Kicker 43CWRT82 CompRT Shallow Car Subwoofer 8 Inch
- Driver Size: 8 inches
- Power: 600 watts
- Connectivity: RCA
- Brand Tech: KICKER
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An 8-inch, RCA-input car subwoofer rated to 600 watts, mislabeled here under home theater but built for a vehicle install.
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ASIN: B01BLVEXH2Model: 43CWRT82Category: Subwoofers
Overview
Listed under home theater but built as car audio, the Kicker 43CWRT82 is an 8-inch subwoofer rated for 600 watts with an RCA input for an aftermarket amplifier. It weighs 7.3 lb.
Despite sitting in a TV and home theater listing, this is car audio equipment: the RCA input and the car subwoofer mounting spec both point to a vehicle install, not a living room system. Buyers should size it against their amplifier's RCA output and trunk or door space rather than a home receiver.
- 8-inch driver
- 600W rating
- RCA connectivity
- Car subwoofer mounting
Who it's for
Car audio installers or owners upgrading trunk or door bass with an 8-inch sub that takes an RCA feed from an aftermarket amp. Not a fit for anyone shopping for home theater gear despite the category it's filed under.
Pros and cons
- RCA input matches standard car amplifier wiring
- 600W power handling
- Compact 8-inch driver for tight installs
- Listed under home theater despite being car audio
- No home-receiver-ready connection included
Performance notes
The 600W rating and RCA input match a car amplifier setup rather than a home receiver's speaker-level output. An 8-inch driver keeps the footprint manageable for trunk or under-seat car installs.
Specifications
| Brand | Kicker |
|---|---|
| Model | 43CWRT82 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Driver Size | 8 incheslower than 86% of 38 subwoofers |
| Weight | 7.3 poundslower than 95% of 56 subwoofers |
| Dimensions | 3 × 3 × 6.3 inches |
| Dimensions | 2.95 x 2.95 x 6.3 in |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power | 600 wattshigher than 77% of 40 subwoofers |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity | RCA |
| Mounting | Car Subwoofer |
| Other details | |
| Brand Tech | KICKER |
| Speaker Type | Subwoofer |
Closest rivals on specs
BESTISAN SW65C Powered Subwoofer 6.5 Inch- Power 600 vs 400 watts (+50%)
- Driver Size 8 vs 6.5 inches (+23%)
- Weight 7.3 vs 10.5 pounds (-30%)
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- Driver Size 8 vs 10 inches (-20%)
JBL Stage 2 200P Powered Subwoofer 10 Inch- Power 600 vs 300 watts (+100%)
- Driver Size 8 vs 10 inches (-20%)
- Weight 7.3 vs 14.4 pounds (-49%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kicker 43CWRT82 meant for home theater use?
No. Its RCA input and car subwoofer mounting spec identify it as car audio equipment despite the listing category.
What size is the Kicker 43CWRT82 driver?
8 inches.
How does the 43CWRT82 connect to an amplifier?
Through an RCA input, the standard connection for aftermarket car amplifiers.