# GNB batteries

> GNB batteries (Exide Technologies): Marathon and Sprinter stationary ranges for UPS and telecoms, plus Marathon Classic FT tubular traction. Official warranty, 24-48 h delivery ES/PT.

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## Description

**GNB batteries**: the industrial brand of **Exide Technologies** for network power and traction. GNB Industrial Power manufactures in Europe stationary batteries for UPS, telecoms and data centres (**Marathon** and **Sprinter** ranges) and tubular-plate traction batteries (**Marathon Classic FT**) for forklifts, scrubbers and lift platforms.
Here you will find the GNB references in our catalogue, validated for capacity, voltage, dimensions and technology against the manufacturer's data. If you need a GNB reference you cannot see, ask us: we work with the Exide group's official distribution.

## GNB: Exide's industrial division

GNB Industrial Power brings together the industrial batteries of the **Exide Technologies** group: standby power for critical networks and traction for industrial electric vehicles. It shares factories and quality controls with Exide and Tudor, and its ranges are found in telecom operators, data centres, hospitals and warehouses across Europe.

## GNB ranges

Range Technology Application
Marathon M / L / FT AGM VRLA, long float life Telecoms, UPS, signalling
Sprinter High-rate AGM UPS and data centres
Marathon Classic FT Tubular plate, flooded Traction: forklifts, scrubbers, platforms
Classic OPzS / OCSM Vented tubular plate Long-duration standby, solar

### How to choose a GNB traction battery

In traction the key figure is the **C5 capacity** (5-hour discharge) and the cycle count: a Marathon Classic FT12110 offers 110 Ah C5 and 132 Ah C20. Check the dimensions, terminal and polarity of the battery you are replacing and follow the manufacturer's charging regime.

### Frequently asked questions

### **Are GNB and Exide the same company?**

Yes. GNB is Exide Technologies' industrial brand for stationary and traction batteries; they share European manufacturing and quality standards.

### **What is the difference between Marathon and Sprinter?**

Marathon is optimised for long float life (telecoms); Sprinter for short, high-power discharges (data-centre UPS).

### **Can I order a GNB reference not shown on the site?**

Yes. Tell us the reference or the application and we will confirm availability and lead time with the official distribution.

### **How long does delivery take?**

24-48 working hours in mainland Spain and Portugal for orders placed before [[ks:cutoff]]. Islands and the rest of the EU: 3-5 working days.

GNB catalogue reviewed by our technical team. **[[ks:reviews]]+ Trustpilot reviews · [[ks:rating]]/5**. 24-48 h delivery in mainland Spain and Portugal (orders before [[ks:cutoff]]); [[ks:return_days]]-day returns with free collection on the Iberian mainland.

## Products in this category

| Product | Brand | Price |
|---|---|---|
| [GNB Marathon FT12110 Battery](https://baterias.com/gb/bateria-gnb-marathon-ft12110) | GNB | 333,40 € |

## Technical team (editorial authorship)

The FAQs, guides and comparisons on this site are reviewed by the baterias.com technical team — over 25 years of experience validating automotive batteries.

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