# Exide EA472 · Car battery 12V 47Ah 450A

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> Exide EA472: 47 Ah car battery, 450 A (EN), 207×175×175 mm, positive terminal on the right, LB1 case. Equivalent to Tudor TA472.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-ea472
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Exide
- **Reference**: BOL-EXIDE-EA472
- **EAN**: 3661024034265
- **MPN**: EA472
- **Price**: 44,51 € (VAT incl., Spain)
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-06

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Exide |
| Range | EXIDE Premium |
| 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

Exide EA472: 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 Exide EA472 at a glance

The Exide EA472 is made for petrol and diesel cars without automatic engine stop. The EA472 covers the daily routine of a car without automatic engine stop: cold starts, short trips and loads with the ignition off.
At 47 Ah it covers petrol compacts and small diesels, the best-selling format in Europe. The EA472 belongs to the Exide EXIDE Premium range. [The full range of Exide batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries)

## Exide EA472 vs EB442, EB500 and EC412

The real differences between the EA472 and the closest Exide models:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide EA472 (this one) | 47 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 175 | right | 11.4 kg |
| Exide EB442 | 44 Ah | 420 A | 207 × 175 × 175 | right | 10.6 kg |
| Exide EB500 | 50 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 190 | right | 12.1 kg |
| Exide EC412 | 41 Ah | 370 A | 207 × 175 × 175 | right | 10.6 kg |

- Exide EB442: 3 Ah less, 30 A less cranking power, the same LB1 case.
- Exide EB500: 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.
- Exide EC412: 6 Ah less, 80 A less cranking power, the same LB1 case.

## Part numbers and codes for the Exide EA472

Shops, garages and catalogues identify the EA472 with these codes:

| Commercial reference | EA472 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 3661024034265 |
| Case size (EN) | LB1 |

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Exide EA472

Batteries that fit the EA472's tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the EA472.

| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudor TA472 | Lead-acid | 47 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 175 |
| Fulmen FA472 | Lead-acid | 47 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 175 |
| Deta DA472 | 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 |
| Tudor TB442 | 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.

## Before ordering the EA472, check this

- Measure the space: the EA472 takes up 207 × 175 × 175 mm (European case size LB1).
- With the terminals facing you, the positive terminal of the EA472 is on the right.
- Capacity of the EA472: 47 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
- Cold cranking: 450 A (EN), equal to or higher than the original.
- If your car has Start-Stop, the EA472 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.

## Inside the EA472: lead-acid technology

Inside, the EA472 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 EA472

### EA472 or EB442: which one suits me?

Compared with the EA472, the Exide EB442 has 3 Ah less and 30 A less cranking power. The EA472 cranks harder; the EB442 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.

### Exide EA472 or EB500: what changes?

Mainly the height: the EA472 is 175 mm tall (LB1) and the Exide EB500 190 mm (L1), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the EB500 offers 50 Ah and 450 A against 47 Ah and 450 A. Before choosing between the EA472 and the EB500, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.

### Can the Exide EA472 be used in a car with Start-Stop?

No. The EA472 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM.

### How much does the Exide EA472 weigh?

11.4 kg, with 47 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Exide EB442 (44 Ah) weighs 10.6 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Exide EA472?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Tudor TA472, Fulmen FA472 and Deta DA472. As the EA472 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 Exide EA472?

Case size LB1: 207 × 175 × 175 mm. The EA472 fits any standard LB1 battery tray such as the Tudor TA472.

### Which side is the positive terminal on the Exide EA472?

On the EA472, 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.

## More batteries to compare with the EA472

- [All car batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-batteries)
- [Full Exide catalogue](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries)
- [Tudor TA472](https://bateriasonline.es/en/tudor-ta472) · 47 Ah, 450 A, 207×175×175 mm
- [Fulmen FA472](https://bateriasonline.es/en/fulmen-fa472) · 47 Ah, 450 A, 207×175×175 mm

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