# Exide 49901(U1L-250) · Lawn mower battery 12V 24Ah 250A

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> Exide 49901(U1L-250): 24 Ah lawn mower battery, 250 A (EN), 197×132×186 mm, positive terminal on the left. Equivalent to Exide 4901 and Exide U1L-250.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-49901-u1l-250
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Exide
- **Reference**: BOL-EXIDE-49901(U1L-250)
- **MPN**: 49901(U1L-250)
- **Last updated**: 2026-10-27

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Exide |
| Range | EXIDE Garden |
| Application | Lawn mowers and garden machinery |
| Technology | Lead-acid |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 24 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 250 A |
| Length | 197 mm |
| Width | 132 mm |
| Height | 186 mm |
| Weight | 7.9 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the left |

## Quick description

Exide 49901(U1L-250): lawn mower battery with 12 V, 24 Ah and 250 A cold cranking current, measuring 197 × 132 × 186 mm, with the positive terminal on the left. With the positive terminal on the right, the exact counterpart is the Exide 49900(U1R-250).

## Description

## Who the Exide 49901(U1L-250) is for

The Exide 49901(U1L-250) is a starter battery for ride-on mowers and garden machinery: small, 12 V and with enough cranking power for single-cylinder engines. Check polarity and terminal type: garden machinery uses several formats.
The 49901(U1L-250) belongs to the Exide EXIDE Garden range. [The full range of Exide batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries)

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Exide 49901(U1L-250)

Batteries that fit the 49901(U1L-250)'s tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the 49901(U1L-250).

| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide 4901 | Lead-acid | 24 Ah | 250 A | 197 × 132 × 186 |
| Exide U1L-250 | Lead-acid | 24 Ah | 250 A | 197 × 132 × 186 |

## Exide 49901(U1L-250) vs U1-9 and 49900(U1R-250): which one to choose?

The real differences between the 49901(U1L-250) and the closest Exide models:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide 49901(U1L-250) (this one) | 24 Ah | 250 A | 197 × 132 × 186 | left | 7.9 kg |
| Exide U1-9 | 24 Ah | 240 A | 195 × 130 × 180 | left | 8.3 kg |
| Exide 49900(U1R-250) | 24 Ah | 250 A | 197 × 132 × 186 | right | 7.9 kg |

- Exide U1-9: the same capacity, 10 A less cranking power, a different case (195 × 130 × 180 mm).
- Exide 49900(U1R-250): identical to the 49901(U1L-250) except for the positive terminal, which is on the other side (positive terminal on the right).

## What it means that the 49901(U1L-250) is lead-acid

The 49901(U1L-250) is a conventional lead-acid battery, with plates immersed in liquid electrolyte. In cars without energy management, the 49901(U1L-250) needs no special registration: just connect it.

## Check this before ordering the Exide 49901(U1L-250)

- Measure the space: the 49901(U1L-250) takes up 197 × 132 × 186 mm.
- Polarity of the 49901(U1L-250): positive terminal on the left (if yours has it on the other side, the cables will not reach).
- Your current battery should say about 24 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- Cold cranking: 250 A (EN), equal to or higher than the original.

## Frequently asked questions about the Exide 49901(U1L-250)

### 49901(U1L-250) or U1-9: which one suits me?

Compared with the 49901(U1L-250), the Exide U1-9 has 10 A less cranking power. The 49901(U1L-250) cranks harder; the U1-9 is only a good option if your original battery says 240 A or less. Mind the space: the U1-9 measures 195 × 130 × 180 mm.

### Exide 49901(U1L-250) or 49900(U1R-250): what is the difference?

Only the polarity: the 49901(U1L-250) has the positive terminal on the left and the 49900(U1R-250) the positive terminal on the right. Capacity (24 Ah), cranking power and dimensions are identical.

### How much does the Exide 49901(U1L-250) weigh?

7.9 kg, with 24 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Exide U1-9 (24 Ah) weighs 8.3 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Exide 49901(U1L-250)?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Exide 4901 and Exide U1L-250. As the 49901(U1L-250) is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.

### Why is the mower battery dead every spring?

Because it spends the winter discharging. Charge it before storing the machine and give it a maintenance charge every two months, or disconnect it.

## Keep comparing: alternatives to the 49901(U1L-250)

- [Other lawn mower and garden machinery batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/lawn-mower-garden-batteries)
- [Full Exide catalogue](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries)
- [Exide 4901](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-4901) · 24 Ah, 250 A, 197×132×186 mm
- [Exide U1L-250](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-u1l-250) · 24 Ah, 250 A, 197×132×186 mm

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