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Optima YTR-5.0 · Motorhome battery 12V 66Ah 845A

Reference: BOL-OPTIMA-YTR-5.0 · EAN 4016987141038

The Optima YTR-5.0 (ETN 837 327 000, also written 837327000) is a motorhome battery with 12 V, 66 Ah and 845 A cold cranking current, measuring 309 × 172 × 219 mm, with the positive terminal on the right.

Where the Optima YTR-5.0 fits

The Optima YTR-5.0 is a leisure battery for motorhomes and caravans: it powers fridge, lights, water pump and heating for days without starting the engine. The YTR-5.0 powers the living area, separate from the vehicle's starter battery.

The YTR-5.0 belongs to the Optima OPTIMA YELLOW TOP range. The full range of Optima batteries

Equivalents and alternatives to the Optima YTR-5.0

We have no other battery with exactly the dimensions and polarity of the YTR-5.0. Browse the rest of our leisure batteries for motorhomes and caravans to compare close options.

Optima YTR-5.0 vs YTS-5.5 and YTR-3.7: differences

Torn between the YTR-5.0 and another similar Optima? This is what changes:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)PositiveWeight
Optima YTR-5.0 (this one)66 Ah845 A309 × 172 × 219right20.6 kg
Optima YTS-5.575 Ah975 A325 × 165 × 238–27.9 kg
Optima YTR-3.748 Ah660 A237 × 172 × 197right17.6 kg
  • Optima YTS-5.5: 9 Ah more, 130 A more cranking power, a different case (325 × 165 × 238 mm).
  • Optima YTR-3.7: 18 Ah less, 185 A less cranking power, a different case (237 × 172 × 197 mm).

What it means that the YTR-5.0 is spiral AGM

The YTR-5.0 is a spiral-cell AGM battery. Perfect for 4x4s, marine use and vehicles with lots of electronics.

What to look at before buying the YTR-5.0

  • The YTR-5.0 needs 309 × 172 × 219 mm of space: measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.
  • Polarity of the YTR-5.0: positive terminal on the right (if yours has it on the other side, the cables will not reach).
  • With 66 Ah, the YTR-5.0 replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.
  • The YTR-5.0 delivers 845 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.

Part numbers and codes for the Optima YTR-5.0

Look for any of these YTR-5.0 codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:

Commercial referenceYTR-5.0
ETN code837327000 (also 837 327 000)
EAN4016987141038
Case size according to OptimaD27F (BCI)
Base hold-downB00
Also known asOptima 837327000 · Optima 837 327 000 · D27F

Frequently asked questions about the Optima YTR-5.0

YTR-5.0 or YTS-5.5: which one suits me?

Compared with the YTR-5.0, the Optima YTS-5.5 has 9 Ah more and 130 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 975 A or more, choose the YTS-5.5; if it says 845 A or less, the YTR-5.0 is enough. Mind the space: the YTS-5.5 measures 325 × 165 × 238 mm.

What is the ETN code of the Optima YTR-5.0?

837327000, also written 837 327 000. The ETN (European Type Number) is printed on the label and used in parts catalogues.

How much does the Optima YTR-5.0 weigh?

20.6 kg, with 66 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Optima YTS-5.5 (75 Ah) weighs 27.9 kg.

Which side is the positive terminal on the Optima YTR-5.0?

On the YTR-5.0, 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.

How many days of autonomy does the Optima YTR-5.0 give in a motorhome?

It depends on consumption. With 66 Ah and LED lights, pump and a gas fridge, 2 or 3 days without recharging is normal; with an electric fridge, much less.

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