# Deta DA472 · Car battery 12V 47Ah 450A

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> Deta DA472: 47 Ah car battery, 450 A (EN), 207×175×175 mm, positive terminal on the right, LB1 case. Equivalent to Exide EA472 and Exide EB442.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/deta-da472
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Deta
- **Reference**: BOL-DETA-DA472
- **EAN**: 3661024024266
- **MPN**: DA472
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-06

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Deta |
| Range | DETA Senator3 |
| Application | Cars |
| Technology | Lead-acid |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 47 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 450 A |
| Length | 207 mm |
| Width | 175 mm |
| Height | 175 mm |
| Weight | 11.4 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the right |
| Case size | LB1 (207 × 175 × 175 mm) |

## Quick description

The Deta DA472 is a car battery with 12 V, 47 Ah and 450 A cold cranking current, case size LB1 (207 × 175 × 175 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.

## Description

## The Deta DA472 at a glance

The Deta DA472 is made for petrol and diesel cars without automatic engine stop. Its job is to start the engine in the cold with margin to spare and keep the car's electronics powered.
At 47 Ah it covers petrol compacts and small diesels, the best-selling format in Europe. The DA472 belongs to the Deta DETA Senator3 range. [See all Deta batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/deta-batteries)

## Deta DA472 vs DB442, DB500 and DC412: differences

How the DA472 compares with Deta batteries of similar size and capacity:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deta DA472 (this one) | 47 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 175 | right | 11.4 kg |
| Deta DB442 | 44 Ah | 420 A | 207 × 175 × 175 | right | 10.6 kg |
| Deta DB500 | 50 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 190 | right | 12.1 kg |
| Deta DC412 | 41 Ah | 370 A | 207 × 175 × 175 | right | 10.6 kg |

- Deta DB442: 3 Ah less, 30 A less cranking power, the same LB1 case.
- Deta DB500: 3 Ah more, the same cranking power, a different height (190 mm instead of 175 mm, L1). It only fits if there is room for 190 mm of height.
- Deta DC412: 6 Ah less, 80 A less cranking power, the same LB1 case.

## Deta DA472 codes and part numbers

Shops, garages and catalogues identify the DA472 with these codes:

| Commercial reference | DA472 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 3661024024266 |
| Case size (EN) | LB1 |

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Deta DA472

Same dimensions and polarity as the DA472, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the DA472 can also be replaced by an EFB or AGM of the same size if you want more cycles.

| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide EA472 | Lead-acid | 47 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 175 |
| Tudor TA472 | Lead-acid | 47 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 175 |
| Fulmen FA472 | Lead-acid | 47 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 175 |
| Varta B18 | Lead-acid | 44 Ah | 440 A | 207 × 175 × 175 |
| Kronobat PB-44.0B | Lead-acid | 44 Ah | 440 A | 207 × 175 × 175 |
| Exide EB442 | Lead-acid | 44 Ah | 420 A | 207 × 175 × 175 |

Its Bosch equivalent is the Bosch S4 001, the same as for the Varta B18. Bosch is not part of our catalogue; we list it so you can compare.

## What to look at before buying the DA472

- Measure the space: the DA472 takes up 207 × 175 × 175 mm (European case size LB1).
- The DA472 has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
- Your current battery should say about 47 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- Cold cranking: 450 A (EN), equal to or higher than the original.
- If your car has Start-Stop, the DA472 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.

## Lead-acid technology in the DA472

Inside, the DA472 is classic lead-acid: liquid electrolyte and lead plates. It is a robust, well-known technology with a good capacity-to-price ratio, and still the basis of most cars, trucks and traction equipment.

## Frequently asked questions about the Deta DA472

### Deta DA472 or DB442?

Compared with the DA472, the Deta DB442 has 3 Ah less and 30 A less cranking power. The DA472 cranks harder; the DB442 is only a good option if your original battery says 420 A or less. Both measure 207 × 175 × 175 mm, so they fit the same tray.

### Deta DA472 or DB500: what changes?

Mainly the height: the DA472 is 175 mm tall (LB1) and the Deta DB500 190 mm (L1), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the DB500 offers 50 Ah and 450 A against 47 Ah and 450 A. Before choosing between the DA472 and the DB500, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.

### Can the Deta DA472 be used in a car with Start-Stop?

No. The DA472 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM.

### How much does the Deta DA472 weigh?

The DA472 weighs 11.4 kg. For reference, the Deta DB442 (44 Ah) weighs 10.6 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Deta DA472?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Exide EA472, Tudor TA472 and Fulmen FA472. As the DA472 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works. Its Bosch equivalent is the Bosch S4 001, the same as for the Varta B18. Bosch is not part of our catalogue; we list it so you can compare.

### What case size is the Deta DA472?

Case size LB1: 207 × 175 × 175 mm. The DA472 fits any standard LB1 battery tray such as the Exide EA472.

### Which side is the positive terminal on the Deta DA472?

The DA472 has the positive terminal on the right, looking at the battery from its long side with the terminals closest to you.

## More batteries to compare with the DA472

- [All car batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-batteries)
- [More Deta models](https://bateriasonline.es/en/deta-batteries)
- [Exide EA472](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-ea472) · 47 Ah, 450 A, 207×175×175 mm
- [Tudor TA472](https://bateriasonline.es/en/tudor-ta472) · 47 Ah, 450 A, 207×175×175 mm

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