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Starter Motor

Item Specification

Maximum starting circuit voltage drop (engine at normal engine temperature) 0.5 volt
Normal engine cranking speed rpm 100-140 rpm
Starter motor no load current draw amperes 60-80 amps
Starter motor normal load current draw 130 amps
Starter motor maximum load current draw amperes 400 amps