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Fulmen FC550 · Car battery 12V 55Ah 460A
Reference: BOL-FULMEN-FC550 · EAN 3661024044806
Fulmen FC550: car battery with 12 V, 55 Ah and 460 A cold cranking current, case size L2 (242 × 175 × 190 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.
Fulmen FC550 · Car battery 12V 55Ah 460A images
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 55Ah
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 460A
- Technology
- Lead-acid
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 242 × 175 × 190 mm
- Polarity
- Positive terminal on the right
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The Fulmen FC550 at a glance
The Fulmen FC550 is a starter battery for cars without Start-Stop: it delivers the current the starter motor needs and then powers lights, control units and audio with the engine off. Its job is to start the engine in the cold with margin to spare and keep the car's electronics powered.
At 55 Ah it covers petrol compacts and small diesels, the best-selling format in Europe. The FC550 belongs to the Fulmen FULMEN Standard range. More Fulmen batteries
Fulmen FC550 vs FB620, FC542 and FK600: which one to choose?
What sets the FC550 apart from its neighbours in the Fulmen range:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulmen FC550 (this one) | 55 Ah | 460 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | right | 13.3 kg |
| Fulmen FB620 | 62 Ah | 540 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | right | 13.9 kg |
| Fulmen FC542 | 54 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 12.9 kg |
| Fulmen FK600 | 60 Ah | 680 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | right | 17.9 kg |
- Fulmen FB620: 7 Ah more, 80 A more cranking power, the same L2 case.
- Fulmen FC542: 1 Ah less, 40 A more cranking power, a different height (175 mm instead of 190 mm, LB2). It is the option if your battery tray cannot take the 190 mm height of the FC550.
- Fulmen FK600: 5 Ah more, 220 A more cranking power, the same L2 case, AGM technology.
Fulmen FC550 codes and part numbers
Look for any of these FC550 codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:
| Commercial reference | FC550 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 3661024044806 |
| Case size (EN) | L2 |
| Not to be confused with | Fulmen FL550 (55 Ah, 540 A) |
Equivalents and alternatives to the Fulmen FC550
Same dimensions and polarity as the FC550, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the FC550 can also be replaced by an EFB or AGM of the same size if you want more cycles.
| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide EC550 | Lead-acid | 55 Ah | 460 A | 242 × 175 × 190 |
| Tudor TC550 | Lead-acid | 55 Ah | 460 A | 242 × 175 × 190 |
| Deta DC550 | Lead-acid | 55 Ah | 460 A | 242 × 175 × 190 |
| Varta C14 | Lead-acid | 56 Ah | 480 A | 242 × 175 × 190 |
| Kronobat SD-56.0 | Lead-acid | 56 Ah | 480 A | 242 × 175 × 190 |
What to look at before buying the FC550
- Length, width and height of the FC550: 242 × 175 × 190 mm (European case size L2).
- With the terminals facing you, the positive terminal of the FC550 is on the right.
- With 55 Ah, the FC550 replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.
- The FC550 delivers 460 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
- If your car has Start-Stop, the FC550 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.
What it means that the FC550 is lead-acid
The FC550 is a conventional lead-acid battery, with plates immersed in liquid electrolyte. In cars without energy management, the FC550 needs no special registration: just connect it.
Frequently asked questions about the Fulmen FC550
Fulmen FC550 or FB620?
Compared with the FC550, the Fulmen FB620 has 7 Ah more and 80 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 540 A or more, choose the FB620; if it says 460 A or less, the FC550 is enough. Both measure 242 × 175 × 190 mm, so they fit the same tray.
Fulmen FC550 or FC542: what changes?
Mainly the height: the FC550 is 190 mm tall (L2) and the Fulmen FC542 175 mm (LB2), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the FC542 offers 54 Ah and 500 A against 55 Ah and 460 A. Before choosing between the FC550 and the FC542, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.
Can the Fulmen FC550 be used in a car with Start-Stop?
No. The FC550 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 FK600.
How much does the Fulmen FC550 weigh?
The FC550 weighs 13.3 kg. For reference, the Fulmen FB620 (62 Ah) weighs 13.9 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Fulmen FC550?
With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Exide EC550, Tudor TC550 and Deta DC550. As the FC550 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.
What case size is the Fulmen FC550?
Case size L2: 242 × 175 × 190 mm. The FC550 fits any standard L2 battery tray such as the Exide EC550.
Which side is the positive terminal on the Fulmen FC550?
The FC550 has the positive terminal on the right, looking at the battery from its long side with the terminals closest to you.
Other options if you are unsure about the FC550
- Other car batteries
- Full Fulmen catalogue
- Exide EC550 · 55 Ah, 460 A, 242×175×190 mm
- Tudor TC550 · 55 Ah, 460 A, 242×175×190 mm
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