What is Max Amperage Draw of Bulldog Winch Light Duty On-Board Air Compressor
Updated 09/15/2025 | Published 08/30/2025
Question:
What is the maximum amp draw of this compressor?
asked by: Michael C
Expert Reply:
Hey Michael, the Bulldog Winch Light Duty On-Board Air Compressor # BDW46TJ draws at max just under 40 amps.
Michael C.
9/12/2025
Yes, it did help. 40 amps is too high. I want to mount the compressor in the rear of my Ford Excursion for rear air bags and for tire inflation. With an FLA of 40 amps, I would need a 2 AWG cable to maintain voltage drop to less than 3% due to the length of cable run. I purchased a VIAIR 300 instead.
Jameson C.
9/15/2025
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Bulldog Winch Light Duty On-Board Air Compressor - 130 psi - 1.3 cfm Maximum Air Flow
- On Board Air Compressor
- Off Road Vehicles
- RVs
- Standard Vehicles
- Light Duty
- 130 psi
- Universal
- Bulldog Winch
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Jameson C.
9/12/2025
Hey Michael, did the information about the amp draw help you with your compressor setup? I'm asking because knowing how it worked out for you could help others with similar needs.