# Exide EF1853 · Truck battery 12V 185Ah 1,150A

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> Exide EF1853: 185 Ah truck battery, 1,150 A (EN), 513×223×223 mm. Equivalent to Tudor TF1853 and Varta M10.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-ef1853
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Exide
- **Reference**: BOL-EXIDE-EF1853
- **EAN**: 3661024035316
- **MPN**: EF1853
- **Price**: 221,29 € (VAT incl., Spain)
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-06

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Exide |
| Range | EXIDE Power Pro (HDX) |
| Application | Trucks and commercial vehicles |
| Technology | Lead-acid |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 185 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 1150 A |
| Length | 513 mm |
| Width | 223 mm |
| Height | 223 mm |
| Weight | 43.9 kg |
| Terminal layout | 3 |

## Quick description

The Exide EF1853 is a truck battery with 12 V, 185 Ah and 1,150 A cold cranking current, measuring 513 × 223 × 223 mm.

## Description

## The Exide EF1853 at a glance

The Exide EF1853 is a starter battery for trucks, tractors and machinery: high capacity, robust terminals and a build that withstands vibration and the starts of large engines. The EF1853 is fitted alone or in pairs, in series, for the 24 V system of many trucks.
The EF1853 belongs to the Exide EXIDE Power Pro (HDX) range. [See all Exide batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries)

## What it means that the EF1853 is lead-acid

The EF1853 is a conventional lead-acid battery, with plates immersed in liquid electrolyte. In cars without energy management, the EF1853 needs no special registration: just connect it.

## Exide EF1853 vs EF1723 and ED1803: which one to choose?

How the EF1853 compares with Exide batteries of similar size and capacity:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide EF1853 (this one) | 185 Ah | 1,150 A | 513 × 223 × 223 | 43.9 kg |
| Exide EF1723 | 172 Ah | 1,390 A | 513 × 223 × 223 | 48.8 kg |
| Exide ED1803 | 180 Ah | 900 A | 513 × 223 × 223 | 49.7 kg |

- Exide EF1723: 13 Ah less, 240 A more cranking power, the same dimensions.
- Exide ED1803: 5 Ah less, 250 A less cranking power, the same dimensions.

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Exide EF1853

Batteries that fit the EF1853's tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the EF1853.

| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudor TF1853 | Lead-acid | 185 Ah | 1,150 A | 513 × 223 × 223 |
| Fulmen FF1853 | Lead-acid | 185 Ah | 1,150 A | 513 × 223 × 223 |
| Deta DF1853 | Lead-acid | 185 Ah | 1,150 A | 513 × 223 × 223 |
| Varta M10 | Lead-acid | 190 Ah | 1,200 A | 513 × 223 × 223 |
| Varta L3 | Lead-acid | 190 Ah | 1,200 A | 513 × 223 × 223 |
| Varta M7 | Lead-acid | 180 Ah | 1,100 A | 513 × 223 × 223 |

## Part numbers and codes for the Exide EF1853

Look for any of these EF1853 codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:

| Commercial reference | EF1853 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 3661024035316 |
| Not to be confused with | Exide EE1853 (185 Ah, 1,100 A), Exide EF1453 (145 Ah, 900 A) |

## Check this before ordering the Exide EF1853

- Check the EN amps on your battery: if it says 1,150 A or less, the EF1853 covers your engine.
- Your current battery should say about 185 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- The EF1853 needs 513 × 223 × 223 mm of space: measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.

## Frequently asked questions about the Exide EF1853

### EF1853 or EF1723: which one suits me?

Compared with the EF1853, the Exide EF1723 has 13 Ah less and 240 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 1,390 A or more, choose the EF1723; if it says 1,150 A or less, the EF1853 is enough. Both measure 513 × 223 × 223 mm, so they fit the same tray.

### How much does the Exide EF1853 weigh?

43.9 kg, with 185 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Exide EF1723 (172 Ah) weighs 48.8 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Exide EF1853?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Tudor TF1853, Fulmen FF1853 and Deta DF1853. As the EF1853 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.

## Keep comparing: alternatives to the EF1853

- [All truck, commercial and agricultural vehicle batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/truck-agricultural-batteries)
- [The whole Exide range](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries)
- [Tudor TF1853](https://bateriasonline.es/en/tudor-tf1853) · 185 Ah, 1,150 A, 513×223×223 mm
- [Fulmen FF1853](https://bateriasonline.es/en/fulmen-ff1853) · 185 Ah, 1,150 A, 513×223×223 mm

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