12VVolts
53AhCapacity, 20-hour rate (C20)
500AStarting power (EN)
Quick answer: Drivers and owners of cars and vans know this one as the Kronobat SD-53.0. Get the size and terminal side right and you are most of the way there.
Measurements, ratings and codes
ManufacturerKronobat
Part numberSD-53.0
SeriesSTANDARD
Applicationcars and vans
Volts12V
Capacity, 20-hour rate (C20)53Ah
Starting power (EN)500A
TechnologyLead-acid
Outer measurements242 × 175 × 175 mm
Battery weight13.3 kg
Terminal polaritypositive on the right-hand side
Using it day to day: practical tips
Short school runs and supermarket trips never give a car battery the chance to refill properly. If the car does mostly short hops, a smart charger once a month makes a real difference. Headlights that dim when the engine idles often point to a battery that has lost capacity.
Alternatives that fit the same space
Listed below: batteries with the same case and polarity as the Kronobat SD-53.0.
Varta C11Deta DC542Exide EC542Fulmen FC542Odyssey ODP-AGM96R
Kronobat SD-53.0: what it is and who it suits
Got a car that needs a Kronobat SD-53.0? You are on the right page. A cold-start figure of 500A gives a frosty January morning a fair chance. Buying batteries online is simple when you start from the exact code.
A capacity of 53Ah matches what many vehicles and machines in this group expect.
Answers before you buy
Does this battery match my current one physically?
A physical match means the same case (242 × 175 × 175 mm) and the same terminal side (positive on the right-hand side).
Any tips for keeping a spare battery?
Yes. Store it standing up in a cool room and top it up after a few months of waiting.
How big and heavy is this Kronobat battery?
At 242 × 175 × 175 mm, measure the tray or compartment carefully. Plan the lift too: 13.3 kg is heavier than it looks.
How do capacity and cranking amps compare with my old battery?
It stores 53Ah and delivers 500A of cold cranking current under the EN test. Choose a battery that matches or slightly exceeds the figures of the original.
Five checks for a perfect fit
- ✓ Starting current 500A: look for the EN value on your old label and choose this reference only if it is equal or higher.
- ✓ The technology is lead-acid. Keep the same type as the original, and confirm your charger offers a matching profile.
- ✓ Size check: 242 × 175 × 175 mm. A battery even slightly taller than the original can touch the bonnet or the seat base.
More options
Got the old battery's label in front of you? Compare it once more, then order online at baterias.online. Recycling the old battery is easy at most tips and garages.
The lead-acid technology explained
Some lead-acid batteries have removable caps, others are sealed for life. Flooded batteries handle hot engine bays well. Hand old batteries in at an authorised recycling point.
