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Trojan L16E-AC · Traction battery 6V 370Ah

Reference: BOL-TROJAN-L16E-AC · EAN 8404653001636

Trojan L16E-AC: traction battery with 6 V and 370 Ah, measuring 308 × 174 × 417 mm.

Where the Trojan L16E-AC fits

The Trojan L16E-AC is a traction battery for electric work vehicles: designed for long daily discharges, with the ruggedness industrial use demands. It is installed in banks at the machine voltage and needs a charger with the right profile.

The L16E-AC belongs to the Trojan TROJAN deep cycle - T2 Technology range. The full range of Trojan batteries

Equivalents and alternatives to the Trojan L16E-AC

We have no other battery with exactly the dimensions and polarity of the L16E-AC. Browse the rest of our traction batteries to compare close options.

Trojan L16E-AC vs L16HG-AC, J305HG-AC and L16P-AC

The real differences between the L16E-AC and the closest Trojan models:

ModelCapacityDimensions (mm)Weight
Trojan L16E-AC (this one)370 Ah308 × 174 × 41745 kg
Trojan L16HG-AC435 Ah308 × 174 × 41757 kg
Trojan J305HG-AC360 Ah309 × 174 × 36645 kg
Trojan L16P-AC420 Ah296 × 176 × 42552 kg
  • Trojan L16HG-AC: 65 Ah more, the same dimensions.
  • Trojan J305HG-AC: 10 Ah less, a different height (366 mm instead of 417 mm). It is the option if your battery tray cannot take the 417 mm height of the L16E-AC.
  • Trojan L16P-AC: 50 Ah more, a different case (296 × 176 × 425 mm).

What it means that the L16E-AC is lead-acid

The L16E-AC is a conventional lead-acid battery, with plates immersed in liquid electrolyte. In cars without energy management, the L16E-AC needs no special registration: just connect it.

What to look at before buying the L16E-AC

  • The L16E-AC needs 308 × 174 × 417 mm of space: measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.
  • Your current battery should say about 370 Ah; a little more is also fine.

Part numbers and codes for the Trojan L16E-AC

Look for any of these L16E-AC codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:

Commercial referenceL16E-AC
EAN8404653001636
Not to be confused withTrojan L16G-AC (390 Ah), Trojan L16H-AC (435 Ah), Trojan L16P-AC (420 Ah)

Frequently asked questions about the Trojan L16E-AC

L16E-AC or L16HG-AC: which one suits me?

Compared with the L16E-AC, the Trojan L16HG-AC has 65 Ah more. With 435 Ah, the L16HG-AC runs longer between charges than the L16E-AC (370 Ah). Both measure 308 × 174 × 417 mm, so they fit the same tray.

Trojan L16E-AC or J305HG-AC: what changes?

Mainly the height: the L16E-AC is 417 mm tall and the Trojan J305HG-AC 366 mm, with the same length and width and 360 Ah against 370 Ah. Before choosing between the L16E-AC and the J305HG-AC, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.

How much does the Trojan L16E-AC weigh?

45 kg, with 370 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Trojan L16HG-AC (435 Ah) weighs 57 kg.

What is the difference between a traction battery and a starter battery?

A traction battery delivers energy for hours and is fully recharged every day; a starter battery gives a brief current peak. Using them the wrong way round destroys them in months.

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