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Ritar RA12-225B · Motorhome battery 12V 238Ah

Reference: BOL-RITAR-RA12-225B

The Ritar RA12-225B is a motorhome battery with 12 V and 238 Ah, measuring 522 × 240 × 240 mm.

The Ritar RA12-225B at a glance

The Ritar RA12-225B is a leisure battery for motorhomes and caravans: it powers fridge, lights, water pump and heating for days without starting the engine. Unlike the starter battery, it takes slow, deep discharges night after night.

The RA12-225B belongs to the Ritar RITAR RA range. The full range of Ritar batteries

Equivalents and alternatives to the Ritar RA12-225B

No other reference in the catalogue fully matches the dimensions and polarity of the RA12-225B; you will find the closest ones among our leisure batteries for motorhomes and caravans.

Ritar RA12-225B vs RA12-240A, EV12-240 and RA12-200A: which one to choose?

How the RA12-225B compares with Ritar batteries of similar size and capacity:

ModelCapacityDimensions (mm)Weight
Ritar RA12-225B (this one)238 Ah522 × 240 × 24063 kg
Ritar RA12-240A254 Ah522 × 240 × 22443.7 kg
Ritar EV12-240240 Ah522 × 240 × 22465 kg
Ritar RA12-200A212 Ah522 × 240 × 22455.5 kg
  • Ritar RA12-240A: 16 Ah more, a different case (522 × 240 × 224 mm).
  • Ritar EV12-240: 2 Ah more, a different height (224 mm instead of 240 mm). It is the option if your battery tray cannot take the 240 mm height of the RA12-225B.
  • Ritar RA12-200A: 26 Ah less, a different case (522 × 240 × 224 mm).

What it means that the RA12-225B is AGM

The RA12-225B is AGM: the electrolyte is absorbed in glass fibre mats, so it is sealed and spill-proof. Being sealed, the RA12-225B can be fitted in the boot or under a seat with no risk of spills.

Check this before ordering the Ritar RA12-225B

  • Measure the space: the RA12-225B takes up 522 × 240 × 240 mm.
  • With 238 Ah, the RA12-225B replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.

Ritar RA12-225B codes and part numbers

Look for any of these RA12-225B codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:

Commercial referenceRA12-225B
Terminal typeM8

Frequently asked questions about the Ritar RA12-225B

Ritar RA12-225B or RA12-240A?

Compared with the RA12-225B, the Ritar RA12-240A has 16 Ah more. With 254 Ah, the RA12-240A runs longer between charges than the RA12-225B (238 Ah). Mind the space: the RA12-240A measures 522 × 240 × 224 mm.

Ritar RA12-225B or EV12-240: what changes?

Mainly the height: the RA12-225B is 240 mm tall and the Ritar EV12-240 224 mm, with the same length and width and 240 Ah against 238 Ah. Before choosing between the RA12-225B and the EV12-240, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.

How much does the Ritar RA12-225B weigh?

The RA12-225B weighs 63 kg. For reference, the Ritar RA12-240A (254 Ah) weighs 43.7 kg.

Which charger does the Ritar RA12-225B need?

A charger with an AGM mode that limits voltage to about 14.4-14.7 V. Never an old unregulated charger: overcharging dries out an AGM beyond repair.

Other options if you are unsure about the RA12-225B

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