# Kronobat PB-74.0 · Car battery 12V 74Ah 680A

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> Kronobat PB-74.0: 74 Ah car battery, 680 A (EN), 278×175×190 mm, positive terminal on the right, L3 case. Equivalent to Exide EB740.

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- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Kronobat
- **Reference**: BOL-KRONOBAT-PB-74.0
- **MPN**: PB-74.0
- **Price**: 59,73 € (VAT incl., Spain)
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-07

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Kronobat |
| Range | PREMIUM |
| 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 | 17.3 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the right |
| Case size | L3 (278 × 175 × 190 mm) |

## Quick description

The Kronobat PB-74.0 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. With the positive terminal on the left, the exact counterpart is the Kronobat PB-74.1B.

## Description

## The Kronobat PB-74.0 at a glance

The Kronobat PB-74.0 is made for petrol and diesel cars without automatic engine stop. If your car has no Start-Stop and had a 74 Ah battery, the PB-74.0 is a direct replacement.
At 74 Ah it sits in the range of compact and mid-size diesels, SUVs and MPVs. The PB-74.0 belongs to the Kronobat PREMIUM range. [The full range of Kronobat batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/kronobat-batteries)

## Kronobat PB-74.0 vs MS-77.0, PB-74.1B and PB-72.0B: which one to choose?

How the PB-74.0 compares with Kronobat batteries of similar size and capacity:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kronobat PB-74.0 (this one) | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | right | 17.3 kg |
| Kronobat MS-77.0 | 77 Ah | 780 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | right | 18.3 kg |
| Kronobat PB-74.1B | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | left | 17.3 kg |
| Kronobat PB-72.0B | 72 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 175 | right | 16.6 kg |
| Kronobat MS-74.0 | 74 Ah | 750 A | 278 × 175 × 175 | right | 17.4 kg |
| Kronobat SD-70.0 | 70 Ah | 640 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | right | 16.9 kg |

- Kronobat MS-77.0: 3 Ah more, 100 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 Kronobat PB-74.1B (positive terminal on the left).
- Kronobat PB-72.0B: 2 Ah less, the same 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 PB-74.0.
- Kronobat MS-74.0: the same capacity, 70 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 PB-74.0.
- Kronobat SD-70.0: 4 Ah less, 40 A less cranking power, the same L3 case.

## Part numbers and codes for the Kronobat PB-74.0

Shops, garages and catalogues identify the PB-74.0 with these codes:

| Commercial reference | PB-74.0 |
|---|---|
| Case size (EN) | L3 |
| Not to be confused with | Kronobat PB-44.0 (44 Ah, 420 A) |

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Kronobat PB-74.0

Batteries that fit the PB-74.0's tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the PB-74.0.

| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta E11 | Lead-acid | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 |
| Exide EB740 | 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 |
| Exide EC700 | 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.

## Check this before ordering the Kronobat PB-74.0

- Length, width and height of the PB-74.0: 278 × 175 × 190 mm (European case size L3).
- The PB-74.0 has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
- Capacity of the PB-74.0: 74 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
- The PB-74.0 delivers 680 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
- If your car has Start-Stop, the PB-74.0 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.

## Inside the PB-74.0: lead-acid technology

Inside, the PB-74.0 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 Kronobat PB-74.0

### PB-74.0 or MS-77.0: which one suits me?

Compared with the PB-74.0, the Kronobat MS-77.0 has 3 Ah more and 100 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 780 A or more, choose the MS-77.0; if it says 680 A or less, the PB-74.0 is enough. Both measure 278 × 175 × 190 mm, so they fit the same tray.

### Kronobat PB-74.0 or PB-74.1B: what is the difference?

Only the polarity: the PB-74.0 has the positive terminal on the right and the PB-74.1B the positive terminal on the left. Capacity (74 Ah), cranking power and dimensions are identical.

### Kronobat PB-74.0 or PB-72.0B/MS-74.0: what changes?

Mainly the height: the PB-74.0 is 190 mm tall (L3) and the Kronobat PB-72.0B 175 mm (LB3), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the PB-72.0B offers 72 Ah and 680 A against 74 Ah and 680 A. The Kronobat MS-74.0 is 175 mm tall, with 74 Ah and 750 A. Before choosing between the PB-74.0 and the PB-72.0B, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.

### Can the Kronobat PB-74.0 be used in a car with Start-Stop?

No. The PB-74.0 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM.

### How much does the Kronobat PB-74.0 weigh?

17.3 kg, with 74 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Kronobat MS-77.0 (77 Ah) weighs 18.3 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Kronobat PB-74.0?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Varta E11, Exide EB740 and Tudor TB740. As the PB-74.0 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 Kronobat PB-74.0?

Case size L3: 278 × 175 × 190 mm. The PB-74.0 fits any standard L3 battery tray such as the Varta E11.

## Other options if you are unsure about the PB-74.0

- [More car batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-batteries)
- [More Kronobat models](https://bateriasonline.es/en/kronobat-batteries)
- [Varta E44](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-e44) · 77 Ah, 780 A, 278×175×190 mm
- [Exide EA770](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-ea770) · 77 Ah, 760 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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