the price you can't beat it.

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*Product available on Desertcart Panama*
*Store origin: PA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-27*