Kronobat
Kronobat SD-56.0 · Car battery 12V 56Ah 480A
Reference: BOL-KRONOBAT-SD-56.0
The Kronobat SD-56.0 is a car battery with 12 V, 56 Ah and 480 A cold cranking current, case size L2 (242 × 175 × 190 mm), with the positive terminal on the right. With the positive terminal on the left, the exact counterpart is the Kronobat SD-56.1.
Kronobat SD-56.0 · Car battery 12V 56Ah 480A images
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 56Ah
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 480A
- Technology
- Lead-acid
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 242 × 175 × 190 mm
- Polarity
- Positive terminal on the right
Price:
€53.31
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Who the Kronobat SD-56.0 is for
The Kronobat SD-56.0 is made for petrol and diesel cars without automatic engine stop. Its job is to start the engine in the cold with margin to spare and keep the car's electronics powered.
At 56 Ah it covers petrol compacts and small diesels, the best-selling format in Europe. The SD-56.0 belongs to the Kronobat STANDARD range. More Kronobat batteries
Kronobat SD-56.0 vs PB-60.0, SD-56.1 and SD-53.0: differences
Torn between the SD-56.0 and another similar Kronobat? This is what changes:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kronobat SD-56.0 (this one) | 56 Ah | 480 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | right | 13.9 kg |
| Kronobat PB-60.0 | 60 Ah | 540 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | right | 14.6 kg |
| Kronobat SD-56.1 | 56 Ah | 480 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | left | 13.9 kg |
| Kronobat SD-53.0 | 53 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 13.3 kg |
| Kronobat PE-60-EFB | 60 Ah | 640 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | right | 16.5 kg |
- Kronobat PB-60.0: 4 Ah more, 60 A more cranking power, the same L2 case.
- If the positive terminal of your battery is on the other side, the one you need is the Kronobat SD-56.1 (positive terminal on the left).
- Kronobat SD-53.0: 3 Ah less, 20 A more cranking power, a different height (175 mm instead of 190 mm, LB2). It is the option if your battery tray cannot take the 190 mm height of the SD-56.0.
- Kronobat PE-60-EFB: 4 Ah more, 160 A more cranking power, the same L2 case, EFB technology.
Kronobat SD-56.0 codes and part numbers
Shops, garages and catalogues identify the SD-56.0 with these codes:
| Commercial reference | SD-56.0 |
|---|---|
| Case size (EN) | L2 |
| Not to be confused with | Kronobat SD-53.0 (53 Ah, 500 A), Kronobat SD-56.1 (56 Ah, 480 A, positive terminal on the left) |
Equivalents and alternatives to the Kronobat SD-56.0
Same dimensions and polarity as the SD-56.0, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the SD-56.0 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 C14 | Lead-acid | 56 Ah | 480 A | 242 × 175 × 190 |
| Exide EC550 | Lead-acid | 55 Ah | 460 A | 242 × 175 × 190 |
| Tudor TC550 | Lead-acid | 55 Ah | 460 A | 242 × 175 × 190 |
| Fulmen FC550 | Lead-acid | 55 Ah | 460 A | 242 × 175 × 190 |
| Deta DC550 | Lead-acid | 55 Ah | 460 A | 242 × 175 × 190 |
Check this before ordering the Kronobat SD-56.0
- The SD-56.0 needs 242 × 175 × 190 mm of space (European case size L2): measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.
- The SD-56.0 has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
- Capacity of the SD-56.0: 56 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
- Cold cranking: 480 A (EN), equal to or higher than the original.
- If your car has Start-Stop, the SD-56.0 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.
What it means that the SD-56.0 is lead-acid
Inside, the SD-56.0 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 SD-56.0
Kronobat SD-56.0 or PB-60.0?
Compared with the SD-56.0, the Kronobat PB-60.0 has 4 Ah more and 60 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 540 A or more, choose the PB-60.0; if it says 480 A or less, the SD-56.0 is enough. Both measure 242 × 175 × 190 mm, so they fit the same tray.
What is the difference between the Kronobat SD-56.0 and the SD-56.1?
They are the same battery with the terminals swapped: positive terminal on the right on the SD-56.0, positive terminal on the left on the SD-56.1. Look at your current battery with the terminals facing you and pick the one that matches.
Kronobat SD-56.0 or SD-53.0: what changes?
Mainly the height: the SD-56.0 is 190 mm tall (L2) and the Kronobat SD-53.0 175 mm (LB2), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the SD-53.0 offers 53 Ah and 500 A against 56 Ah and 480 A. Before choosing between the SD-56.0 and the SD-53.0, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.
Can the Kronobat SD-56.0 be used in a car with Start-Stop?
No. The SD-56.0 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM; in this same size there is the Kronobat PE-60-EFB.
How much does the Kronobat SD-56.0 weigh?
The SD-56.0 weighs 13.9 kg. For reference, the Kronobat PB-60.0 (60 Ah) weighs 14.6 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Kronobat SD-56.0?
With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Varta C14, Exide EC550 and Tudor TC550. As the SD-56.0 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.
What case size is the Kronobat SD-56.0?
Case size L2: 242 × 175 × 190 mm. The SD-56.0 fits any standard L2 battery tray such as the Varta C14.
Other options if you are unsure about the SD-56.0
- More car batteries
- The whole Kronobat range
- Varta C14 · 56 Ah, 480 A, 242×175×190 mm
- Exide EC550 · 55 Ah, 460 A, 242×175×190 mm
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