12VVolts
240AhAmp-hours at C20
840ACold cranking amps
At a glance: What you are looking at: the Ritar EV12-240, a 240Ah 12V 840A battery for boats and motorhomes. Every figure that decides the fit is in the table below.
Specifications table
MakeRitar
Part numberEV12-240
SeriesRITAR EV
Applicationboats and motorhomes
Volts12V
Amp-hours at C20240Ah
Cold cranking amps840A
TechnologyAGM
Dimensions (L × W × H)522 × 240 × 224 mm
Battery weight65 kg
TerminalsF16(M8)/F10(M8)
Getting the best from the Ritar EV12-240
Narrowboat crews rely on their batteries for days between charges. Take the main leads from opposite corners of the bank so every battery shares the load. Mixing old and new batteries in one bank drags the new ones down.
Same size and layout
Same format, different makers: these alternatives match the Ritar EV12-240 in size and layout.
Ritar RA12-240ARitar RA12-200AFullriver DCG200-12
Ritar EV12-240 for boats and motorhomes
Made for boats and motorhomes, the Ritar EV12-240 powers lights, pumps and fridges far from shore power. Every figure published for the Ritar EV12-240 is on this page for planning the installation on paper. Searching by exact reference keeps a whole bank matched.
240Ah is a generous capacity for boats and motorhomes, handy when there are lots of accessories.
Frequently asked questions
Can one person lift this battery?
It weighs 65 kg. Use the handle if fitted and lift with your legs, not your back.
What cranking current does the Ritar EV12-240 deliver?
The rated cranking current is 840A to the EN standard. This is the key figure for cold weather starting.
Five checks for a perfect fit
- ✓ Cold cranking 840A: compare with your handbook's requirement.
- ✓ Some equipment needs adapters for F16(M8)/F10(M8) terminals.
- ✓ Sticking with AGM avoids surprises, unless your vehicle maker approves a change.
More options
Keep the code EV12-240 handy for next time: it makes reordering at baterias.online quick. Other Ritar models are linked below if you need a different size from the same maker.
About the technology: AGM
Nothing sloshes around in a glass-mat battery, because every drop of acid is held in the separators. Cars with automatic engine stop love AGM, since it copes with constant partial discharge. Replace an AGM battery whose case has bulged.
