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Electric Bike Company Model R (2020) battery

The Electric Bike Company Model R runs on a 48V 11.6Ah (557 Wh) battery rated for up to 100 miles.

48 Vnominal voltage
557 Whbattery capacity
100 mimax range
8replacement packs listed

Battery specifications

Nominal voltage
48 V
Capacity
11.6 Ah
Energy
557 Wh
Battery brand / cells
Samsung 29E or 35E 18650 Cells
Chemistry and layout
Lithium-ion
Battery weight
7.5 lb
Charge time
3.5 hours
Estimated range
25–100 miles
Motor
MXUS XF15R (48 Volt), Rear-Mounted Geared Hub, 500W nominal, 1250W peak
Torque
60 Nm
Class
Throttle on Demand (Class 2), Speed Pedelec (Class 3)
Launch price
$2,199

Efficiency at max range: about 5.6 Wh per mile.

Packs with matching voltage and capacity

Packs at 48V with at least 501 Wh
PackSellerTypeVoltageCapacityPrice
R049-2 48V 52V 13Ah BMS30A 2600mAh Cells Li-ion eBike Battery For 350W 500W 750 CheapestUnit Pack PowerAftermarket48 V624 Wh$209
Polly EBike Battery R049-3 48V 18.2Ah BMS30A 2600mAh Cells EBike Battery Fit 0-1 Best $/WhUnit Pack PowerAftermarket48 V874 Wh$214
Hailong EBike Battery S039-B 48V 52V 13Ah BMS30A 18650 Cells Li ion Battery PackUnit Pack PowerAftermarket48 V624 Wh$217
Bluetooth Shark R049-4 48V 15Ah BMS30A LG5200mAh Cells Li ion Battery Pack For 3Unit Pack PowerAftermarket48 V720 Wh$219
6PIN Ebike Battery S220 48V 15.6Ah BMS30A LG5200 Cells For 350W 500W 750W 1000W Unit Pack PowerAftermarket48 V749 Wh$226
Hailong EBike Battery S039-3 48V 15AH BMS30A 21700 LG5000 Cells 4 PIN Lithium BaUnit Pack PowerAftermarket48 V720 Wh$229
Polly Jumbo Shark R049-8 48V 52V 20Ah 21700 Cells Electric Bike Battery For 250WUnit Pack PowerAftermarket48 V960 Wh$259
Hailong Ebike Battery S039 48V 14Ah BMS30A 18650 LG3500mAh Cells Electric Bike BUnit Pack PowerAftermarket48 V672 Wh$265
Electric Bike Company has 12 related CPSC recalls. FENGQS Electric Bikes Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Risk of Serious Injury or Death; Sold on Amazon (2025-07-24). Transpro US Recalls Electric Scooters with Unauthorized Lithium-Ion Battery UL Certification Labels Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Risk of Serious Injury and Death; $200,000 in Property Damage Reported (2025-07-24).

Other Electric Bike Company batteries

More Electric Bike Company models
ModelYearBatteryCapacity
Model S202414Ah672 Wh
R2024–576 Wh
Model A202348V 12Ah576 Wh
Model E202248V 12Ah576 Wh
Model M (Mini)202148V 10.5Ah504 Wh
Model Y202048V 10.5Ah504 Wh
Model C201948V 11.6Ah557 Wh
Model X201948V 11.6Ah557 Wh

Frequently asked questions

What battery does the Electric Bike Company Model R use?

The Electric Bike Company Model R (2020) uses a 48V 11.6Ah, 557 Wh battery from Samsung 29E or 35E 18650 Cells (Lithium-ion).

How far can the Electric Bike Company Model R go on one charge?

Estimated range is 25 to 100 miles depending on assist level, rider weight, terrain and temperature.

Can I use a bigger battery on the Electric Bike Company Model R?

A higher amp-hour pack at the same 48V voltage adds range, as long as it fits the mount and connector. Do not use a higher-voltage pack unless the controller is rated for it.