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Fullriver HC70 · Electric wheelchair battery 12V 70Ah

Reference: BOL-FULLRIVER-HC70

The Fullriver HC70 is an electric wheelchair battery with 12 V and 70 Ah, measuring 351 × 167 × 179 mm.

The Fullriver HC70 at a glance

The Fullriver HC70 is a deep-cycle battery for electric wheelchairs: sealed, maintenance-free and built to discharge and recharge every day without losing capacity. The HC70 is fitted in pairs: two 12 V batteries in series give the chair's 24 V.

The HC70 belongs to the Fullriver FULLRIVER HC range. See all Fullriver batteries

Inside the HC70: AGM technology

The HC70 is AGM: the electrolyte is absorbed in glass fibre mats, so it is sealed and spill-proof. Being sealed, the HC70 can be fitted in the boot or under a seat with no risk of spills.

Fullriver HC70 vs HC80 and DCG75-12

Torn between the HC70 and another similar Fullriver? This is what changes:

ModelCapacityDimensions (mm)Weight
Fullriver HC70 (this one)70 Ah351 × 167 × 17911.5 kg
Fullriver HC8080 Ah353 × 175 × 19018.5 kg
Fullriver DCG75-1275 Ah353 × 175 × 19024.9 kg
  • Fullriver HC80: 10 Ah more, a different case (353 × 175 × 190 mm).
  • Fullriver DCG75-12: 5 Ah more, a different case (353 × 175 × 190 mm).

Equivalents and alternatives to the Fullriver HC70

As the HC70 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.

ModelTechnologyCapacityDimensions (mm)
Q-Battery 12LC-67AGM67 Ah350 × 167 × 180
Ritar RA12-65BAGM69 Ah350 × 167 × 183

Fullriver HC70 codes and part numbers

Look for any of these HC70 codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:

Commercial referenceHC70
Terminal typeM8
Not to be confused withFullriver HC20 (20 Ah), Fullriver HC30 (30 Ah), Fullriver HC40 (40 Ah)

What to look at before buying the HC70

  • Capacity of the HC70: 70 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
  • The HC70 needs 351 × 167 × 179 mm of space: measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.

Frequently asked questions about the Fullriver HC70

Fullriver HC70 or HC80?

Compared with the HC70, the Fullriver HC80 has 10 Ah more. With 80 Ah, the HC80 runs longer between charges than the HC70 (70 Ah). Mind the space: the HC80 measures 353 × 175 × 190 mm.

How much does the Fullriver HC70 weigh?

The HC70 weighs 11.5 kg. For reference, the Fullriver HC80 (80 Ah) weighs 18.5 kg.

Which battery is equivalent to the Fullriver HC70?

Only other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: Q-Battery 12LC-67 and Ritar RA12-65B. Neither an EFB nor a conventional battery replaces the HC70.

Do I have to replace both batteries at once?

Yes. Wheelchairs fit two batteries in series, and a new one next to a worn one becomes unbalanced and lasts much less.

Other options if you are unsure about the HC70

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