Varta
Ref. BON-VARTA-C11 Varta C11 · 53Ah 12V 500A · petrol and diesel passenger vehicles
- Nominal voltage
- 12V
- Capacity, 20-hour rate
- 53Ah
- Cold cranking current (EN)
- 500A
- Dimensions (mm)
- 242×175×175
- Battery technology
- Lead-acid
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At a glance: Need a battery for cars and vans? Consider the Varta C11, rated 53Ah 12V 500A. Get the size and terminal side right and you are most of the way there.
Varta C11: dimensions and ratings
| Make | Varta |
| Part number | C11 |
| Series | VARTA BLACK dynamic |
| Application | cars and vans |
| Nominal voltage | 12V |
| Capacity (C20) | 53Ah |
| Cold cranking amps | 500A |
| Battery technology | Lead-acid |
| Outer measurements | 242 × 175 × 175 mm |
| Weighs | 13.27 kg |
| Terminal polarity | positive on the right-hand side |
| EAN | 4016987143612 |
Fitting and everyday care
A car parked under a streetlight for a fortnight can greet you with silence. Smear a little terminal grease on both posts once everything is tight. Forgetting to tighten the hold-down lets the battery rattle loose.
Other options with identical dimensions
Listed below: batteries with the same case and polarity as the Varta C11.
Kronobat SD-53.0Deta DC542Exide EC542Fulmen FC542Odyssey ODP-AGM96R
Varta C11: what it is and who it suits
On this page sits the Varta C11, picked by many owners of cars and vans. Most drivers check the cold-cranking figure first, then the case size. Buying batteries online is simple when you start from the exact code.
Nothing unusual about 53Ah: a standard capacity for cars and vans.
Questions buyers ask about the Varta C11
Is the Varta C11 strong enough for a diesel engine?
The rated cranking current is 500A to the EN standard. This is the key figure for cold weather starting.
Will both the size and terminals match?
Measure your current battery and note its terminal position. This one is 242 × 175 × 175 mm, positive on the right-hand side.
Can a battery be stored before use?
Keep it upright somewhere cool and dry, and charge it before fitting if it has been stored for a while.
What size is the Varta C11 and how much does it weigh?
Measurements are 242 × 175 × 175 mm, and it weighs 13.27 kg. Check the height under the bonnet or seat as well.
Quick compatibility checklist
- ✓ Cranking power on cold mornings: 500A. Big engines in harsh winters call for a generous figure.
- ✓ A different chemistry from lead-acid may need system changes.
- ✓ Outside dimensions are 242 × 175 × 175 mm. Run a tape measure over your tray or compartment, including the height under the bonnet or lid.
See also
Finished comparing? Placing your order online takes a couple of minutes. Checking the data first saves the hassle of a wrong order.
About the technology: lead-acid
Six cells of about two volts each make up a typical 12-volt battery. Flooded deep-cycle batteries give good value in solar and traction work. Keep flooded batteries upright.
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Brand
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ReferenceBON-VARTA-C11
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EAN134016987143612
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MPNC11
Specifications
| Brand | Varta |
|---|---|
| Product line | VARTA BLACK dynamic |
| Used for | Cars and vans |
| Battery technology | Lead-acid |
| Nominal voltage | 12V |
| Capacity, 20-hour rate | 53Ah |
| Cold cranking current (EN) | 500A |
| Length | 242 mm |
| Width | 175 mm |
| Height | 175 mm |
| Weight | 13.27 kg |
| Terminal polarity | Positive on the right-hand side |