Mercedes-Benz 280SE Tail Light Bulb Size
The Mercedes-Benz 280SE tail light utilizes unique bulb sizes 232, 5008, and 12821 depending on the specific production period. Available data covers the range from 1968 to 1980.
The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.
Bulb Size by Year Range
| Years | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| 1979-1980 | 232 |
| 1977-1978 | 5008 |
| 1968-1973 | 12821 |
Bulb Specifications
| Description | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Festoon bulb with SV8.5 base. 12V, 3W. | 232 |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Single-filament bulb with BA15s bayonet base. Lower wattage variant of 1156. 12V. | 5008 |
| Philips part number. Miniature wedge bulb (T10) with W2.1x9.5d base. 12V, 5W. | 12821 |