Defender Puma Batteries
Starter batteries for Defender Puma 2.4 and 2.2 TDCI models, with conventional high-capacity and AGM choices from Hankook and Yuasa.
The battery needs to provide the required cranking performance while matching the Defender battery box, terminal layout and retaining arrangement. Product pages give the individual battery dimensions, capacity, cold-cranking output and construction.
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Choosing a Defender Puma battery
The main choice is between a conventional high-capacity starter battery and an AGM starter battery. The Hankook MF60038 provides a 100Ah conventional battery with 850CCA, while the Yuasa YBX9019 provides a 95Ah AGM alternative with 850A cranking output.
| Battery | Best suited to | Key specification |
|---|---|---|
| Hankook MF60038 | Conventional high-capacity starter battery for Defender 2.4 and 2.2 TDCI. | 100Ah / 850CCA |
| Yuasa YBX9019 | AGM starter battery for Defender Puma where AGM construction is required or preferred. | 95Ah / 850A |
| Draper 12V Battery Tester | Checking battery condition, cranking performance and alternator charging output before replacing parts. | Battery, cranking and charging tests |
Check Puma battery fitment before ordering
Battery capacity and cranking output are only part of the selection. The replacement also needs to suit the Defender battery box, retaining arrangement and original battery leads.
Engine
Confirm whether the vehicle is a Defender 2.4 TDCI or 2.2 TDCI.
Confirm whether the vehicle is a Defender 2.4 TDCI or 2.2 TDCI.
Battery type
Check whether the existing battery is a conventional starter battery or AGM when replacing like-for-like.
Check whether the existing battery is a conventional starter battery or AGM when replacing like-for-like.
Case and hold-down
Compare the battery length, width, overall height and retaining arrangement with the existing battery and battery box.
Compare the battery length, width, overall height and retaining arrangement with the existing battery and battery box.
Terminal layout
Check the positive and negative terminal positions, post type and battery-lead reach.
Check the positive and negative terminal positions, post type and battery-lead reach.
Conventional and AGM Puma batteries
| Battery type | What it offers |
|---|---|
| Conventional sealed starter battery | High-capacity engine-starting power for normal Defender Puma starting and vehicle electrical duties. |
| AGM starter battery | AGM construction with strong cranking performance, good vibration resistance and improved tolerance of repeated charge and discharge cycles. |
| Battery tester | Checks battery condition, measured cranking performance and alternator charging output before parts are replaced. |
Related battery and electrical sections
| Section | Use it for |
|---|---|
| 12V Batteries for Land Rover | The complete starter, AGM and auxiliary battery range. |
| TD5 Batteries | Starter and AGM batteries for Defender TD5 and Discovery 2 TD5. |
| 300TDI Starter Batteries | Starter and AGM batteries for Defender, Discovery 1 and Range Rover Classic 300TDI. |
| Leisure Batteries | Auxiliary and dual-purpose batteries for additional electrical loads. |
| Defender Electrical Parts | Starting, charging and other Defender electrical parts. |
| Electrical & Testing Equipment | Battery, charging-system and general vehicle electrical testing tools. |
