Are H8 and H9 bulbs the same?
In terms of aftermarket bulbs, yes H11, H9, and H8 are all the same bulbs as they share the same base and shape!
What is the difference between H8 H9 and H11 bulbs?
The biggest difference between H8, H9, H11, and H16 are both the wattage levels that they run at and whether or not they have a painted-on reflector cap at the top of the glass tube. H16 is most commonly used in fog lights, whereas the H11 is most commonly used in headlights.
What other bulb size can I use instead of H8?
Headlight and Fog Light Bulb Cross Reference
| Race Sport Bulb Size | Cross References to… |
|---|---|
| H4 | 9003, HB2 – These are dual filament bulbs and mainly used as headlights |
| H8 | H9, H11, H16 (See clarifications below) |
| H10 | 9040, 9050, 9055, 9140, 9145, 9155 – These are single filament bulbs and mainly used as fog lights |
Are H11 and H8 the same?
H8 and H11 are very close. H8 bulbs will fit in H11 housing. They might take a little effort or tweaking but they are 98% close.
What does a H9 bulb fit?
Headlight & Fog Light Bulb Cross-Reference Guide – LED | HID | Halogen
| Bulb | Equivalent to | Lighting Technology |
|---|---|---|
| H9 | H11, H8, H16 (L-Shaped) | LED, HID and Halogen |
| HB2 (Dual-Beam) | H4, 9003, 9003EB/XV/CB/SU/ST | LED, HID and Halogen |
| HB3 | 9005, H10, 9040, 9055, 9140, 9145, 9150, 9155 | LED, HID and Halogen |
| HB4 | 9006, 9012 | LED, HID and Halogen |
How many watts is a H8 bulb?
| Category | Filaments | Stock Power Draw (major/minor filament where applicable) |
|---|---|---|
| H4 | 2 | 6 V & 12 V: 60 / 55 W |
| H7 | 1 | 12 V: 55 W |
| H8 | 1 | 12 V: 35 W |
| H9 | 1 | 12 V: 65 W |
What bulb is the same as H9?
Headlight & Fog Light Bulb Cross-Reference Guide – LED | HID | Halogen
| Bulb | Equivalent to |
|---|---|
| H8 | H11, H9, H16 (L-Shaped) |
| H9 | H11, H8, H16 (L-Shaped) |
| HB2 (Dual-Beam) | H4, 9003, 9003EB/XV/CB/SU/ST |
| HB3 | 9005, H10, 9040, 9055, 9140, 9145, 9150, 9155 |
Will H11 work for H9?
You can, but it will be dimmer than a h9 bulb because the tip of an h11 is coated so it doesn’t blind oncoming traffic.
What bulb is compatible with H11?
Is H11 high or low beam?
The H11 bulb is one of the most commonly used bulbs. It can be used in low beam, high beam , or fog lights on many vehicles. The H11 is a single beam bulb and can be used in one position.
Will H11 bulbs fit H9?
What is the difference between H9 and H11 bulbs?
i don’t want to give up the higher “wattage” of an H9 by using a low beam H11 in the high beams. Yes you can, the only difference is the wattage between the three bulbs.