Solar Trickle Charger for Horse Trailer 12V Battery
Updated 09/08/2025 | Published 06/12/2025
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I have a horse trailer with electric tounge jack powered by 12v marine battery on board the trailer. Is there a solar trickle charger option to keep battery charged ? Trailer is used 3-4 times a year.
asked by: Chaz
Expert Reply:
Hey Chaz! Yes, there are solar panels that can be used to maintain the battery on your horse trailer. The OptiMate Solar Duo Portable Solar Panel with Controller # MA69JR can be mounted with suction cups or permanently mounted to the roof of your trailer. It doesn't have a super high output but that isn't a major concern since you only use the trailer a few times a year. If you keep your trailer in the shade and would like an option you can sit out away from the trailer in the sun then the # MA56JR which comes with a stand would work as well.
What kind of horse trailer do you have?
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Robin H.
9/8/2025
Hey Chaz, did you decide to go with one of the solar panel options for your horse trailer's battery? I'm curious to know how it worked out for you, as it could help others looking to maintain their trailer batteries.