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We have not tested this unit. This review is built from Maglite’s own product page and a TruckersReport forum thread. Checked 2026-10-03.
Quick verdict
Pre-trips happen at night, in the rain and in dark yards, so a flashlight is basic gear. The Mini Maglite LED 2-cell AA is a small U.S.-made aluminum light that runs on two AA batteries, which you can buy at almost any truck stop. A TruckersReport moderator says he keeps a good Maglite and also uses a headlamp for night pre-trips and when both hands are needed. The catch: 127 lumens is modest, and there is no hands-free option.
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Specs
| Spec | Value | Source (checked 2026-10-03) |
|---|---|---|
| Output | 127 lumens, 156 m beam | Maglite |
| Runtime | 11 h on high, 25 h on low | Maglite |
| Modes | 4 | Maglite |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | Maglite |
| Power | 2 AA batteries, included | Maglite |
| Size and weight | 6.607 in, 4.15 oz | Maglite |
| Warranty | 10 years | Maglite |
| Colors listed | Black, Red, Silver, Blue, Gray | Maglite |
Price
- $19.99 at Maglite.com, as of 2026-10-03.
- Amazon price: not checked (we do not scrape Amazon). View on Amazon (Affiliate link).
Prices change. Check the retailer before you buy. The Amazon link on this page is for the black version.
What drivers report
TruckersReport, “Flashlights” (Jun 2023) (thread):
- A staff member said he uses both a headlamp and a Maglite, with the headlamp for night pre-trips and when both hands are needed. The thread did not say which Maglite model.
- Another driver said headlamps are great for tanker unloads.
- Another driver named Streamlight as his brand.
- Another said he prefers lithium-cell lights over lights that use 1.5 V batteries.
We found no ratings for this model on Maglite’s page, and we do not use Amazon ratings.
Cons
- Not hands-free. Drivers in the thread favor headlamps for pre-trips and tanker work.
- Modest output. 127 lumens is fine for a close look at tires and lights, not for lighting up a yard.
- AA batteries. Convenient, but a driver in the thread prefers lithium cells over 1.5 V cells.
- IPX4 only. Maglite rates it as splash resistant, not submersible.
- Photo caveat. The photo is a 2015 picture of a gray-finish unit in a presentation case; the Amazon listing we link is black. The light itself is the same model, but we cannot confirm the kit contents match.
Who should skip it
Skip it if you want a rechargeable light, a headlamp, or much more output.
Alternatives
- A headlamp: the TruckersReport staff member above uses one for night pre-trips.
- Streamlight: named by another driver in the thread; we did not research a specific model.
Photo credit
Photo: A.Savin via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized. The unit shown has a gray finish.
How we researched this
We read Maglite’s product page and the TruckersReport thread linked above. We did not log into Amazon or scrape it, did not handle the unit, and did not copy any Amazon or retailer product photos. All checks were done on 2026-10-03.
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