# Traction battery Sonnenschein GF12076V 12V 86Ah GEL

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> Sonnenschein GF12076V traction battery 12V 86Ah GEL. For forklifts, lift platforms and industrial EVs. 24-48 h delivery (mainland ES/PT).

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- **Canonical URL**: https://baterias.com/gb/battery-sonnenschein-gf12076v-12v-86ah
- **Language**: en-GB
- **Brand**: Sonnenschein
- **Reference**: BATERIAS-SONNENSCHEIN-GF12076V
- **EAN**: 3661024500258
- **MPN**: GF12076V
- **Price**: 388,30 €
- **Stock**: Out of stock

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Peso | 29,00 kg |
| Tecnología | GEL |
| Terminal type | AP |
| Capacity (C20) | 86 Ah (c20) |
| Voltage (V) | 12 V |
| Capacity | 86 Ah |

## Quick description

**Sonnenschein GF12076V 12V 86Ah** is a traction battery for industrial electric vehicles: forklifts, pallet trucks, elevating platforms, cleaning machines (scrubbers) and golf buggies. Built for deep discharges and 8-hour continuous work cycles.

## Why this traction battery?

- **Industrial design** built for 8 hours of continuous daily work
- **Deep discharges without damage** fully recovers when recharged
- **Long industrial lifespan** pays back the investment over time

🔌 Voltage
12 V

⚡ Capacity
86 Ah C20

📏 Dimensions
330×171×235 mm

⚙️ Technology
Gel

⚖️ Weight
29 kg

🏷️ Model
GEL - GF -V Sonnenschein Traction range 700 cycles

## Description

## Traction battery Sonnenschein GF12076V 86Ah 12V

12*V* Voltage
86*Ah* Capacity
29*kg* Weight

The **Sonnenschein GF12076V** is a **86 Ah**, **12 V** traction battery for forklifts, pallet trucks, stackers and aerial work platforms. Its 330 × 171 × 235 mm make it the exact replacement for the 86 Ah battery fitted as standard to many forklifts and pallet trucks.
- Direct replacement in size and connections.
- Sealed and safe indoors.
- Reinforced plates for repeated deep discharges.
- GEL: excellent resistance to deep discharge and long cycle life.

### What the Sonnenschein GF12076V is for

With 86 Ah, the Sonnenschein GF12076V forms part of the traction sets of forklifts, pallet trucks, stackers and aerial work platforms. Follow the manufacturer's charging regime to extend its life. Check that it matches your current battery in dimensions, terminals and hold-down: this reference has a weight of 29 kg and AP terminals.

### Size, terminals and hold-down of the Sonnenschein GF12076V

It has external dimensions of 330 × 171 × 235 mm and weighs 29 kg. It uses AP terminals, the system that anchors and connects it in the vehicle. For a direct replacement, the current battery tray must accept these dimensions and the same terminal layout; otherwise adapters will be needed or the hold-down will change.

### Technology inside the Sonnenschein GF12076V

Within the Sonnenschein catalogue, the GF12076V is the 86 Ah model designed for this application.
A GEL battery is the choice when cycle resistance and safety matter most: no gases, no liquid and thousands of partial discharges in its lifetime.

### Why choose Sonnenschein batteries

Sonnenschein batteries with dryfit® technology have equipped power wheelchairs, cleaning machines and industrial vehicles for decades thanks to their reliability and cycle life. All the Sonnenschein batteries in our catalogue are genuine product, recently manufactured and covered by the manufacturer's warranty.

### Official warranty

The Sonnenschein GF12076V comes with the **manufacturer's official warranty** against manufacturing defects. If it fails through a defect within the warranty period, we replace it at no cost to you.

### Care and maintenance

Follow the manufacturer's charging regime and do not interrupt full charging cycles. Replace the complete set at once and watch the operating temperature in hot warehouses.

### When you get it and how to return it

Same-day dispatch from our warehouse for in-stock orders placed **before [[ks:cutoff]]**: 24-48 working hours in mainland Spain and Portugal, 3 to 5 days in the islands and the rest of Europe. Returns are accepted for **[[ks:return_days]] days** if the battery has not been used (free collection on the Iberian mainland). You will receive tracking by email.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is the Sonnenschein GF12076V a GEL battery? What is GEL used for?

Yes, this model is a GEL battery: sealed lead-acid where the electrolyte is in gel form. It tolerates deep discharges very well and is ideal for cyclic use (solar, motorhomes, electric wheelchairs, motorcycles). Requires a GEL-specific smart charger — max charge voltage ~14.1 V (vs 14.4-14.7 V for AGM). Lifespan 6-10 years.

### How is the Sonnenschein GF12076V battery installed in the vehicle?

In most devices it fits in 15-30 minutes with a 10 mm wrench; if the battery is under the seat or in the boot the time can double. See the step-by-step guide on our blog. Quick summary: 1) switch off the engine and remove the key; 2) locate the original battery (engine bay, boot or under seat); 3) disconnect the negative (−) terminal first, then the positive (+); 4) loosen the hold-down clamp and remove the old battery; 5) fit the new one in the same orientation — match the polarity shown on the product sheet; 6) connect the positive (+) first, then the negative (−). On devices with Start-Stop or BMS, register the battery via OBD so the alternator applies the correct charging profile.

### How long does the Sonnenschein GF12076V battery last?

Expected lifespan of the Sonnenschein GF12076V is 6 to 10 years in cyclic use (marine, caravan, solar) with controlled discharges. In cold regions it drops slightly due to cold-start stress; in very hot regions it also drops because of electrolyte evaporation. To extend its life: avoid deep discharges (headlights on with engine off), have the alternator checked yearly, and keep the battery clean and properly secured.

### What are the dimensions of the Sonnenschein GF12076V battery?

Dimensions (length × width × height) are 330×171×235 mm — also written as 330x171x235 mm — following the European DIN standard. Always measure the space in your device before buying: even one extra millimetre can prevent the hold-down clamp from closing. The height shown includes the terminals.

### Which batteries are equivalent to the Sonnenschein GF12076V?

Directly interchangeable batteries (same dimensions, same polarity, same Ah and CCA) are the OEM equivalents from leading brands: Bosch, Tudor, Exide and, depending on the model, Banner or Yuasa. Exact equivalence depends on technology — an EFB cannot be replaced with a conventional battery in Start-Stop devices. See the "Equivalents" section to view recommended options at the same performance level.


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