# Exide EB740 · Car battery 12V 74Ah 680A

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> Exide EB740: 74 Ah car battery, 680 A (EN), 278×175×190 mm, positive terminal on the right, L3 case. Equivalent to Tudor TB740 and Varta E11.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-eb740
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Exide
- **Reference**: BOL-EXIDE-EB740
- **EAN**: 3661024034555
- **MPN**: EB740
- **Price**: 60,43 € (VAT incl., Spain)
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-07

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Exide |
| Range | EXIDE Excell |
| Application | Cars |
| Technology | Lead-acid |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 74 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 680 A |
| Length | 278 mm |
| Width | 175 mm |
| Height | 190 mm |
| Weight | 16.6 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the right |
| Case size | L3 (278 × 175 × 190 mm) |

## Quick description

The Exide EB740 is a car battery with 12 V, 74 Ah and 680 A cold cranking current, case size L3 (278 × 175 × 190 mm), with the positive terminal on the right. If yours has the positive terminal on the left, you need the Exide EB741.

## Description

## The Exide EB740 at a glance

The Exide EB740 is made for petrol and diesel cars without automatic engine stop. The EB740 covers the daily routine of a car without automatic engine stop: cold starts, short trips and loads with the ignition off.
At 74 Ah it sits in the range of compact and mid-size diesels, SUVs and MPVs. The EB740 belongs to the Exide EXIDE Excell range. [The full range of Exide batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries)

## Exide EB740 codes and part numbers

This is how the Exide EB740 appears on the label and in parts catalogues:

| Commercial reference | EB740 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 3661024034555 |
| Case size (EN) | L3 |
| Not to be confused with | Exide EB741 (74 Ah, 680 A, positive terminal on the left), Exide EB440 (44 Ah, 400 A) |

## Exide EB740 vs EA770, EB741 and EB712: differences

How the EB740 compares with Exide batteries of similar size and capacity:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide EB740 (this one) | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | right | 16.6 kg |
| Exide EA770 | 77 Ah | 760 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | right | 17.4 kg |
| Exide EB741 | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | left | 16.6 kg |
| Exide EB712 | 71 Ah | 670 A | 278 × 175 × 175 | right | 15.3 kg |
| Exide EA722 | 72 Ah | 720 A | 278 × 175 × 175 | right | 15.8 kg |
| Exide EC700 | 70 Ah | 640 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | right | 16 kg |

- Exide EA770: 3 Ah more, 80 A more cranking power, the same L3 case.
- If the positive terminal of your battery is on the other side, the one you need is the Exide EB741 (positive terminal on the left).
- Exide EB712: 3 Ah less, 10 A less cranking power, a different height (175 mm instead of 190 mm, LB3). It is the option if your battery tray cannot take the 190 mm height of the EB740.
- Exide EA722: 2 Ah less, 40 A more cranking power, a different height (175 mm instead of 190 mm, LB3). It is the option if your battery tray cannot take the 190 mm height of the EB740.
- Exide EC700: 4 Ah less, 40 A less cranking power, the same L3 case.

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Exide EB740

Same dimensions and polarity as the EB740, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the EB740 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta E11 | Lead-acid | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 |
| Kronobat PB-74.0 | Lead-acid | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 |
| Tudor TB740 | Lead-acid | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 |
| Fulmen FB740 | Lead-acid | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 |
| Deta DB740 | Lead-acid | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 |
| Varta E13 | Lead-acid | 70 Ah | 640 A | 278 × 175 × 190 |

Its Bosch equivalent is the Bosch S4 008, the same as for the Varta E11. Bosch is not part of our catalogue; we list it so you can compare.

## Lead-acid technology in the EB740

Inside, the EB740 is classic lead-acid: liquid electrolyte and lead plates. If the EB740 is left discharged for weeks it sulphates: a maintenance charger prevents this.

## Check this before ordering the Exide EB740

- If your car has Start-Stop, the EB740 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.
- Check the EN amps on your battery: if it says 680 A or less, the EB740 covers your engine.
- With 74 Ah, the EB740 replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.
- The EB740 has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
- The EB740 needs 278 × 175 × 190 mm of space (European case size L3): measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.

## Frequently asked questions about the Exide EB740

### Exide EB740 or EA770?

Compared with the EB740, the Exide EA770 has 3 Ah more and 80 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 760 A or more, choose the EA770; if it says 680 A or less, the EB740 is enough. Both measure 278 × 175 × 190 mm, so they fit the same tray.

### What is the difference between the Exide EB740 and the EB741?

They are the same battery with the terminals swapped: positive terminal on the right on the EB740, positive terminal on the left on the EB741. Look at your current battery with the terminals facing you and pick the one that matches.

### Exide EB740 or EB712/EA722: what changes?

Mainly the height: the EB740 is 190 mm tall (L3) and the Exide EB712 175 mm (LB3), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the EB712 offers 71 Ah and 670 A against 74 Ah and 680 A. The Exide EA722 is 175 mm tall, with 72 Ah and 720 A. Before choosing between the EB740 and the EB712, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.

### Can the Exide EB740 be used in a car with Start-Stop?

No. The EB740 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM.

### How much does the Exide EB740 weigh?

The EB740 weighs 16.6 kg. For reference, the Exide EA770 (77 Ah) weighs 17.4 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Exide EB740?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Varta E11, Kronobat PB-74.0 and Tudor TB740. As the EB740 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works. Its Bosch equivalent is the Bosch S4 008, the same as for the Varta E11. Bosch is not part of our catalogue; we list it so you can compare.

### What case size is the Exide EB740?

Case size L3: 278 × 175 × 190 mm. The EB740 fits any standard L3 battery tray such as the Varta E11.

## Other options if you are unsure about the EB740

- [All car batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-batteries)
- [More Exide models](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries)
- [Varta E44](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-e44) · 77 Ah, 780 A, 278×175×190 mm
- [Tudor TA770](https://bateriasonline.es/en/tudor-ta770) · 77 Ah, 760 A, 278×175×190 mm

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