If you're looking for a more compact option to power your campervan, look no further than the Fogstar Drift Gen2 Seat Base 12.8V 230Ah Lithium Leisure Battery. Designed to fit snugly under the base of your seats, this compact lithium battery delivers serious power in a convenient, space-saving format.
The dimensions of our Drift Gen2 Seat Base are 275 (L) x 315 (W) x 187.5 (H), making it one of the most compact Seat Base Lithium Leisure Batteries on the UK market.
What’s New in the Gen2?
✅ Integrated Active Balancing: Now built-in, no external balancer required.
✅ Battery-Linking via RJ45: Dedicated Battery-Link ports allow multiple Drift Gen2 batteries to communicate for improved multi-battery performance.
✅ Upgraded 250A JBD BMS: Higher discharge capability compared to the previous generation, supporting more demanding inverter setups.
- Designed & Supported in the UK: Expertly engineered by our award-winning UK-based team and supported by our UK-based customer service team.
- Ultra-Compact Design: With dimensions of just 275mm x 315mm x 187.5mm, this space-saving battery is tailor-made to fit under standard seats.
- Powerful & Efficient: Despite its compact footprint, the battery delivers a robust 2,944Wh of energy, making it a powerhouse in a small package.
- Long-Lasting Performance: Built with Grade A EVE LiFePO4 cells, the Seat Base offers 4000 cycles at 80% depth of discharge, giving you 10 - 15 years of dependable service.
- 10 Year Warranty: Backed by a comprehensive 10-year warranty.
- 250A JBD BMS: Provides protection against over-voltage, under-voltage, over-current, short circuit, and temperature extremes.
- Integrated Active Balancing: Maintains cell balance automatically to support long-term performance and efficiency.
- Battery-Linking Ports: Enables communication between multiple compatible Drift Gen2 batteries for improved system performance.
- Integrated Heating: Automatic low-temperature heating system is built in to keep the battery performing reliably even in colder environments, perfect for year-round use.
- Bluetooth Monitoring: Monitor performance in real-time using the Fogstar Drift App, available free for Android and iOS. Check state of charge, cell voltage, temperature, and more, anytime, anywhere.
- On/Off Hibernation Switch: A manual hibernation switch gives you quick control over your battery, allowing you to power down the system without needing to access the app.
QUICK SPECS
- Energy 2,944Wh
- Nominal Capacity 230Ah
- Nominal Voltage 12V
- Recommended Charge Voltage 14.4V
- Max Cont. Discharge 250A
- Dimensions 275 x 187.5 x 315
- Weight 25Kg
- Active Balancer 2A (Integrated)
- Fogstar Drift terminals: M8 in size, 1.25 pitch, 12mm. All of our Drift leisure batteries come with M8 bolts as standard.
- Ideal for use with inverters up to 3000W.
COMPATIBILITY
It's essential to measure the available space under your specific seat, especially if modifications like swivel bases are present, to ensure a proper fit. Many customers have successfully fitted the Fogstar Drift Seat Base in VW T6 models, Ford Transit Custom, Mercedes-Benz Vito and Sprinter, Fiat Ducato, Peugeot Boxer, and Citroën Relay.
WARRANTY
- Fogstar offers a 10 year warranty on all Fogstar Drift Leisure batteries.
- Warranties only apply to the original owner and are non-transferrable.
- Fogstar will verify your purchase prior to processing any warranty claims or returns.
- If it is determined that the product is faulty, we will ship a new product to you immediately, you will only be asked to cover the cost of the shipping.
- Our warranty does not cover items that have been damaged due to gross negligence, normal wear and tear, damage due to accident or collision, abuse or incorrect installation.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Do not disassemble your battery.
- Do not short the battery.
- Do not store your batteries in direct sunlight.
- Keep batteries away from flammable objects and materials.
- Keep batteries away from static electric charges.
- Keep out of reach from animals and children.
- Do not immerse your battery in water.
- Do not crush, incinerate or modify your battery.
- Only use batteries within the manufacturers specifications.
- Recycle your batteries correctly.
- Always read the manufacturer instruction manual before using.
QUALITY ASSURANCES

Fogstar products adhere to the strictest safety, health and environmental requirements. Click here to read all about the safety measures they take, and view the conformity certifications for the Drift products.