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Ritar RA12-70S · Electric wheelchair battery 12V 74Ah

Reference: BOL-RITAR-RA12-70S

The Ritar RA12-70S is an electric wheelchair battery with 12 V and 74 Ah, measuring 260 × 169 × 235 mm.

Who the Ritar RA12-70S is for

The Ritar RA12-70S is a deep-cycle battery for electric wheelchairs: sealed, maintenance-free and built to discharge and recharge every day without losing capacity. With 74 Ah per battery, the RA12-70S is designed for a full charge every night.

The RA12-70S belongs to the Ritar RITAR RA range. The full range of Ritar batteries

Inside the RA12-70S: AGM technology

The RA12-70S is AGM: the electrolyte is absorbed in glass fibre mats, so it is sealed and spill-proof. Being sealed, the RA12-70S can be fitted in the boot or under a seat with no risk of spills.

Ritar RA12-70S vs RA12-60 and RA12-80S

How the RA12-70S compares with Ritar batteries of similar size and capacity:

ModelCapacityDimensions (mm)Weight
Ritar RA12-70S (this one)74 Ah260 × 169 × 23521.5 kg
Ritar RA12-6063 Ah260 × 169 × 23518.5 kg
Ritar RA12-80S85 Ah260 × 169 × 23522 kg
  • Ritar RA12-60: 11 Ah less, the same dimensions.
  • Ritar RA12-80S: 11 Ah more, the same dimensions.

Equivalents and alternatives to the Ritar RA12-70S

We have no other battery with exactly the dimensions and polarity of the RA12-70S. Browse the rest of our electric wheelchair batteries to compare close options.

Part numbers and codes for the Ritar RA12-70S

Look for any of these RA12-70S codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:

Commercial referenceRA12-70S
Terminal typeM6
Not to be confused withRitar RA12-80S (85 Ah)

Check this before ordering the Ritar RA12-70S

  • Capacity of the RA12-70S: 74 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
  • Length, width and height of the RA12-70S: 260 × 169 × 235 mm.

Frequently asked questions about the Ritar RA12-70S

RA12-70S or RA12-60: which one suits me?

Compared with the RA12-70S, the Ritar RA12-60 has 11 Ah less. With 74 Ah, the RA12-70S runs longer between charges than the RA12-60 (63 Ah). Both measure 260 × 169 × 235 mm, so they fit the same tray.

How much does the Ritar RA12-70S weigh?

21.5 kg, with 74 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Ritar RA12-60 (63 Ah) weighs 18.5 kg.

Which charger does the Ritar RA12-70S 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 RA12-70S

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