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Exide EU260-6 · Boat battery 6V 260Ah 1,300A

Reference: BOL-EXIDE-EU260-6 · EAN 3661024036115

Exide EU260-6: boat battery with 6 V, 260 Ah and 1,300 A cold cranking current, measuring 345 × 172 × 286 mm, with the positive terminal on the right.

The Exide EU260-6 at a glance

The Exide EU260-6 is a battery for boats: engine starting or on-board service, depending on its design, with resistance to damp and hull vibration. Fit the EU260-6 securely on board and away from bilge water.

The EU260-6 belongs to the Exide EXIDE MARINA VINTAGE range. See all Exide batteries

Inside the EU260-6: lead-acid technology

The EU260-6 is a conventional lead-acid battery, with plates immersed in liquid electrolyte. Avoid leaving them discharged, as they sulphate, and charge them with a charger that cuts off or switches to maintenance when finished.

Exide EU260-6 vs EU200-6

What sets the EU260-6 apart from its neighbours in the Exide range:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)PositiveWeight
Exide EU260-6 (this one)260 Ah1,300 A345 × 172 × 286right39.1 kg
Exide EU200-6200 Ah1,150 A398 × 174 × 234right27.8 kg
  • Exide EU200-6: 60 Ah less, 150 A less cranking power, a different case (398 × 174 × 234 mm).

Equivalents and alternatives to the Exide EU260-6

We have no other battery with exactly the dimensions and polarity of the EU260-6. Browse the rest of our marine and boat batteries to compare close options.

Part numbers and codes for the Exide EU260-6

The EU260-6 is listed under these codes on labels, in garages and in catalogues:

Commercial referenceEU260-6
EAN3661024036115
Not to be confused withExide EU200-6 (200 Ah, 1,150 A)

Check this before ordering the Exide EU260-6

  • The EU260-6 delivers 1,300 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
  • Your current battery should say about 260 Ah; a little more is also fine.
  • The EU260-6 has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
  • The EU260-6 needs 345 × 172 × 286 mm of space: measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.

Frequently asked questions about the Exide EU260-6

EU260-6 or EU200-6: which one suits me?

Compared with the EU260-6, the Exide EU200-6 has 60 Ah less and 150 A less cranking power. The EU260-6 cranks harder; the EU200-6 is only a good option if your original battery says 1,150 A or less. Mind the space: the EU200-6 measures 398 × 174 × 234 mm.

How much does the Exide EU260-6 weigh?

39.1 kg, with 260 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Exide EU200-6 (200 Ah) weighs 27.8 kg.

Which side is the positive terminal on the Exide EU260-6?

On the EU260-6, the positive terminal is on the right with the terminals facing you: compare it with your current battery, because with reversed polarity the cables will not reach.

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