Battery or could it be a charging system issue ?

Question

So last week picked up my defender xt cab, put maybe 5 hrs on it… drove it around the farm parked it and when I got back in it wouldn’t start, is it possible I have a bad battery or could it be a charging system issue ? I was able to jump it using a jump box let it run for 30 mins but when attempting to start again it’s deader than a hammer. Anyone ever experience any similar issues? It is

Bone stock no mods that could

Be draining the unit

Battery or could it be a charging system issue ?

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    I have read that the stator won’t charge unless motor is turning 3k or greater rpms

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    The batteries that come on them are junk

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    Make sure your battery connects are TIGHT!!!!!!

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    10 mm socket

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    Will double check today thanks

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    Check the connection on the battery

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    And on the starter solenoid! Had 1 fail after 3 rides.

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    I had the SAME PROBLEM.. the bolts on the solenoid don’t have a lock nut or lock washer.

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    Check battery connections. Let the battery get a good deep charge overnight with a trickle charger.

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    Stupid question but are you sure it was completely in PARK? I personally haven’t had battery problems with my stock battery

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    Thanks again everyone for the advice, dealership replaced the battery and the solenoid no issues so far

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