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FACT SHEET
Battery solution

It is becoming increasingly important to use the appropriate Battery capacity

batteries to fit the different transport purposes. With the 2BATT170 Enhanced Flooded Batteries extra 2x170 Ah
proper battery solution, drivers can ensure reliability during 2BATT225 Enhanced Flooded Batteries extra 2x225 Ah
startup and increase their comfort when being on the road. 2BAT210B Gel batteries 2x210 Ah
2BAT210C AGM batteries 2x210 Ah
Sales variants
Battery system type Main switch
BATS-S Single Battery System (two batteries) MSWI-C Chassis-installed main switch
BATS-D Dual Battery System (two vehicle batteries MSWI-R Remote-controlled main switch
and two starter batteries) MSWI-A ADR main switch

Battery box position

BBOX-L Battery box on the left-hand side
BBOX-EF Battery box at the end of frame

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Dual Battery System BBOX-EF/BATS-D

The Dual Battery System, BATS-D, is a system where the starter The vehicle batteries are located at the rear frame end, while
motor and the onboard facilities use different batteries. It is the starter batteries are located on the left-hand side behind the
the optimal solution for customers who want to maximize the front mudguard. This allows for better access to the optional
usage of the vehicle batteries without jeopardizing startability. It battery charger (BATTC) and Self-Start Assist. The starter bat-
also enhances the lifetime of the batteries. With separate start tery box is 40 cm wide, freeing up an extra 20 cm of space on
and vehicle batteries, the living capacity will increase with up the frame side compared to BBOX-L.
to 50% compared to a Single Battery System and the starter
battery can secure engine crankability and uptime.
BATS-D can be used in combination with both BBOX-L (on
the left-hand side) and BBOX-EF (at the end of frame).

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Integrated Battery Charger
BATS-D can be combined with an Integrated Battery Charger
(BATTC). When connected, it can support both the vehicle
and the starter batteries by up to 20A. It is a fitting option to
ensure that the starter batteries are kept fully charged and 2
ready to perform.
Tractor with BATS-D and BBOX-EF. The vehicle batteries are placed in the
The charging progress and status for each battery set is battery box at the end of frame (1), and the starter batteries are placed in a
monitored in the side display. If the charger has been used, a battery box on the left-hand side (2).
friendly reminder will inform the driver that the charger cable
might need to be removed in order to avoid departure while
still being connected.

BBOX-L/BATS-D FEATURES AND BENEFITS

The vehicle batteries are located on the left-hand side behind
the front mudguard, with the starter batteries mounted below. • Allows more energy usage and deeper discharges.
The battery box is 60 cm wide and has a robust lid with anti- • Improves in-cab comfort with extended energy for parking
slip ribbing. On tractors without chassis fairings, steps or a heater/cooler use.
ladder is fitted to the battery box for access to the rear deck. • Secures startability in any climate conditions.
It is only available for FAA10 (Single Front Axle). • The user-friendly Self-Start Assist (SSA) supports jump-
start without cables.
• Optional installation of a factory installed Integrated
Battery Charger (BATTC).
• Avoids idling, resulting in decreased fuel consumption.
• No idling need during night break by using BATTC.
• Manages smooth and, occasionally, rough conditions.

Tractor with BATS-D and BBOX-L. The vehicle batteries are placed in the battery
box on the left-hand side (1), and the starter batteries are placed in a battery box
(2) below the vehicle batteries.

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BATS-D uses gel batteries as vehicle batteries and EFB

batteries as starter batteries.

Gel batteries
This battery type is a robust and reliable alternative with
excellent cycling ability. In gel batteries, the electrolyte is mixed
with silica, solidifying it to a gel mass. This allows for more and
deeper discharge cycles, which in turn make them suitable for
trucks with high power consumption.
The gel battery is a VRLA (Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery,
meaning that the lid is sealed. It is spill-proof and cannot be
refilled.

Gel batteries
Battery capacity Output current at -18 °C Weight (battery set) Vehicle Sales variant
(cold start capacity)
210 Ah 800 A 132 kg FH/FH16/FM/FMX 2BAT210B

Starter batteries
Designed and dedicated to ensure startability, the starter battery
supports only the actual starter motor. It is prioritized when
recharging the truck, meaning that the starter battery is kept
fully charged and ready to perform.

Starter batteries
Battery capacity Output current at -18 °C Weight (battery set) Vehicle Sales variant
(cold start capacity)
75 Ah 800 A 42 kg FH/FH16/FM BATS-D

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Single Battery System BBOX-EF/BATS-S

In the Single Battery System, BATS-S, the starter motor and As on BATS-D, the battery box is a rubber-suspended installation
the onboard facilities use the same set of batteries. The battery located at the rear frame end. However, on BATS-S, this allows
types available are AGM and EFB. for 60 cm of extra space for fuel on the left-hand side.
BATS-S can be used in combination with both BBOX-L and An auxiliary starter connection to enable jump starting is
BBOX-EF. located at the rear end of the battery box. For battery installa-
tion at the end of the frame, it is recommended to have sliding
* Volvo offers battery chargers on BATS-S as accessory.
members/protection members on the truck. For further infor-
mation, see the fact sheet for sliding members.

BBOX-L/BATS-S
As on BATS-D, the battery box is located on the left-hand side
behind the front mudguard. On vehicles with dual front axles,
it is positioned behind the second front axle.

BATS-S and BBOX-EF.

BATS-S and BBOX-L.

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AGM batteries
The AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) batteries have excellent cy-
cling ability and cold cranking performance. They come with a
capacity of 210 Ah. In the battery, the electrolyte is absorbed
and held in place by a layer of glass fibre.
The AGM battery is a VRLA (Valve Regulated Lead Acid)
battery, meaning that the lid is sealed. It is spill-proof and
cannot be refilled.

AGM batteries
Battery capacity Output current at -18 °C Weight (battery set) Vehicle Sales variant
(cold start capacity)
210 Ah 1200 A 124 kg FH/FH16/ FM/FMX 2BAT210C

EFB batteries
The EFB (Enhanced Flooded Battery) is lighter and has less
cycle performance compared to the AGM battery. It is equipped
with plugs, making refill possible in hot conditions. The need
for refill can be detected through the battery plug, along with
a status indicator on the battery. It comes with a capacity of
either 170 Ah or 225 Ah.

Enhanced Flooded Batteries extra

Battery capacity Output current at -18 °C Weight (battery set) Vehicle Sales variants
(cold start capacity)
170 Ah 1000 A 92 kg FH/FM/FMX/ 2BATT170
225 Ah* 1150 A 118 kg FH/FH16/FM/FMX 2BATT225

* Available only outside of EU

Status indicator. Battery plug with a status indicator.

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Main switch
The main switch allows for better control of the electrical
consumption. There are three different types of main switches:
chassis-installed, ADR and remote-controlled. The truck is
equipped with timers for turning off the living functionality,
the body builder functionality and the refrigerator. The timers
can be changed at a Volvo workshop.

Chassis-installed main switch (MSWI-C)

A physical main switch located on the chassis.

Chassis-installed main switch for BATS-S (BBOX-L). Chassis-installed main switch for BATS-S (BBOX-EF).

Remote-controlled main switch (MSWI-R) ADR main switch (MSWI-A)

Main switch controlled with a key fob. A power relay that is triggered by any of the ADR switches (see
ADR fact sheet for more info).

ADR main switches, one on the dashboard (ADR1) and one extra outer (ADR2)
at the cab back passenger side (MSWI-A).
Remote control (MSWI-R and LOCK-REM).

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Sales variants and combinations Battery system/Road condition

BATS-D/BBOX-L/2BAT210B:
RC-SMOOT RC-ROUGH RC-VROUG
Dual Battery System/Vehicle batteries on the left-hand side/
BATS-D • •¹ –
Gel batteries
BATS-S • • •
BATS-D/BBOX-EF/2BAT210B:
Dual Battery System/Vehicle batteries at the end of frame/
Gel batteries Battery system/Truck type
BATS-S BATS-D
BATS-S/BBOX-L/2BAT210C: Truck type BBOX-L BBOX-EF BBOX-L BBOX-EF
Single Battery System/Vehicle batteries on the left-hand
TRACTOR • • • •
side/AGM batteries
RIGID • – •* –

BATS-S/BBOX-EF/2BAT210C:
Single Battery System/Vehicle batteries at the end of frame/
AGM batteries Battery system/Main switch
BATS-S BATS-D
BATS-S/BBOX-L/2BATT170: Main switch BBOX-L BBOX-EF BBOX-L BBOX-EF
Single Battery System/Vehicle batteries on the left-hand
MSWI-C • • – –
side/EFB batteries
MSWI-R • • • •
BATS-S/BBOX-L/2BATT225:** MSWI-A • • • •
Single Battery System/Vehicle batteries on the left-hand
side/EFB batteries
Battery system/Battery capacity
BATS-S/BBOX-EF/2BATT225:**
BATS-S BATS-D
Single Battery System/Vehicle batteries at the end of frame/
Battery BBOX-L BBOX-EF BBOX-L BBOX-EF
EFB batteries
capacity
To assist in specifying the truck right a sales guide, Power Management Guide 2BAT210B – – • •
is available on STPI.
2BAT210C • • – –
2BATT225 •** •** – –
2BATT170 • • – –

Battery capacity/Battery system

Battery capacity
Battery type 75 Ah 170 Ah 210 Ah 225 Ah
BATS-D
Gel batteries – – –
2BAT210B

Starter batteries BATS-D – – –

BATS-S
AGM batteries – – –
2BAT210C
Enhanced Flooded Batteries BATS-S BATS-S
– –
extra 2BATT170 2BATT225

• Available
– Not available
* Available only for FAA10
** Available only outside of EU
¹ Available only for BBOX-L

Volvo retains the right to modify design and

specifications without prior notification.

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