Portable Jump Starters, Essential - Not Just Convenient

Having a reliable portable jump starter is essential for the pickup professionals in your life, and by the way, they make a great gift for Mother’s Day. Did I just say that?

All kidding aside, and with the kiddies alongside, who wants to be stuck in the dead of winter, or drowned in a downpour on the roadside, without a portable jumper? And there are many to choose from. 

So the folks at Baby Your Truck put together this handy concise guide, on what to look for in a portable jump starter and many key features to think about. 

Key features to look for:

Engine Compatibility: First thing to look for. Match the power pack with your engine size and type (gasoline vs. diesel)

Safety Features: Next. Spark-proof technology, reverse polarity protection, and overload protection.

Amperage: You want at least 1000 peak amps to handle the larger engines

Battery Capacity:  Look for a healthy mAh (millamper-hour). Loosely translated refers to how much electric charge can it store and how long it can run.

Storage and Portability: compact, lightweight and easily stored away.

Other Features: type of charging unit, USB, type of clamps, the length of the cables. Other accessory features like compasses, LED lights, progress screens(display).

Here’s A List of The Top Portable Jump Starters for Pickup Trucks:

NOCO GB70 Boost HD UltraSafe Lithium Jump Starter*

  • Peak Amps: 2000A
  • Engine Size: Gas up to 8.0L; Diesel up to 6.0L
  • Best For: Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado, RAM 1500
  • Highlights: UltraSafe tech, USB charging, powerful LED flashlight

GOOLOO GP4000 Car Battery Jump Starter*

  • Peak Amps: 4000A
  • Engine Size: Gas up to 10.0L; Diesel up to 10.0L
  • Best For: Ford F-350, GMC Sierra 3500HD
  • Highlights: Rugged build, smart cables, quick charging

AVAPOW A68 Car Battery Jump Starter*

  • Peak Amps: 6000A
  • Engine Size: All Gas Engines; Diesel up to 12.0L
  • Best For: Oversized pickups, RVs, fleet vehicles
  • Highlights: Waterproof design, super-fast charging

DBPOWER Jump Starter 4000A Peak 88.8Wh*

  • Peak Amps: 4000A
  • Engine Size: All gas up to 10L Diesel Engine
  • Best For: Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier
  • Highlights: LCD screen, built-in compass, dual USB ports

NEXPOW Car Jump Starter*

  • Peak Amps: 2000A
  • Engine Size: Gas up to 8.0L; Diesel up to 6.5L
  • Best For: Budget-conscious full-size pickup owners
  • Highlights: Comprehensive safety protections, lightweight design

JNC660 Jump-N-Carry Jump Starter* 

    • Peak Amps: 1700A
    • Engine Size: Gas and Diesel up to 7.0L
    • Best For: Ford F-250, Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD, RAM 2500
    • Highlights: Industrial-grade clamps, extended cable reach

Investing in a higher-end portable jump starter like the GOOLOO GP4000 or AVAPOW A68, will give you peace of mind and keep you prepared and safe. Using the wrong jump starter can be disastrous. Prioritize engine compatibility but keep the safety features in mind.

 

 

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