12VVolts
180AhCapacity (C20)
1000ACold cranking amps
Summary: Drivers and owners of trucks and farm machinery know this one as the Varta M18. Get the size and terminal side right and you are most of the way there.
Full specifications of the Varta M18
Varta M18 in everyday use
A tractor with a front loader idles and lifts for hours in the yard. Disconnect the series link before charging the two batteries separately at 12 volts. Renewing just half of a series pair rarely ends well.
Same size and layout
Other references from our catalogue with the same measurements and terminal position.
Deta DG1803Deta DX1803Exide ED1803Exide EG1803Exide EX1803
Varta M18 for trucks and farm machinery
Here is the Varta M18, a heavy-duty battery for trucks and farm machinery. Weighing 41.76 kg, it is a two-handed lift at least. A phone photo of the old label is enough to order the right replacement.
180Ah sits in the comfortable middle for trucks and farm machinery. 41.76 kg keeps the load down, useful on bikes, boats and motorhomes.
Frequently asked questions
What if I do not know my battery reference?
Look on the battery label for the part number and search for it with the brand name. That leads directly to the matching product page.
Is the Varta M18 a heavy battery to fit?
The weight is 41.76 kg. Heavier batteries generally contain more lead and active material.
Five checks for a perfect fit
- ✓ Check 513 × 223 × 223 mm against the tray, not just the old battery.
- ✓ Stored energy reserve: 180Ah. Going much lower than your current battery can leave you short on cold mornings or long stops.
- ✓ Diesels and big engines need the full 1000A or more.
Explore more
Got the old battery's label in front of you? Compare it once more, then order online at baterias.online. Not quite the right size? Have a look at other batteries for trucks and farm machinery.
lead-acid: how it works
Maintenance-free flooded batteries have sealed caps. A wet-cell battery copes well with high engine-bay temperatures. Store flooded batteries charged and recharge every few months.
