Semi-Truck Jump Starters

As a trucker, being stranded miles from civilization because your rig won’t start is always frustrating. You have to wait for help, and unless someone comes by with a powerful engine attached to their jumper cables, you may be waiting a while or have to call a special service. With a jump starter or jump kit, you can solve this problem and get back on the road in an instant.

Why You Need a Jump Starter In Your Rig

Driving a rig often involves time-sensitive schedules. When your starter is out of juice, you need a jump-start to get you rolling again as soon as possible. Unfortunately, standard jumper cables and car batteries often aren’t enough to restart large, powerful engines.

A jump starter is designed to deliver the right amperage and voltage needed to start a big diesel engine. You can get back on the road to finish your haul or take your truck into the shop to fix the issue behind your bad starter.

How a Jump Starter Works

Advances in technology mean there are multiple reliable options to restart your engine. Jump starters and heavy-duty jump packs are battery-powered, and you recharge them by plugging them in.

Each jump kit contains a lightweight electrical box with connectors. To start your engine, attach the connectors to the box and to your battery terminals (red to the positive terminal and black to a clean, metal grounding point). Once the pack is connected, turn it on and watch your engine roar to life.

How To Choose a Jump Starter

Make a note of your desired voltage. Jump starters range from 3,000 amps to over 10,000 amps. You need one with enough power to start your engine. You can usually start a semi truck with 2,000 to 4,000 amps, but it’s harder in tough weather conditions. Choose a heavy-duty model if you want to be sure you can get back on the road.

Some models are smaller and more lightweight. If you want to save room in your rig, look for a compact model.

Raney’s Truck Parts offers jump starters and jump packs in multiple voltages and amps. We have heavy-duty packs for large rigs and models for smaller engines. Choose from reputable brands including Goodall, StartAll, NOCO, and Blue Tiger.

Jump packs: StartAll JumpPacks provide everything needed to jump-start gas or diesel engines up to 10 liters, including a high-output premium lithium-ion cobalt battery. These packs can also charge phones, digital cameras, tablets, laptops and other devices. We offer 12-volt models with 5,000 or 10,000 amps.
Air compressor and jump starter combinations: The iOnBoost V8 Air Compressor and Jump Starter combines the elements of a powerful semi-truck jump box with a high-quality air compressor. The intuitive display indicates remaining battery life and jump-start readiness. The air compressor can fill up to three tires on a single charge.
Power inverters: Power inverters help truckers to run critical on-board electronics and accessories without idling the engine, reducing emissions and fuel consumption. The compact design of the PowerDrive 100-watt Bluetooth Pure Sine Power Inverter can quickly convert up to 12 volts of DC power from your truck's battery into 110 volts of AC power. The unit also includes two three-prong AC outlets and a 36-inch power cable.

Find Semi Jump Starters and Boxes at Raney's Truck Parts Today

At Raney's, we understand that having a reliable jump starter is critical for keeping your rig moving. That's why we stock many of the industry's most reliable power solutions from top manufacturers. Order your new jump box online today for fast shipping or call us at 888-888-7990 today to request additional information.