# Fulmen FA612 · Car battery 12V 61Ah 600A ![Fulmen FA612 · Car battery 12V 61Ah 600A](https://bateriasonline.es/2859-home_default/fulmen-fa612.jpg) > Fulmen FA612: 61 Ah car battery, 600 A (EN), 242×175×175 mm, positive terminal on the right, LB2 case. Equivalent to Exide EA612 and Exide EB602. **Category:** [Car batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-batteries) → [Fulmen](https://bateriasonline.es/en/fulmen-batteries) - **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/fulmen-fa612 - **Language**: en - **Brand**: Fulmen - **Reference**: BOL-FULMEN-FA612 - **EAN**: 3661024044271 - **MPN**: FA612 - **Last updated**: 2026-11-07 ## Technical specifications | Feature | Value | |---|---| | Brand | Fulmen | | Range | FULMEN Formula Xtreme | | Application | Cars | | Technology | Lead-acid | | Voltage | 12 V | | Capacity | 61 Ah | | Cold cranking amps (EN) | 600 A | | Length | 242 mm | | Width | 175 mm | | Height | 175 mm | | Weight | 14 kg | | Polarity | Positive terminal on the right | | Case size | LB2 (242 × 175 × 175 mm) | ## Quick description The Fulmen FA612 is a car battery with 12 V, 61 Ah and 600 A cold cranking current, case size LB2 (242 × 175 × 175 mm), with the positive terminal on the right. ## Description ## Who the Fulmen FA612 is for The Fulmen FA612 is made for petrol and diesel cars without automatic engine stop. Its job is to start the engine in the cold with margin to spare and keep the car's electronics powered. At 61 Ah it is the usual size for compact diesels and mid-size petrol saloons. The FA612 belongs to the Fulmen FULMEN Formula Xtreme range. [More Fulmen batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/fulmen-batteries) ## Part numbers and codes for the Fulmen FA612 This is how the Fulmen FA612 appears on the label and in parts catalogues: | Commercial reference | FA612 | |---|---| | EAN | 3661024044271 | | Case size (EN) | LB2 | ## Fulmen FA612 vs FB602, FL600 and FA640 Torn between the FA612 and another similar Fulmen? This is what changes: | Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | Fulmen FA612 (this one) | 61 Ah | 600 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 14 kg | | Fulmen FB602 | 60 Ah | 540 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 12.9 kg | | Fulmen FL600 | 60 Ah | 640 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | right | 17 kg | | Fulmen FA640 | 64 Ah | 640 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | right | 14.9 kg | | Fulmen FC542 | 54 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 12.9 kg | - Fulmen FB602: 1 Ah less, 60 A less cranking power, the same LB2 case. - Fulmen FL600: 1 Ah less, 40 A more cranking power, a different height (190 mm instead of 175 mm, L2), EFB technology. It only fits if there is room for 190 mm of height. - Fulmen FA640: 3 Ah more, 40 A more cranking power, a different height (190 mm instead of 175 mm, L2). It only fits if there is room for 190 mm of height. - Fulmen FC542: 7 Ah less, 100 A less cranking power, the same LB2 case. ## Equivalents and alternatives to the Fulmen FA612 Batteries that fit the FA612's tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the FA612. | Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | |---|---|---|---|---| | Exide EA612 | Lead-acid | 61 Ah | 600 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | | Varta D21 | Lead-acid | 61 Ah | 600 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | | Kronobat MS-61.0 | Lead-acid | 61 Ah | 600 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | | Tudor TA612 | Lead-acid | 61 Ah | 600 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | | Deta DA612 | Lead-acid | 61 Ah | 600 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | | Exide EB602 | Lead-acid | 60 Ah | 540 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | ## What it means that the FA612 is lead-acid Inside, the FA612 is classic lead-acid: liquid electrolyte and lead plates. If the FA612 is left discharged for weeks it sulphates: a maintenance charger prevents this. ## What to look at before buying the FA612 - If your car has Start-Stop, the FA612 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM. - Cold cranking: 600 A (EN), equal to or higher than the original. - With 61 Ah, the FA612 replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less. - The FA612 has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery. - Length, width and height of the FA612: 242 × 175 × 175 mm (European case size LB2). ## Frequently asked questions about the Fulmen FA612 ### FA612 or FB602: which one suits me? Compared with the FA612, the Fulmen FB602 has 1 Ah less and 60 A less cranking power. The FA612 cranks harder; the FB602 is only a good option if your original battery says 540 A or less. Both measure 242 × 175 × 175 mm, so they fit the same tray. ### Fulmen FA612 or FL600/FA640: what changes? Mainly the height: the FA612 is 175 mm tall (LB2) and the Fulmen FL600 190 mm (L2), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the FL600 offers 60 Ah and 640 A against 61 Ah and 600 A. The Fulmen FA640 is 190 mm tall, with 64 Ah and 640 A. Before choosing between the FA612 and the FL600, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed. ### Can the Fulmen FA612 be used in a car with Start-Stop? No. The FA612 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM; in this same size there is the Fulmen FL600. ### How much does the Fulmen FA612 weigh? 14 kg, with 61 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Fulmen FB602 (60 Ah) weighs 12.9 kg. ### Which battery is equivalent to the Fulmen FA612? With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Exide EA612, Varta D21 and Kronobat MS-61.0. As the FA612 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works. ### What case size is the Fulmen FA612? Case size LB2: 242 × 175 × 175 mm. The FA612 fits any standard LB2 battery tray such as the Exide EA612. ### Which side is the positive terminal on the Fulmen FA612? On the FA612, 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. ## Other options if you are unsure about the FA612 - [Other car batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-batteries) - [The whole Fulmen range](https://bateriasonline.es/en/fulmen-batteries) - [Tudor TB602](https://bateriasonline.es/en/tudor-tb602) · 60 Ah, 540 A, 242×175×175 mm --- *bateriasonline.es — Batteries and accessories · 2026-11-10*