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Fullriver DC260-12 · Boat battery 12V 260Ah

Reference: BOL-FULLRIVER-DC260-12

The Fullriver DC260-12 is a boat battery with 12 V and 260 Ah, measuring 521 × 269 × 224 mm.

The Fullriver DC260-12 at a glance

The Fullriver DC260-12 is a battery for boats: engine starting or on-board service, depending on its design, with resistance to damp and hull vibration. With 260 Ah, the DC260-12 suits boats that had a battery of that capacity.

The DC260-12 belongs to the Fullriver DC Series range. More Fullriver batteries

Equivalents and alternatives to the Fullriver DC260-12

No other reference in the catalogue fully matches the dimensions and polarity of the DC260-12; you will find the closest ones among our marine and boat batteries.

Fullriver DC260-12 vs DC240-12, FFD260-12LT and FFD260-12APW: which one to choose?

How the DC260-12 compares with Fullriver batteries of similar size and capacity:

ModelCapacityDimensions (mm)Weight
Fullriver DC260-12 (this one)260 Ah521 × 269 × 22478.2 kg
Fullriver DC240-12240 Ah520 × 269 × 20873.5 kg
Fullriver FFD260-12LT260 Ah521 × 269 × 24573.1 kg
Fullriver FFD260-12APW260 Ah521 × 269 × 24573.1 kg
Fullriver DC220-12220 Ah522 × 242 × 22265.5 kg
  • Fullriver DC240-12: 20 Ah less, a different case (520 × 269 × 208 mm).
  • Fullriver FFD260-12LT: the same capacity, a different height (245 mm instead of 224 mm). It only fits if there is room for 245 mm of height.
  • Fullriver FFD260-12APW: the same capacity, a different height (245 mm instead of 224 mm). It only fits if there is room for 245 mm of height.
  • Fullriver DC220-12: 40 Ah less, a different case (522 × 242 × 222 mm).

Inside the DC260-12: AGM technology

The DC260-12 is AGM: the electrolyte is absorbed in glass fibre mats, so it is sealed and spill-proof. It withstands many more cycles than a conventional lead battery, at the cost of being more sensitive to overcharging.

Before ordering the DC260-12, check this

  • The DC260-12 needs 521 × 269 × 224 mm of space: measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.
  • Your current battery should say about 260 Ah; a little more is also fine.

Fullriver DC260-12 codes and part numbers

The DC260-12 is listed under these codes on labels, in garages and in catalogues:

Commercial referenceDC260-12
Terminal typeM8
Not to be confused withFullriver DC160-12 (160 Ah, 910 A), Fullriver DC20-12 (20 Ah, 135 A), Fullriver DC210-12 (210 Ah)

Frequently asked questions about the Fullriver DC260-12

Fullriver DC260-12 or DC240-12?

Compared with the DC260-12, the Fullriver DC240-12 has 20 Ah less. With 260 Ah, the DC260-12 runs longer between charges than the DC240-12 (240 Ah). Mind the space: the DC240-12 measures 520 × 269 × 208 mm.

Fullriver DC260-12 or FFD260-12LT/FFD260-12APW: what changes?

Mainly the height: the DC260-12 is 224 mm tall and the Fullriver FFD260-12LT 245 mm, with the same length and width and 260 Ah against 260 Ah. The Fullriver FFD260-12APW is 245 mm tall, with 260 Ah and 1,550 A. Before choosing between the DC260-12 and the FFD260-12LT, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.

How much does the Fullriver DC260-12 weigh?

The DC260-12 weighs 78.2 kg. For reference, the Fullriver DC240-12 (240 Ah) weighs 73.5 kg.

Which charger does the Fullriver DC260-12 need?

A charger with an AGM mode that limits voltage to about 14.4-14.7 V. Never an old unregulated charger: overcharging dries out an AGM beyond repair.

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