Exide
Exide EA406 · Car battery 12V 40Ah 350A
Reference: BOL-EXIDE-EA406 · EAN 3661024037433
The Exide EA406 is a car battery with 12 V, 40 Ah and 350 A cold cranking current, measuring 187 × 127 × 220 mm, with the positive terminal on the right.
Exide EA406 · Car battery 12V 40Ah 350A images
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 40Ah
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 350A
- Technology
- Lead-acid
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 187 × 127 × 220 mm
- Polarity
- Positive terminal on the right
Price:
€71.84
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Who the Exide EA406 is for
The Exide EA406 is made for petrol and diesel cars without automatic engine stop. The EA406 covers the daily routine of a car without automatic engine stop: cold starts, short trips and loads with the ignition off.
At 40 Ah it is a small size: the usual choice for petrol superminis and city cars with little equipment. The EA406 belongs to the Exide EXIDE Premium range. See all Exide batteries
Exide EA406 vs EA386 and EB356
Torn between the EA406 and another similar Exide? This is what changes:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide EA406 (this one) | 40 Ah | 350 A | 187 × 127 × 220 | right | 9.3 kg |
| Exide EA386 | 38 Ah | 300 A | 187 × 127 × 220 | right | 9.9 kg |
| Exide EB356 | 35 Ah | 240 A | 187 × 127 × 220 | right | 8.9 kg |
- Exide EA386: 2 Ah less, 50 A less cranking power, the same dimensions.
- Exide EB356: 5 Ah less, 110 A less cranking power, the same dimensions.
Part numbers and codes for the Exide EA406
Shops, garages and catalogues identify the EA406 with these codes:
| Commercial reference | EA406 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 3661024037433 |
| Not to be confused with | Exide EA456 (45 Ah, 390 A) |
Equivalents and alternatives to the Exide EA406
Batteries that fit the EA406's tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the EA406.
| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudor TA406 | Lead-acid | 40 Ah | 350 A | 187 × 127 × 220 |
| Fulmen FA406 | Lead-acid | 40 Ah | 350 A | 187 × 127 × 220 |
| Deta DA406 | Lead-acid | 40 Ah | 350 A | 187 × 127 × 220 |
What to look at before buying the EA406
- Length, width and height of the EA406: 187 × 127 × 220 mm.
- The EA406 has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
- Your current battery should say about 40 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- The EA406 delivers 350 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
- If your car has Start-Stop, the EA406 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.
Lead-acid technology in the EA406
Inside, the EA406 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 Exide EA406
EA406 or EA386: which one suits me?
Compared with the EA406, the Exide EA386 has 2 Ah less and 50 A less cranking power. The EA406 cranks harder; the EA386 is only a good option if your original battery says 300 A or less. Both measure 187 × 127 × 220 mm, so they fit the same tray.
Can the Exide EA406 be used in a car with Start-Stop?
No. The EA406 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM.
How much does the Exide EA406 weigh?
9.3 kg, with 40 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Exide EA386 (38 Ah) weighs 9.9 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Exide EA406?
With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Tudor TA406, Fulmen FA406 and Deta DA406. As the EA406 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.
Which side is the positive terminal on the Exide EA406?
On the EA406, the positive terminal is on the right with the terminals facing you: compare it with your current battery, because with reversed polarity the cables will not reach.
How long does a car battery like the Exide EA406 last?
Between 4 and 6 years in normal use. Very short trips, extreme heat and leaving the car parked for weeks without starting it shorten its life.
More batteries to compare with the EA406
- Other car batteries
- The whole Exide range
- Tudor TA406 · 40 Ah, 350 A, 187×127×220 mm
- Fulmen FA406 · 40 Ah, 350 A, 187×127×220 mm
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