# Deka 8G24FT · Electric wheelchair battery 12V 73.6Ah

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> Deka 8G24FT: 73.6 Ah electric wheelchair battery, 259.1×172.7×209.3 mm, GEL. Equivalent to MK Battery M24 SLD G FT and Long LGK75-12N.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/deka-8g24ft
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Deka
- **Reference**: BOL-DEKA-8G24FT
- **MPN**: 8G24FT
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-06

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Deka |
| Range | DEKA GEL |
| Application | Electric wheelchairs |
| Technology | GEL |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 73.6 Ah |
| Length | 259.1 mm |
| Width | 172.7 mm |
| Height | 209.3 mm |
| Weight | 23.36 kg |

## Quick description

The Deka 8G24FT is an electric wheelchair battery with 12 V and 73.6 Ah, measuring 259.1 × 172.7 × 209.3 mm.

## Description

## Where the Deka 8G24FT fits

The Deka 8G24FT is a deep-cycle battery for electric wheelchairs: sealed, maintenance-free and built to discharge and recharge every day without losing capacity. With 73.6 Ah per battery, the 8G24FT is designed for a full charge every night.
The 8G24FT belongs to the Deka DEKA GEL range. [See all Deka batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/deka-batteries)

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Deka 8G24FT

Other gel batteries with the dimensions and polarity of the 8G24FT: with gel it is best to stay with gel, because the charging profile is different.

| Model | Technology | Capacity | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MK Battery M24 SLD G FT | GEL | 73.6 Ah | 259.1 × 172.7 × 209.3 |
| Long LGK75-12N | GEL | 75 Ah | 260 × 170 × 207 |

## Deka 8G24FT vs 8G34 and 8G22NF

Torn between the 8G24FT and another similar Deka? This is what changes:

| Model | Capacity | Dimensions (mm) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deka 8G24FT (this one) | 73.6 Ah | 259.1 × 172.7 × 209.3 | 23.36 kg |
| Deka 8G34 | 60 Ah | 259.1 × 168.7 × 179.1 | 17.46 kg |
| Deka 8G22NF | 51 Ah | 228.3 × 138.9 × 235.2 | 17.01 kg |

- Deka 8G34: 13.60 Ah less, a different case (259.1 × 168.7 × 179.1 mm).
- Deka 8G22NF: 22.60 Ah less, a different case (228.3 × 138.9 × 235.2 mm).

## Inside the 8G24FT: GEL technology

The 8G24FT is a gel battery: the electrolyte is immobilised in silica gel. The 8G24FT handles repeated deep discharges well, its strong point compared with an AGM.

## Check this before ordering the Deka 8G24FT

- Measure the space: the 8G24FT takes up 259.1 × 172.7 × 209.3 mm.
- Your current battery should say about 73.6 Ah; a little more is also fine.

## Deka 8G24FT codes and part numbers

Look for any of these 8G24FT codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:

| Commercial reference | 8G24FT |
|---|---|
| Not to be confused with | Deka 8G24DT (73.6 Ah) |

## Frequently asked questions about the Deka 8G24FT

### Deka 8G24FT or 8G34?

Compared with the 8G24FT, the Deka 8G34 has 13.60 Ah less. With 73.6 Ah, the 8G24FT runs longer between charges than the 8G34 (60 Ah). Mind the space: the 8G34 measures 259.1 × 168.7 × 179.1 mm.

### How much does the Deka 8G24FT weigh?

The 8G24FT weighs 23.36 kg. For reference, the Deka 8G34 (60 Ah) weighs 17.46 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Deka 8G24FT?

For the 8G24FT, other gel batteries with its size and polarity: MK Battery M24 SLD G FT and Long LGK75-12N.

### Which charger does the Deka 8G24FT need?

A charger with a GEL mode not exceeding 14.1-14.4 V. Charging it with a conventional lead-acid profile damages it through overcharging.

## Other options if you are unsure about the 8G24FT

- [Other electric wheelchair batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/electric-wheelchair-batteries)
- [The whole Deka range](https://bateriasonline.es/en/deka-batteries)
- [MK Battery M24 SLD G FT](https://bateriasonline.es/en/mk-battery-m24-sld-g-ft) · 73.6 Ah, 259.1×172.7×209.3 mm
- [Long LGK75-12N](https://bateriasonline.es/en/long-lgk75-12n) · 75 Ah, 260×170×207 mm

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