Exide EG1203 · 120Ah 12V 680A · heavy-duty starter for lorries and tractors

Quick answer: Short version: Exide EG1203, made for trucks and farm machinery, with a rating of 120Ah 12V 680A. Every figure that decides the fit is in the table below.

Exide EG1203 data sheet

Fitting and everyday care

Tail lifts on delivery lorries pull heavy current dozens of times a day. Lift heavy batteries with a proper strap, not by the posts. Repeated jump starts from the yard tractor are a sure sign the battery is finished.

Same case, same terminal side

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Exide EG1203 for trucks and farm machinery

Built to crank trucks and farm machinery on cold mornings, the Exide EG1203 carries a heavy load. Cradle size, post type and cranking amps decide the fit, and all three are listed below. Batteries online for commercial vehicles are easiest to order by exact code.

120Ah suits engines with modest electrical demands.

Frequently asked questions

Will the Exide EG1203 fit?

• ✓ Tape measure time: 513 × 189 × 223 mm is the footprint and height of this case. Leave a little clearance for the clamp and the cable lugs.
• ✓ With 120Ah of capacity, hold it up to the figure on the outgoing unit or in your equipment manual.
• ✓ Cold cranking current reaches 680A. It ought to equal the carmaker's requirement at minimum, more so for diesels in cold winters.

See also

Got the old battery's label in front of you? Compare it once more, then order online at baterias.online. Keep the radio code handy before disconnecting the old battery.

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