Can My Truck With Standard Battery Power Meyer Salt Spreader? Which Model?
Published 10/09/2025
Question:
My truck doesn’t have much extra electrical capacity, I'm just running off 1 battery and not 2 like some diesels or snow trucks. Will the Base Line 240 draw less power than a Blaster spreader?
asked by: Alan
Expert Reply:
Yes, Alan - the Base Line 240 # ME86FR runs a single 12-volt motor and draws less current overall than the dual-circuit Blaster systems. It doesn’t power a vibrator, so it’s lighter on your alternator and battery. As long as your truck has a healthy 60-amp alternator and 70-amp battery, you’re good to go (per Meyer).
What type of truck is this going on? I have an older Nissan Titan with a standard 12v battery and I would throw the Base Line on without hesitation; wouldn't need to upgrade anything.
Now if you were also adding a snow plow that runs off an electric winch or motor, then you may have a case where you need to make some upgrades to the electrical system.
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Meyer Base Line 240 Motorized Salt and Sand Spreader - Tailgate - 3.7 Cu Ft
- Salt Spreaders
- Tailgate Mounted
- Salt
- Salt and Sand Mix
- 25 Foot Spread
- Vibrator Included
- 5 cu ft or Less
- Meyer
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