What is the Recommended Breakaway Battery Size for a Single Axle Trailer
Updated 03/22/2023 | Published 03/21/2023
Question:
I have a single axle trailer max weight 3600 lbs. How big of a battery will I need just for the breakaway switch?
asked by: Tim
Helpful Expert Reply:
The standard battery size for a breakaway system is 5 amp hours. I recommend the Hopkins Engager Push-To-Test Trailer Breakaway Kit with Built-In Battery Charger part # 20400 which is a complete kit that has everything you need. It also have a cool feature where you can simply press a button to see if your battery is charged and ready to go. It comes with the battery, switch, and mounting box.
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Hopkins Engager Trailer Breakaway Kit w/ Charger, LED Tester, Hardware, and 5 Ah Battery - Top Load
- Trailer Breakaway Kit
- Kit with Charger
- Top Load
- Single-Axle
- Tandem-Axle
- LED Tester
- Hopkins
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