Fullriver DC38-12 · Boat battery 12V 38Ah 265A
Reference: BOL-FULLRIVER-DC38-12
The Fullriver DC38-12 is a boat battery with 12 V, 38 Ah and 265 A cold cranking current, measuring 198 × 166 × 171 mm.
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 38Ah
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 265A
- Technology
- AGM
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 198 × 166 × 171 mm
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Who the Fullriver DC38-12 is for
The Fullriver DC38-12 is made for marine use. Fit the DC38-12 securely on board and away from bilge water.
The DC38-12 belongs to the Fullriver DC Series range. More Fullriver batteries
Equivalents and alternatives to the Fullriver DC38-12
As the DC38-12 is an AGM battery, we only list other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: neither an EFB nor a conventional battery can replace it.
| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fullriver DC40-12 | AGM | 40 Ah | 275 A | 198 × 166 × 174 |
Fullriver DC38-12 vs DC40-12 and DC50-12B
How the DC38-12 compares with Fullriver batteries of similar size and capacity:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fullriver DC38-12 (this one) | 38 Ah | 265 A | 198 × 166 × 171 | 13.5 kg |
| Fullriver DC40-12 | 40 Ah | 275 A | 198 × 166 × 174 | 13.4 kg |
| Fullriver DC50-12B | 50 Ah | 270 A | 198 × 166 × 171 | 14.9 kg |
- Fullriver DC40-12: 2 Ah more, 10 A more cranking power, a different case (198 × 166 × 174 mm).
- Fullriver DC50-12B: 12 Ah more, 5 A more cranking power, the same dimensions.
What it means that the DC38-12 is AGM
Inside, the DC38-12 has glass fibre separators (AGM) that hold the electrolyte. The DC38-12 needs a charger with an AGM mode that does not exceed 14.7 V.
Check this before ordering the Fullriver DC38-12
- Length, width and height of the DC38-12: 198 × 166 × 171 mm.
- Capacity of the DC38-12: 38 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
- The DC38-12 delivers 265 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
Fullriver DC38-12 codes and part numbers
This is how the Fullriver DC38-12 appears on the label and in parts catalogues:
| Commercial reference | DC38-12 |
|---|---|
| Terminal type | M6 |
| Not to be confused with | Fullriver DC35-12 (35 Ah, 190 A) |
Frequently asked questions about the Fullriver DC38-12
Fullriver DC38-12 or DC40-12?
Compared with the DC38-12, the Fullriver DC40-12 has 2 Ah more and 10 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 275 A or more, choose the DC40-12; if it says 265 A or less, the DC38-12 is enough. Mind the space: the DC40-12 measures 198 × 166 × 174 mm.
How much does the Fullriver DC38-12 weigh?
The DC38-12 weighs 13.5 kg. For reference, the Fullriver DC40-12 (40 Ah) weighs 13.4 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Fullriver DC38-12?
Only other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: Fullriver DC40-12. Neither an EFB nor a conventional battery replaces the DC38-12.
Which charger does the Fullriver DC38-12 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.
More batteries to compare with the DC38-12
- All marine and boat batteries
- More Fullriver models
- Fullriver FT560L · 44 Ah, 560 A, 198×166×180 mm
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