PRODUCT INFORMATION 2017 BATTERIES Contents Battery Specification Chart...P-2 P-4 BCI/DIN/EN Reference Chart...P-5 Group Size Dimensions...P-6 Product Features... P-7 P-12 Glossary...P-13 P-14 Battery Terminal Position and Cell Layouts... P-15
The Motorcraft Battery Product Line Complete Attention To Customer Satisfaction and World Class Efficiency! Motorcraft batteries cover automotive, commercial, industrial and specialty applications. 100-month limited pro rata/36-month FREE replacement on Tested Tough MAX (BXT) batteries. 84-month limited pro rata/18-month FREE replacement on Motorcraft Tested Tough Plus Series (BXL) batteries. Ask your Motorcraft Retailer for details. BCI/ DIN Motorcraft Part Number Battery Specification Chart Cold Cranking AMPS (At 0 F) Reserve Capacity (Minutes) Maximum Dimensions Inches (mm) Approx. Weight (Wet) Length Width Height LBS. (KG) TESTED TOUGH MAX 12-Volt Post Terminals 24 BXT-24-A 700 130 10.94 (278) 6.85 (174) 8.70 (221) 42 (19.1) 24F BXT-24F-A 700 130 10.94 (278) 6.85 (174) 8.70 (221) 42 (19.1) 27 BXT-27-B 810 140 12.72 (323) 6.85 (174) 8.70 (221) 50 (22.5) 27F BXT-27F-A 710 165 12.72 (323) 6.85 (174) 8.70 (221) 42 (19.1) 29H BXT-29H 660 160 12.99 (330) 6.77 (172) 9.29 (236) 54 (24.5) 34 BXT-34-A 685 120 10.94 (278) 6.89 (175) 7.80 (198) 37 (16.8) 35 BXT-35 550 100 8.98 (228) 6.85 (174) 8.82 (224) 37 (16.8) 36R BXT-36R 650 130 10.24 (260) 7.17 (182) 7.80 (198) 39 (17.8) 40R BXT-40R 590 105 10.91 (277) 6.85 (174) 6.89 (175) 37 (16.8) 47/H5 BXT-47H5 650 100 9.53 (242) 6.89 (175) 7.48 (190) 33 (14.9) 48/H6 BXT-48H6-610 610 110 10.94 (278) 6.89 (175) 7.48 (190) 38 (17.6) 48 BAGM-48H6-760 760 120 11.34 (288) 6.89 (175) 6.89 (175) 47 (21.1) 49/H8 BXT-49H8 900 150 13.94 (354) 6.89 (175) 7.48 (190) 48 (21.8) 50 BXT-50 600 108 13.15 (334) 5.28 (134) 10.00 (254) 46 (20.9) 51R BXT-51R 500 85 9.38 (238) 5.06 (129) 8.82 (224) 27 (12.2) 56 BXT-56-A 590 95 10.20 (259) 6.02 (153) 8.31 (211) 33 (15.0) 58 BXT-58-A 550 80 10.04 (255) 7.20 (183) 6.85 (174) 29 (13.2) 58R BXT-58R-A 610 100 10.04 (255) 7.20 (183) 6.85 (174) 31 (14.1) 59 BXT-59 540 100 10.04 (255) 7.48 (190) 7.64 (194) 34 (15.5) 65 BXT-65-650 650 130 12.05 (306) 7.48 (190) 7.64 (194) 42 (19.1) 65 BXT-65-750 750 140 12.05 (306) 7.48 (190) 7.64 (194) 45 (20.6) 65 BXT-65-850 850 150 12.05 (306) 7.48 (190) 7.64 (194) 46 (20.9) 66 BXT-66-750 750 140 12.05 (306) 7.44 (189) 7.64 (194) 45 (20.6) 67R BXT-67R 390 65 8.27 (210) 6.89 (175) 6.89 (175) 28 (12.7) 90 BXT-90T5-590 590 90 9.53 (242) 6.89 (175) 6.89 (175) 32 (14.5) 90 BXT-90T5-500 500 85 9.53 (242) 6.89 (175) 6.89 (175) 30 (13.7) 94R/H7 BXT-94RH7-730 730 140 12.40 (315) 6.89 (175) 7.48 (190) 45 (20.5) 94R/H7 BAGM-94RH7-800 800 140 12.40 (315) 6.89 (175) 7.48 (190) 50 (22.9) 96R BXT-96R-500 500 85 8.98 (228) 6.85 (174) 6.89 (175) 30 (13.7) 96R BXT-96R-590 590 90 8.98 (228) 6.85 (174) 6.89 (175) 32 (14.5) NOTE: Battery specifications are subject to change without notice. P-2
BCI/ DIN Motorcraft Part Number Battery Specification Chart Cont'd Cold Cranking AMPS (At 0 F) Reserve Capacity (Minutes) Maximum Dimensions Inches (mm) Approx. Weight (Wet) Length Width Height LBS. (KG) TESTED TOUGH MAX Cont'd 12-Volt Side Terminals 99R BXT-99RT4-A 470 65 8.27 (210) 6.89 (175) 6.89 (175) 30 (13.6) 124R BXT-124R 700 120 10.31 (262) 6.97 (177) 8.58 (218) 39 (17.7) 75 BXT-75-A 700 95 9.69 (246) 7.64 (194) 7.20 (183) 32 (14.6) 78 BXT-78 800 110 10.94 (278) 7.64 (194) 7.44 (189) 38 (17.0) 79 BXT-79 840 140 12.09 (307) 7.05 (179) 7.40 (188) 43 (19.5) 12-Volt Dual Terminals 7586DT BXT-7586 700 100 9.69 (246) 7.24 (184) 8.98 (228) 34 (15.5) 3478DT BXT-3478 800 115 10.98 (279) 7.24 (184) 8.98 (228) 39 (17.6) TESTED TOUGH PLUS 12-Volt Post Terminals 24 BXL-24-A 600 110 10.94 (278) 6.85 (174) 8.70 (221) 40 (18.1) 24F BXL-24F-A 600 110 10.94 (278) 6.85 (174) 8.70 (221) 40 (18.1) 25 BXL-25 640 100 9.06 (230) 6.89 (175) 8.86 (225) 38 (17.2) 26 BXL-26 525 81 8.70 (221) 6.77 (172) 7.80 (198) 30 (13.6) 26R BXL-26R-B 540 81 8.70 (221) 6.77 (172) 7.80 (198) 30 (13.6) 29NF BXL-29NF 420 77 13.23 (336) 5.54 (141) 8.98 (228) 38 (17.3) 34 BXL-34 685 120 10.94 (278) 6.89 (175) 7.80 (198) 37 (16.8) 35 BXL-35-A 500 80 8.98 (228) 6.85 (174) 8.82 (224) 34 (15.5) 36R BXL-36R 650 130 10.25 (260) 7.18 (182) 7.80 (198) 39 (17.7) 40R BXL-40R 650 120 10.91 (277) 6.85 (174) 6.89 (175) 36 (16.5) 51 BXL-51 410 70 9.37 (238) 5.06 (129) 8.82 (224) 27 (12.2) 56 BXL-56-A 500 90 10.20 (259) 6.02 (153) 8.31 (211) 33 (15.0) 58R BXL-58R-B 610 100 10.04 (255) 7.20 (183) 6.85 (174) 33 (15.0) 59 BXL-59 540 100 10.04 (255) 7.48 (190) 7.63 (194) 34 (15.5) 65 BXL-65 675 130 12.05 (306) 7.48 (190) 7.63 (194) 41 (18.5) 86 BXL-86 525 90 9.06 (230) 6.82 (173) 8.00 (203) 35 (16.0) 96R BXL-96R-A 500 90 8.98 (228) 6.30 (160) 6.89 (175) 33 (15.0) 121R BXL-121R 600 100 8.19 (208) 6.97 (177) 8.46 (215) 31 (13.9) 12-Volt Side Terminals 70 BXL-70 525 85 8.70 (221) 6.77 (172) 7.44 (189) 30 (13.6) 75 BXL-75 700 95 9.69 (246) 7.62 (194) 7.20 (183) 32 (14.6) 78 BXL-78-A 660 115 10.94 (278) 7.62 (194) 7.44 (189) 37 (16.7) 12-Volt Dual Terminals 7586DT BXL-7586-A 650 93 9.69 (246) 7.24 (184) 8.98 (228) 31 (14.1) NOTE: Battery specifications are subject to change without notice. P-3
Battery Specification Chart Cont'd BCI/ DIN Motorcraft Part Number Cold Cranking AMPS (At 0 F) Reserve Capacity (Minutes) Maximum Dimensions Inches (mm) Approx. Weight (Wet) Length Width Height LBS. (KG) FLEET TOUGH / COMMERCIAL SERIES 12-Volt 4D BH-4DW 1000 295 20.90 (531) 8.27 (210) 9.57 (243) 98 (44.2) 8D BH-8DW 1155 380 20.69 (526) 10.98 (279) 9.60 (244) 124 (56.2) 65 BH-65-HH 750 140 12.05 (306) 7.48 (190) 7.63 (194) 42 (19.1) 65 BHAGM-65 750 120 12.05 (306) 7.48 (190) 7.64 (194) 42.6 (19.3) 12-Volt Auxiliary 65 BH-65DC 650 130 12.05 (306) 7.48 (190) 7.63 (194) 43 (19.4) FLEET TOUGH / EXTRA 12-Volt 31 BH-31-XL 750 180 12.99 (330) 6.77 (172) 9.33 (237) 57 (25.9) 31 BH-31-XT 900 195 12.99 (330) 6.77 (172) 9.33 (237) 61 (27.7) 31 BH-31P-XL 750 180 12.99 (330) 6.77 (172) 9.33 (237) 57 (25.9) 31 BH-31P-XT 900 195 12.99 (330) 6.77 (172) 9.33 (237) 60 (27.2) 31 BHAGM-31 825 200 12.99 (330) 6.77 (172) 9.33 (237) 70.8 (32.1) GOLF CAR / UTILITY 6-Volt GC2 BH-GC2-B 107 MIN. @ 75 AMPS 10.20 (259) 7.05 (179) 11.19 (284) 62 (28.2) NOTE: Battery specifications are subject to change without notice. P-4
BCI/DIN/EN Reference Chart Product Information European Reference Information BCI BCI Positive Dimensions (mm) Group Assembly Hold Down Lifting Terminal EN Number Figure Length Width Height (see below) Ledge Location DIN Codes Codes 40R 15 278 175 175 B1 No Right T6 LB3 66LB 41 15 293 175 175 B4 No Right T65 N/A 54LB 42 15 242 175 175 B2 No Right T5 LB2 45LB 47 24 242 175 190 B3 Yes Right H5 L2 55L2 48 24 278 175 190 B3 Yes Right H6 L3 66L3 49 24 354 175 190 B3 Yes Right H8 L5 88L5 90 24 242 175 175 B3 Yes Right T5 LB2 45LB 91 24 278 175 175 B3 Yes Right T6 LB3 66LB 92 24 315 175 175 B3 Yes Right T7 LB4 77LB 93 24 354 175 175 B3 Yes Right T8 LB5 88LB 94R 24 315 175 190 B3 Yes Right H7 L4 77L4 95R 24 394 175 190 B3 Yes Right H9 L6 96R 15 242 175 175 B1 No Right T5 LB2 45LB 97R 15 252 175 190 B4 No Right H5 L2 55L2 98R 15 283 175 190 B4 No Right H6 L3 66L3 99 34 207 175 175 B1 Yes Left T4 LB1 36LB 99R 24 210 175 175 B3 Yes Right T4 LB1 36LB N/A N/A 175 175 190 B3 Yes Right H3 L0 32L0 N/A N/A 207 175 190 B3 Yes Right H4 L1 45L1 HOLD DOWN DESCRIPTIONS Caution: These are common hold down types, but others may be used. B1 = 10.5 mm high with 3 or 5 notches on sides only. B3 = 10.5 mm high on sides only with 3 or 5 notches on sides and 3 notches on ends. B4 = 19.0 mm high on sides only with 3 or 5 notches on sides only. NOTE: This guide is supplied as reference material only. Refer to Application Section for Specific Battery Application. P-5
Group Size Dimensions Battery dimensions are rounded to 1/10" Ford Daimler Chrysler Imports General Motors Imports 51, 51R P-6
BATTERIES With the power and durability required for today's high technology vehicles, Motorcraft is time and again the battery of choice for a full range of vehicle applications. Powerful Industry-best welding improves and increases cold cranking efficiency. Patented Grid design maximizes current flow and cold cranking performance. Tough Impact-resistant polypropylene container. Special bonding paste helps prevent vibration a leading cause of battery failure. Long Life Premium alloy improves performance and increases battery life up to 200 percent in high heat environments. High-conductance separators protect plates from direct shorting for long service life. P-7
Why You Should Buy Motorcraft Replacement Batteries State-Of-The-Art Battery Technology Motorcraft batteries are manufactured using the highest quality standards and the latest technology in design and engineering. The Tested Tough Max long-life design is only one example. Wide range of coverage in automotive, marine, commercial, farm, industrial, and specialty applications that meets or exceeds industry standards. Genuine Parts Motorcraft Tested Tough Max batteries are the ONLY Authorized Original Equipment Replacement for all Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. Motorcraft batteries are the best replacement part both in fit and function. Motorcraft batteries supply the power required for today s high technology vehicles. Outstanding Warranty Coverage: BAGM and BXT-Series batteries 100-month (8+ years) unlimited mileage, limited/36-month (3 year) FREE replacement. BXL-Series batteries 84-month (7-year) unlimited mileage, limited/ 18-month FREE replacement. Fleet Tough/Extra batteries 36-month (3-year) unlimited mileage, limited/ 24-month (2-year) FREE replacement. Value Competitively priced. Motorcraft batteries have a low cost of ownership compared to competitive battery lines. Feature BXT-Series BXL-Series Technology Long-Life Design* Heat Resistant Alloy Warranty Coverage 100 Months 84 Months FREE Replacement Period 3 Years 1.5 Years Mileage Warranty Unlimited Unlimited * Long-life design applies to OE-equivalent batteries for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury applications (i.e. BXT-65650). P-8
Motorcraft s Product Line Up Batteries For People On The Move Product Information Tested Tough Max Original Equipment Premium Quality Replacement Motorcraft Tested Tough Max (BXT) batteries are made with a long-life design that provides superior performance over conventional designs in high heat conditions. Tested Tough Max state-of-the-art technology enhances battery longevity and reduces recharging time. Limited Warranty: 100 months, unlimited mileage Replacement Period: 36 months FREE Tested Tough Plus High Quality Replacement Available in both top and side post configurations, Tested Tough Plus batteries are a real value. Fits a wide variety of vehicle applications. Includes an adapter/spacer as required. Limited Warranty: 84 months, unlimited mileage Replacement Period: 18 months FREE Dual Terminal Universal Replacement The 7586 and 3478 group sizes offer the application flexibility of a dual terminal battery at a competitive price. Motorcraft offers dual terminal batteries in the Tested Tough Max, Tested Tough Plus. With the adapter/spacer, the dual terminal battery fits many car and light truck applications. P-9
Motorcraft s Product Line Up Batteries For People On The Move Fleet Tough/EXTRA Batteries Specially designed for the stop and go conditions encountered by local city delivery and material transport vehicles. Fleet Tough/EXTRA provides the right blend of cold cranking amps and reserve capacity to keep vehicles running and minimize downtime. Single port venting cuts electrolyte loss, reduces terminal corrosion, and allows for remote venting. Limited Warranty: 36 months, unlimited mileage Replacement Period: 24 months FREE Fleet Tough Commercial Batteries These batteries provide the tremendous cranking power required for tractor/trailer, farm, and specialty applications. A variety of 6 and 12 volt batteries are available. Limited Warranty: 24 months, unlimited mileage Replacement Period: 12 months FREE Specialty Batteries Despite the diverse and unique array of applications, all engines depend on an electrical charge to get them started. Equipped with the technical requirements necessary for all-purpose performance. From road graders to grain harvesters, golf cars, lawn mowers, and sump pumps, quality Motorcraft Specialty batteries fit the bill. Limited Warranty: up to 20 months Replacement Period: 3 months FREE P-10
Motorcraft Tested Tough Max The Only Authorized Original Equipment Replacement for All Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Vehicles. Your Premium Quality Battery Choice in any Environment The Motorcraft Tested Tough Max is one of the best batteries available. It uses state-of-the-art technology to provide sure starts in nearly any environment. 3 Year FREE Replacement Unlimited Mileage Key Performance Points Feature Performance Benefit Long-Life Design Optimized grid design Increases battery life in high with reduced corrosion heat environments Envelope Separators Reduced resistance Adds to longer battery life Special Additive Accelerated chemical reaction Reduces the time it takes to recharge the battery Warranty Coverage 100-month, unlimited mileage, Backed by a nationwide limited pro rata/36-month warranty for peace of mind FREE replacement P-11
Motorcraft Tested Tough Plus Power When You Need It! The High Quality Replacement Battery Motorcraft Tested Tough Plus batteries provide high quality electrical componentry. Housed in a temperature resistant, thermally fused, polypropylene case, the vibration resistant conductor plates are enhanced by computer designed grids. This design enables current to take a more efficient, direct path towards the terminal posts. 18 Months FREE Replacement Unlimited Mileage Key Performance Points Feature Performance Benefit Heat Resistant Reduced corrosion Increases battery life and ensures Construction longer cycle life Envelope Separators Reduced electrical resistance Adds to longer battery life Computer Aided Maximizes current flow Provides top cold Grid Design cranking performance Warranty Coverage 84-month, unlimited mileage, Backed by a nationwide warranty limited pro rata/18-month for peace of mind FREE replacement P-12
Glossary of Common Battery Terms Ampere (AMP) Ampere is a unit of measure for current flow through a conductor or circuit. Ampere-Hour (Amp. Hr., AH) A unit of measure for a battery s electrical storage capacity, obtained by multiplying the current in amperes by the time in hours of discharge. (Example: a battery which delivers 5 amperes for 20 hours delivers 5 amperes x 20 hours = 100 Amp Hr of capacity.) Capacity The ability of a fully charged battery to deliver a specified quantity of electricity (Amp-Hr., AH), at a given rate (Amp, A), over a definite period of time (hr.) The capacity of a battery depends upon a number of factors such as: active material weight, density of the active material, adhesion of the active material to the grid, number, design and dimensions of plates, plate spacing, design of separators, specific gravity and quantity of available electrolyte, grid alloys, final limiting voltage, discharge rate, temperature, internal and external resistance, age and life history of the battery. Cell The basic electrochemical current producing unit in a battery, consisting of a set of positive plates, negative plates, electrolyte, separators, and casing. There are six cells in a 12-volt leadacid battery. Circuit An electrical circuit is the path followed by a flow of electrons. A closed circuit is a complete path. An open circuit has a broken or disconnected path. Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) Cold cranking performance (@0 F) is a Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and Battery Council International (BCI) recognized rating used to describe battery high rate discharge capability at low temperature. The rating is the discharge load in amperes which a new, fully charged battery at 0 F (-17.8 C) can continuously deliver for 30 seconds while maintaining terminal voltage equal to or higher than 1.20 volts per cell. This is a battery rating shown under the heading OE CCA (@0 F) recommended by the vehicle manufacturer for use on each vehicle listed in this book. (As a battery ages with use, it may no longer be able to meet its original CCA rating). Current The rate of flow of electricity, or the movement of electrons along a conductor. It is comparable to the flow of a stream of water. The unit of measure for current is the amphere. Current (Alternating) (AC) A current that varies periodically in magnitude and direction. A battery does not deliver alternating current (AC). Current (Direct) (DC) An electrical current flowing in an electrical circuit in one direction only. A battery delivers direct current (DC) and must be recharged with direct current in the opposite direction of the discharge. Cycle In a battery, one discharge plus one recharge equals one cycle. Discharging When a battery is delivering current, it is said to be discharging. Electrolyte In a lead-acid battery, the electrolyte is sulfuric acid diluted with water. It is a conductor that supplies water and sulfate for the electrochemical reaction. Grid A lead alloy framework that supports the active material of a battery plate and conducts current. Ground The reference potential of a circuit. In automotive use, the result of attaching one battery cable to the body frame of a vehicle which is used as a path for completing a circuit in lieu of a direct wire from a component. Today, over 99% of automotive and LTV applications, use the negative terminal of the battery as the ground. Group Size The BCI assigns numbers and letters for common battery size types. These standards include: container dimensions, special container features, location and type and polarity of terminals. Low Water Loss Battery A battery, which does not require periodic water addition under normal driving conditions; also referred to as a maintenance-free battery. P-13
Glossary of Common Battery Terms Marine Cranking Amps (MCA) MCA is an industry rating defining a marine battery s ability to deliver a large amount of amperes for a short period of time. Since marine batteries are typically never used at temperatures below freezing, Marine Cranking Amps are measured at 32 F as opposed to 0 C for Cold Cranking Amps. The rating is the number of amps that can be removed from a marine battery at 32 F for 30 seconds, while maintaining a voltage of at least 7.2 volts for a 12- volt battery. The larger the MCA rating, the greater the starting power of the marine battery. Negative Designating, or pertaining to, electrical potential. The negative battery terminal is the point from which electrons flow during discharge. OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer. The OEM rating indicates the Cold Cranking Amps required for batteries installed in specific vehicles by the manufacturers. Open Circuit Voltage The voltage of a battery when it is not delivering or receiving power. It is 2.11 volts for a fully charged battery cell, or 12.66 for a fully charged 12-volt battery (6.33 for a 6-volt battery). Positive Designating, or pertaining to, a kind of electrical potential; opposite of negative. A point or terminal on a battery having lower relative electrical potential. Reserve Capacity (RC) Reserve Capacity is a rating that measures a battery s capability for sustaining discharges. It is defined as the number of minutes a new, fully charged battery at 80 F (26.7 C) can be continuously discharged at 25 amperes while maintaining a terminal voltage equal to or higher than 1.75 volts per cell. Resistance (Electrical) The opposite to the free flow of current in a circuit. It is commonly measured in Ohms. Separator A divider between the positive and negative plates of an element which allows the flow of current to pass through it. Separators are made from numerous materials such as: polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride, rubber, glass, fiber, cellulose, etc. Short-Circuit An unintended current-bypass in an electrical device or wiring, generally very low in resistance and thus causing a large current to flow. In a battery, a cell short circuit may be permanent enough to discharge the cell and render the battery useless. Specific Gravity (Sp. Gr.) The density of a liquid compared to the density of water. The specific gravity of the electrolyte is the weight of the electrolyte compared to the weight of an equal volume of pure water. State of Charge The amount of electrical energy stored in a battery at a given time expressed as a percentage of the energy when fully charged. Volt The unit of measure for electrical potential. NOTE 1: Cold Cranking Amp requirements are not determined by engine size or number of cylinders. Refer to OEM requirements column in this catalog to determine the correct CCA application for each vehicle. NOTE 2: The recommended OE replacement battery is selected to provide both sufficient CCAs to insure starting in cold weather and the longest potential battery life. Improper selection of replacement batteries (even those with higher CCAs) may result in reduced battery life. P-14
Battery Terminal Position and Cell Layouts 1, 2, 4, GC2 24, 25, 26, 27, 27M, 29M, 34, U1, U2 40R, 41, 42, 47P, 48*, 49*, 94R, 96R 22NF, 24F, 24M, 26R, 27F, 29NF, 35, 51R 29H, 50, 51 45 36R, 56, 58R 42F, 66 4DLT 124R 58, 59, 65 70, 74, 75, 78 4D, 8D USA, USA-2 DUAL TERMINAL * Vent Tube Capability 31, 31A, 31P (STUD TERMINALS) (31P POST TERMINAL) P-15