Powering Your Overland Rig With Batteries We use the Australian Revolution Batteries in the Tundra and Gladiator and Battleborn Batteries in the 4Wheel Camper (bonus: the Battleborns are self-heating!). Depending on the applications, lithium works well as a house battery. Lithium Ion batteries have a much better drawing capacity, are lighter and more expensive when compared to an equivalently sized AGM battery. Examples include those sold by Odyssey Batteries, the X2 Extreme Power battery by Batteries Plus, and Optima Batteries. The AGM can be used as both a starting and a house battery. These batteries are higher in price but are also more robust. Your vehicle most likely came with a lead acid battery. Interstate Batteries are the most well-known. This starting battery is the cheapest and easiest to use. There are three main types of batteries that are used in overland builds. Fortunately, we’ve discovered several ways to increase the health, longevity and performance of your batteries and lifestyle while on the road.īut first, let’s get back to basics with an overview of the different battery types and how to use them in combination to create MORE POWER, baby! Battery Types As your electronics add up, your battery can become over-taxed, especially on a full build. If you are powering electronics such as GPS units, phones, tablets, light bars, refrigerators, inverters, radios and/or air compressors, it is crucial to be cognizant of the impact all of this can have on your battery. Power and battery management systems are an important part of overlanding because they make up your mobile power supply.
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