Fulton Flashlight MX991/U Right Angle Flashlight Tan N47-5

The Fulton MX991/U Flashlight was made famous as standard issue equipment to US Army soldiers during the Vietnam War. Today, Fulton Industries designates this classic design as the N47 Right Angle Flashlight. These flashlights are still manufactured to the same rigorous standards, ensuring durability and functionality in adverse conditions.

We have sold a ton of these over the years, and customer response has been overwhelmingly positive. These aren't like the made-in-China flashlights that have flooded the market in the last 10 years or so. They aren't reproductions. These are the actual flashlights that are still contracted to the US military by Fulton Industries. They are a piece of battle-tested gear, and they are still made in the USA.

All Fulton N47 MX-991/U flashlights are sourced directly from Fulton Industries and distributed worldwide by BJL Outdoors. Try to find a better USA-made flashlight for the price.

Want to learn more about the history behind the MX-991/U and the modern Fulton N47? Read our complete history of the Fulton MX-991/U right-angle flashlight, from the early military right-angle flashlights of World War II through the Vietnam-era MX-991/U and today's Fulton N47.

This fully waterproof 2 D-Cell right angle flashlight features a PR6 bulb. Meets US Government waterproof standards. Includes spare bulb and holder. Manufactured from heat and corrosion resistant polypropylene and ABS plastic. All right angled flashlights feature a three position black oxide brass switch.

Safety Approved and Made in the USA.

Features

• Compatible with Fulton LED Conversion Kit (sold separately)
• Powered by two D batteries (or two AA batteries with conversion kit)
• PR6 bulb
• Three position black oxide brass switch
• Colored filters
• Spare PR6 bulb in base
• Waterproof, corrosion resistant, heat resistant
• MADE IN USA

Related Fulton Right Angle Flashlights

The Fulton N47 MX-991/U is available in several configurations, including different colors and LED versions. BJL Outdoors also carries the Fulton N44 safety-approved right angle flashlight.

• Fulton N47 MX-991/U Right Angle Flashlight - OD Green
• Fulton N47-3 MX-991/U Right Angle Flashlight - Black
• Fulton N47-5 MX-991/U Right Angle Flashlight - Tan
• Fulton N47 LED MX-991/U Right Angle Flashlight - OD Green
• Fulton N47-3 LED MX-991/U Right Angle Flashlight - Black
• Fulton N47-5 LED MX-991/U Right Angle Flashlight - Tan
• Fulton N44 Safety-Approved Right Angle Flashlight - Black/Yellow

Fulton MX-991/U Right Angle Flashlight Frequently Asked Questions

I found an MX-991/U flashlight made by another manufacturer, is it legit?

The MX-991/U flashlight was made by several companies over its history, including Bright Star, GT Price, and USALite. As of 2026, Fulton Industries is the only manufacturer contracted to the US government to produce the MX-991/U. The MX-991/U lights we stock come from the same manufacturing line as these contracted lights.

So if your light is an older light made by a different manufacturer, it is probably legitimate. If your light is older and is not stamped with a manufacturer name, it may still be a real MX-991/U.

All new manufacture MX-991/U are manufactured by Fulton Industries under the part number N47. So if your light is new but is not stamped with the Fulton name, it is an imported copy.

Does the N47 come with any spare bulbs?

Non-LED models of the N47 include a spare PR6 bulb in the spare bulb holder located in the base of the flashlight. N47-LED and other LED models do not include a spare LED bulb.

Can the Fulton MX-991/U flashlight be upgraded with an LED bulb?

Yes, the Fulton PR-LED bulb is a popular upgrade for all Fulton N47 lights. Add the Fulton PR-LED bulb upgrade for a brighter light, or the Fulton BAT-LED-CS conversion kit for brighter light and less battery weight.

Does the N47 right angle flashlight include any color filters?

OD green models of the N47 light include red, blue, and white lenses, and a clear diffuser. Black and tan models include red and blue lenses.

I found an old MX-991/U flashlight and would like to buy parts, where can I find them?

The Fulton MIL-REPL replacement parts kit contains gaskets, lens filters, and a new bulb to bring those old flashlights back to life.