The new UT 3500 BT-H delivers nearly 3X the power of a standard UT 1300 BT-H, with 280Ah of long-lasting LiFePO4 lithium cells built to last a lifetime. It offers 24% lower cost per amp-hour compared to three UT 1300 BT-H batteries, features a built-in heater for optimal performance, and fits in a compact footprint at 72.31 lbs.

How The Lion Energy UT 3500 BT-H Compares To Other Battery Options

RV owners, marine users, and off-grid system builders evaluating deep cycle battery options usually face this question: should I get a basic lead-acid deep cycle battery, this Lion Energy UT 3500 BT-H lithium battery, or the Lion Safari XP expansion pack for a plug-and-play power station system?

Here's the honest comparison:

Feature Basic Lead-Acid Deep Cycle Battery, 200-280Ah ($300-$600) Lion Energy UT 3500 BT-H, 280Ah LiFePO4 ($1,499) Lion Safari XP Expansion Pack, 2,688Wh ($999)
Battery Chemistry Lead-acid Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4)
Rated Capacity 200-280Ah, but only 50% usable depth of discharge 280Ah / 12.8V nominal (3,584Wh), full usable capacity 2,688Wh usable
Usable Capacity Roughly half of rated capacity to preserve battery life Full rated capacity usable without damaging the battery Full rated capacity usable
Weight 130-150 lbs. 72.31 lbs., significantly lighter for the same capacity Lighter still at 50.7 lbs.
Built-In Heater Not included Auto-heats below 32°F, turns off at 41°F Not specified
Configuration Standard 12V terminals Supports series, parallel, or series-parallel up to 48V Plugs directly into a Lion Safari base unit
Monitoring Basic or none Bluetooth app monitoring via myapp.lionenergy.com Bluetooth monitoring via built-in module
System Type Standalone deep cycle battery for DIY system builds Standalone deep cycle battery for DIY system builds Requires the Lion Safari base unit to function
Warranty 1-3 years typical Limited lifetime warranty Standard Lion Energy warranty
Best Suited For Budget-conscious buyers building a basic 12V system RV, marine, or off-grid system builders wanting lithium performance in a DIY configuration Existing Lion Safari owners wanting instant plug-in capacity

Why The Lion Energy UT 3500 BT-H Is Worth The Investment

This isn't just a deep cycle battery, it's built with 280Ah of LiFePO4 lithium cells and a built-in heater for cold-weather performance, giving RV owners, marine users, and off-grid system builders full usable capacity and significantly less weight than a comparable lead-acid battery bank.

The UT 3500 BT-H specifically addresses the needs of RV owners, marine users, and off-grid system builders who want to build or upgrade a 12V, 24V, or 48V battery bank with lithium performance instead of relying on heavy, limited-depth-of-discharge lead-acid batteries.

Full Capacity, A Fraction Of The Weight. Unlike lead-acid batteries that only offer about 50% usable depth of discharge before damaging the battery, this LiFePO4 battery delivers its full 280Ah rated capacity for use, all while weighing 72.31 lbs., dramatically less than a lead-acid bank of comparable usable capacity.

Built For Serious, Long-Term Power Storage

280Ah of LiFePO4 lithium cells deliver 3,584Wh of usable energy storage built to last a lifetime

24% lower cost per amp-hour compared to three UT 1300 BT-H batteries makes scaling up more economical

Continuous discharge rated at 150A, with 280A peak for 50 seconds, handles demanding power draws

Engineered For Cold-Weather Reliability And Flexible Configuration

The built-in heater automatically activates below 32°F and turns off at 41°F, protecting the battery in cold climates

Supports series, parallel, or series-parallel configurations up to 48V for custom system builds

Bluetooth app monitoring via myapp.lionenergy.com provides real-time status tracking

Real Savings

Full usable capacity eliminates the wasted capacity inherent to lead-acid battery depth-of-discharge limitations

A limited lifetime warranty reduces the long-term replacement costs common with lead-acid batteries

Lighter weight reduces the load on RVs, boats, and off-grid installations compared to lead-acid battery banks

Free shipping and no sales tax through Summit Forge Supply keeps the total cost down compared to buying elsewhere and paying tax and freight separately

The Bottom Line RV owners, marine users, and off-grid system builders who want lithium performance in a DIY battery bank configuration can't get that flexibility from a plug-and-play power station accessory. The Lion Energy UT 3500 BT-H is built with 280Ah of LiFePO4 capacity, a built-in cold-weather heater, and flexible series/parallel configuration up to 48V, so it delivers a genuine deep cycle lithium battery for custom system builds. For anyone building or upgrading a 12V, 24V, or 48V battery bank, this is the battery built to power it reliably for the long haul.

The new UT 3500 BT-H delivers nearly 3X the power of a standard UT 1300 BT-H, with 280Ah of long-lasting LiFePO4 lithium cells built to last a lifetime. It offers 24% lower cost per amp-hour compared to three UT 1300 BT-H batteries, features a built-in heater for optimal performance, and fits in a compact footprint at 72.31 lbs.

Product Specifications

Weight & Dimensions

Weight

72.31 lbs.

Dimensions

13.85″ × 7.64″ × 12.85″ (L × W × H).

Battery & Capacity

Battery Chemistry

Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄).

Rated Capacity

280Ah / 12.8V nominal (3,584Wh).

Minimum Capacity

≥266Ah, ≤2mΩ internal resistance.

Continuous Discharge

150A continuous / 280A peak (50 sec).

Low Voltage Cut-Off

10.5V safety shutoff.

Lighting & Indicators

LED Indicators

1–5 LEDs show charge from 10% to 100%.

Reset Instructions

Quick press resets low voltage. Press/hold 4–5 sec resets short circuit or high temp.

Bluetooth® App

Monitor battery status via myapp.lionenergy.com.

Configuration

Supports series, parallel, or series-parallel up to 48V. Use 3/8″ eyelets.

Charging Specifications

Recommended Charging

Standard: 45A / Max: 140A / Max Voltage: 14.6V.

Operating Temperatures

Charging: 32–113°F / Discharge: −4–131°F.

Storage Temperature

14–95°F (45–85% RH).

Internal Heater

Auto-heats below 32°F and turns off at 41°F.

Certifications & Warranty

Certifications

FCC, UL 1642, RoHS, CE.

Warranty

Limited lifetime warranty.

Included in the Box

  • 1x Lion UT 3500 BT-H

    1x User Manual

Product Manual

Safety

Product Brochure

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