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Fullriver FT230 · Boat battery 12V 20Ah 230A

Reference: BOL-FULLRIVER-FT230

The Fullriver FT230 is a boat battery with 12 V, 20 Ah and 230 A cold cranking current, measuring 181 × 77 × 167 mm.

Who the Fullriver FT230 is for

The Fullriver FT230 is made for marine use. Fit the FT230 securely on board and away from bilge water.

The FT230 belongs to the Fullriver Full Throttle Series range. More Fullriver batteries

AGM technology in the FT230

Inside, the FT230 has glass fibre separators (AGM) that hold the electrolyte. It is fitted in cars with advanced Start-Stop and in deep-cycle equipment.

Fullriver FT230 vs DC20-12 and FT230D: which one to choose?

Torn between the FT230 and another similar Fullriver? This is what changes:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)Weight
Fullriver FT230 (this one)20 Ah230 A181 × 77 × 1677 kg
Fullriver DC20-1220 Ah135 A181 × 77 × 1676.44 kg
Fullriver FT230D22 Ah180 A181 × 77 × 1676 kg
  • Fullriver DC20-12: the same capacity, 95 A less cranking power, the same dimensions.
  • Fullriver FT230D: 2 Ah more, 50 A less cranking power, the same dimensions.

Equivalents and alternatives to the Fullriver FT230

Other AGM batteries that fit the FT230's tray with the same polarity: an AGM can only be replaced by another AGM.

ModelTechnologyCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)
Fullriver FT230LAGM20 Ah230 A181 × 77 × 167

Part numbers and codes for the Fullriver FT230

Shops, garages and catalogues identify the FT230 with these codes:

Commercial referenceFT230
Terminal typeM6
Not to be confused withFullriver FT200 (14 Ah, 200 A), Fullriver FT230D (22 Ah, 180 A)

What to look at before buying the FT230

  • Cold cranking: 230 A (EN), equal to or higher than the original.
  • Capacity of the FT230: 20 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
  • The FT230 needs 181 × 77 × 167 mm of space: measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.

Frequently asked questions about the Fullriver FT230

FT230 or DC20-12: which one suits me?

Compared with the FT230, the Fullriver DC20-12 has 95 A less cranking power. The FT230 cranks harder; the DC20-12 is only a good option if your original battery says 135 A or less. Both measure 181 × 77 × 167 mm, so they fit the same tray.

How much does the Fullriver FT230 weigh?

7 kg, with 20 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Fullriver DC20-12 (20 Ah) weighs 6.44 kg.

Which battery is equivalent to the Fullriver FT230?

Only other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: Fullriver FT230L. Neither an EFB nor a conventional battery replaces the FT230.

How do I look after the boat battery in winter?

Leave it 100% charged, disconnected or on a marine maintenance charger. A battery that spends the winter half-discharged loses capacity permanently.

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