Description
The Optima 8042-218 YellowTop D75/25 is a high-performance 12V dual-purpose AGM battery that combines dependable engine-starting power with deep-cycle capability. Delivering 620 cold cranking amps, 810 cranking amps and a 100-minute reserve capacity, it is designed for vehicles that place higher demands on their electrical system.
Its AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) construction is maintenance-free and spill-proof while providing excellent resistance to vibration. The YellowTop design can repeatedly recover from deep power drains, making it particularly useful for vehicles equipped with winches, multiple electronics, high-demand audio systems and other power-hungry accessories.
Features
- Dual-purpose starting and deep-cycle battery
- 12V electrical system
- 620 cold cranking amps
- 810 cranking amps
- 100-minute reserve capacity
- D75/25 BCI group size
- AGM Absorbed Glass Mat construction
- Standard top-post and threaded side terminals
- Designed for repeated deep-cycle use
- Suitable for accessory-loaded vehicles
- Maintenance-free construction
- Completely spill-proof design
- Mountable in many positions
- More than 15 times the vibration resistance
- Faster recharging capability
- Strong starting performance across varying temperatures
- Up to twice the service life
- Limited 36-month free replacement warranty
Specifications
- Brand: Optima
- Manufacturer Part Number: 8042-218
- Series: YellowTop
- BCI Group Number: D75/25
- Battery Type: Automotive Starting / Dual-Purpose
- Electrolyte Type: AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat)
- Voltage: 12V
- Cold Cranking Amps: 620 CCA
- Cranking Amps: 810 CA
- Reserve Capacity: 100 Minutes
- Terminal Configuration: Top and Side
- Top Terminal: Standard Post
- Side Terminals: 3/8"-16 and 5/16"-18 Threaded
- Length: 9-5/16"
- Width: 6-13/16"
- Height: 7-5/8"
- Fitment Type: Semi-Universal
- Marine Application: No
- Condition: Brand New
- Product: Genuine Optima Battery Product
Vehicle Fitment
The Optima 8042-218 is listed for an exceptionally broad range of classic and modern cars, trucks, SUVs and vans. Applications span numerous Chevrolet, GMC, Dodge, Ford, Jeep, Toyota and other vehicles.
Examples of listed truck and SUV applications include select 1999–2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2001–2007 Silverado 2500 HD, 2001–2007 Silverado 3500, and numerous earlier Chevrolet C/K-series trucks.
Ford applications include select 1977–1979, 1993–1995 and 1997–2008 F-150 models, along with select F-250 and other Ford applications.
Jeep applications are also extensive, including select CJ, Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Wrangler TJ and Wrangler YJ models.
Important Fitment Information
Battery compatibility should not be determined by vehicle year and model alone. The fitment catalog covers many different vehicle configurations, so verify that the specific vehicle requires a D75/25 battery with the correct terminal arrangement and electrical specifications.
Also confirm the available battery-tray space and the approximately 9-5/16" L x 6-13/16" W x 7-5/8" H dimensions before ordering.
Important
This battery provides both standard top posts and threaded side terminals, making terminal configuration an important part of fitment verification.
Always follow the vehicle manufacturer's battery replacement procedures and use appropriate safety precautions when servicing automotive batteries.
Warranty
Backed by a limited 36-month free replacement manufacturer warranty, calculated from the original battery purchase date.
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