Allied 72V 18Ah Drop-In-Ready
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The Allied 72V 18Ah Drop-In-Ready is a battery pack with a nominal capacity of 18 Ah, a continuous discharge of 18 A, a peak of 32 A for 10 s and a weight of 30 lb.
Last updated: 29 September 2026
Motor and performance
- Range the maker estimates, economy-class cart, 4 packs
- 25–35 miles, the maker's estimate, economy class
- Range the maker estimates, economy-class cart, 6 packs
- 40–55 miles, the maker's estimate, economy class
- Range the maker estimates, economy-class cart, 8 packs
- 60+ miles, the maker's estimate, economy class
- Range the maker estimates, modified cart, 6 packs
- 25–45 miles, the maker's estimate, modified class
- Range the maker estimates, modified cart, 8 packs
- 40–60+ miles, the maker's estimate, modified class
- Range the maker estimates, highly modified cart, 8 packs
- 25–45+ miles, the maker's estimate, highly modified class
“25 - 35 miles”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/DIR_72V_Sizing_2025_-_9-19-2025.pdf
“40 - 55 miles”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/DIR_72V_Sizing_2025_-_9-19-2025.pdf
“60+ miles”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/DIR_72V_Sizing_2025_-_9-19-2025.pdf
“25 - 45 miles”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/DIR_72V_Sizing_2025_-_9-19-2025.pdf
“40 - 60+ miles”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/DIR_72V_Sizing_2025_-_9-19-2025.pdf
“25 - 45+ miles”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/DIR_72V_Sizing_2025_-_9-19-2025.pdf
Battery and charging
- Round-trip efficiency
- 99 %
- How it is sold
- Four to eight modules in parallel, 72 Ah up to 144 Ah
- Case material
- steel
- Nominal capacity
- 18 Ah
- Nominal voltage
- 78.6 V, as printed
- Cell chemistry
- cylindrical LiFePO4 cells
- Continuous discharge
- 18 A
- Peak discharge
- 32 A for 10 s
- Recommended charge voltage
- 60–88.8 V, as printed
- Recommended charge current
- 4.5–9 A, 18 A maximum
- Discharge cut-off
- 60.0 V (2.5 ± 0.05 V per cell)
- Charge cut-off
- 93.6 V (3.9 ± 0.05 V per cell)
- Low-voltage disconnect
- 60 V (2.5 V per cell)
- Maximum in parallel
- 6 to 8
- Stated energy
- 1,296, printed in watts
“Efficiency 99% Self Discharge”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“72V x 18AH batteries connect in parallel you can anywhere from 4 to 8 batteries depending on the vehicle's power requirements - see sizing chart.”
Source: dir.alliedlithium.com/products/allied-drop-in-ready-lithium-72v-batteries
“Case Material Steel Enclosure Protection”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Nominal Capacity 18Ah Bluetooth Enabled”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
Unconfirmed
“Nominal Voltage 78.6V Nominal Capacity”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Cell Type - Chemistry Cylindrical - LiFePO4”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Max Continuous Current 18A”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Peak Discharge Current 32A (10s)”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Recommended Charge Voltage 60V - 88.8V”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Recommended Charge Current 4.5A - 9A (18A max)”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“BMS Discharge Voltage Cut-Off 60.0V (2.5±0.05 vpc)”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“BMS Charge Voltage Cut-Off 93.6V (3.9 ± 0.05vpc)”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Low Voltage Disconnect 60V (2.5V)”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Maximum Modules in Parallel 6-8”
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Unconfirmed
“Voltage: 78.6V | Capacity: 18Ah | Energy: 1296W”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
Battery care and safety
- Self-discharge rate
- 3–5 % per month
- Where the BMS cuts out on current
- ≤30 A ±2 A, within ≤1 s
- Voltage it reconnects at after a low cut-out
- 67.8 V (2.8 ± 0.1 V per cell)
- Voltage charging resumes at
- 92.4 V, printed with 3.55 V per cell
- What to leave it charged to in cold storage
- not below 30 % state of charge
- Short-circuit protection
- 200–400 ms
- Charge temperature range
- 32 °F to 131 °F
- Discharge temperature range
- −4 °F to 140 °F
- Shipping classification
- UN 3480, Class 9
- Temperatures at which protection releases
- releases at 23 °F (low) and 122 °F (high)
- Charge level in transit or on delivery
- about 50 % on delivery
“Self Discharge 3-5% per month”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“BMS Discharge Current Cut-Off 30A ±2A; 1S”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Reconnect Voltage 67.8V (2.8 ± 0.1 vpc)”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
Unconfirmed
“Reconnect Voltage 92.4V (3.55 ± 0.05vpc)”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Never store batteries below 30% State of Charge”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/Quickstart_Guide_-_Drop-In-Ready_2-25-26.pdf
“Short Circuit Protection 200-400ms”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Charge Temperature* 32˚ to 131˚F”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Discharge Temperature -4˚ to 140˚F”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Shipping Classification UN 3480 | Class 9”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Temperature Protection Release Low: 23 ˚F High: 122 ˚F Charge Temperature”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18AH_-_2-17-26.pdf
“Allied batteries ship with around 50% charge”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/Quickstart_Guide_-_Drop-In-Ready_2-25-26.pdf
Size and fit
- Overall dimensions
- 10.2 × 7 × 9.75 in (L × W × H)
- Stated weight
- 30 lb
- Terminal type
- M8
- Terminal material
- brass
“Dimensions (L x W x H) 10.2" x 7" x 9.75"”
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“Weight 30 lbs Terminal Type”
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“Terminal Type M8 Terminal Material”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Terminal Material Brass Case Material”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
Compatibility
- Carts the maker names
- Drop-in-Ready for EZGO, GEM and more.
- What paralleling packs does to capacity
- parallel adds amp-hours
Unconfirmed
“Drop-in-Ready for EZGO, GEM and more.”
Source: dir.alliedlithium.com/products/allied-drop-in-ready-lithium-72v-batteries
“Parallel connections increase Amp-hour capacity (3x 30Ah = 90Ah; 5x 36Ah = 180Ah)”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/Quickstart_Guide_-_Drop-In-Ready_2-25-26.pdf
Frame and components
- Enclosure rating
- IP67
“Enclosure Protection IP67”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
Buying and owning it
- Adding capacity after the first order
- Another module may be added, but only within the first year
“If you need more distance after the initial order you can order another battery and add it to the system - within the 1st year.”
Source: dir.alliedlithium.com/products/allied-drop-in-ready-lithium-72v-batteries
Other findings
- Bluetooth
- yes
- Cart voltage naming by maker
- how Allied write cart voltages
- Charger compatibility stated by maker
- an Allied lithium charger
- Manufacturer denies series connection
- never in series
“Bluetooth Enabled Yes Capacity @ 25A”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
“Common cart voltages include 36V (38.4V) / 48V (51.2V) / 72V (76.8V)”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/Quickstart_Guide_-_Drop-In-Ready_2-25-26.pdf
“Always use Allied lithium charger”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/Quickstart_Guide_-_Drop-In-Ready_2-25-26.pdf
“Never attempt to connect batteries in series”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/Quickstart_Guide_-_Drop-In-Ready_2-25-26.pdf
Certification claims
- Datasheet certification claim
- cells: UL 1642, 'IEC62633'; battery: CE, UN 38.3 — claimed, not certificates
“Certifications UL1642 | IEC62633 (Cells) CE | UN38.3 (Battery)”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
Compatible chargers
- 72V Waterproof Lithium Battery Charger15AWaterproof quick-snap harness, onboard or shore chargingUnconfirmedView charger: 72V Waterproof Lithium Battery Charger →
Allied on their own charger: "Designed to work perfectly with 72V Allied lithium batteries". They name their 72V range rather than this pack, and do not say whether the charger the cart arrived with will charge it.
Sources
- Allied Battery — 72V LiFePO4 Lithium Golf Cart Batteries, "Drop-In-Ready"Manufacturer battery page
Allied Battery
Source: dir.alliedlithium.com/products/allied-drop-in-ready-lithium-72v-batteries
Retrieved September 15, 2026
- Allied Battery — 72V Onboard Waterproof Lithium Battery ChargerManufacturer battery page
Allied Battery
Source: alliedlithium.com/products/copy-of-onboard-waterproof-lithium-battery-charger-48v-15amp
Retrieved September 29, 2026
- Archived document
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0240/6314/8096/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18Ah.pdf
Retrieved September 23, 2026
- Archived document
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/Quickstart_Guide_-_Drop-In-Ready_2-25-26.pdf
Retrieved September 29, 2026
- Archived document
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/Data_Sheet_72V_18AH_-_2-17-26.pdf
Retrieved September 29, 2026
- Archived document
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0643/5677/8175/files/DIR_72V_Sizing_2025_-_9-19-2025.pdf
Retrieved September 29, 2026