12VNominal voltage
54AhCapacity, 20-hour rate (C20)
500ACold cranking current (EN)
Summary: Drivers and owners of cars and vans know this one as the Tudor TC542. Size and polarity decide most swaps, and both are listed on this page.
Tudor TC542 in everyday use
A family estate loaded for the holidays leans on its battery the moment the engine starts. Keep tools away from both posts at once to avoid sparks. Buying by price alone and ignoring the size of the tray leads to a battery that will not sit flat.
Full specifications of the Tudor TC542
What lead-acid means for you
Serviceable batteries have caps for checking the acid. Tractors and trucks use robust flooded batteries. Clean white deposits off the terminals with a little bicarbonate solution.
Batteries with the same format
Looking to compare? Each of these has the dimensions and polarity of the Tudor TC542.
Deta DC542Exide EC542Fulmen FC542Kronobat SD-53.0Varta C11
Frequently asked questions
How do I search for a battery by brand and code?
Usually on the top label or the front of the case, near the logo. Search for brand plus that code.
What does the Tudor TC542 weigh in kilograms?
The weight is 12.9 kg. Heavier batteries generally contain more lead and active material.
What cranking current does the Tudor TC542 deliver?
500A under the EN test. Diesel engines usually need more cranking power than petrol engines of the same size.
Is the Tudor TC542 right for you?
Found Tudor TC542 printed on the battery lid? That code leads here. Built as a lead-acid battery, it suits the charging system of cars that came with the same technology. Comparing batteries online side by side rules out the wrong size in seconds.
With 54Ah, capacity is typical of batteries for cars and vans.
More options
Happy with the fit? Ordering the Tudor TC542 at baterias.online is quick. A tidy, clean tray gives the new battery a better start.
Five checks for a perfect fit
- ✓ Stored energy reserve: 54Ah. Going much lower than your current battery can leave you short on cold mornings or long stops.
- ✓ Starting power: 500A to the EN standard. Match or beat the figure on your current label.
- ✓ These are EN taper post terminals. Photograph the old ones before ordering to compare side by side.
