Kronobat
Kronobat SD-56.1 · Car battery 12V 56Ah 480A
Reference: BOL-KRONOBAT-SD-56.1
Kronobat SD-56.1: 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 left. Need the positive terminal on the right? The same battery is the Kronobat SD-56.0.
Kronobat SD-56.1 · 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 left
Price:
€67.57
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Who the Kronobat SD-56.1 is for
The Kronobat SD-56.1 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-56.1 belongs to the Kronobat STANDARD range. More Kronobat batteries
Kronobat SD-56.1 vs PB-60.1, SD-56.0 and MS-63.1: which one to choose?
The real differences between the SD-56.1 and the closest Kronobat models:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kronobat SD-56.1 (this one) | 56 Ah | 480 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | left | 13.9 kg |
| Kronobat PB-60.1 | 60 Ah | 540 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | left | 14.6 kg |
| Kronobat SD-56.0 | 56 Ah | 480 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | right | 13.9 kg |
| Kronobat MS-63.1 | 63 Ah | 610 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | left | 15.3 kg |
- Kronobat PB-60.1: 4 Ah more, 60 A more cranking power, the same L2 case.
- The Kronobat SD-56.0 is the same battery with the positive terminal on the other side: choose it if your current battery has the positive terminal on the right.
- Kronobat MS-63.1: 7 Ah more, 130 A more cranking power, the same L2 case.
Kronobat SD-56.1 codes and part numbers
Shops, garages and catalogues identify the SD-56.1 with these codes:
| Commercial reference | SD-56.1 |
|---|---|
| Case size (EN) | L2 |
| Not to be confused with | Kronobat SD-56.0 (56 Ah, 480 A, positive terminal on the right) |
Equivalents and alternatives to the Kronobat SD-56.1
Same dimensions and polarity as the SD-56.1, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the SD-56.1 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 C15 | Lead-acid | 56 Ah | 480 A | 242 × 175 × 190 |
What to look at before buying the SD-56.1
- Length, width and height of the SD-56.1: 242 × 175 × 190 mm (European case size L2).
- With the terminals facing you, the positive terminal of the SD-56.1 is on the left.
- Capacity of the SD-56.1: 56 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
- The SD-56.1 delivers 480 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
- If your car has Start-Stop, the SD-56.1 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.
Lead-acid technology in the SD-56.1
Inside, the SD-56.1 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-56.1
Kronobat SD-56.1 or PB-60.1?
Compared with the SD-56.1, the Kronobat PB-60.1 has 4 Ah more and 60 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 540 A or more, choose the PB-60.1; if it says 480 A or less, the SD-56.1 is enough. Both measure 242 × 175 × 190 mm, so they fit the same tray.
What is the difference between the Kronobat SD-56.1 and the SD-56.0?
They are the same battery with the terminals swapped: positive terminal on the left on the SD-56.1, positive terminal on the right on the SD-56.0. Look at your current battery with the terminals facing you and pick the one that matches.
Can the Kronobat SD-56.1 be used in a car with Start-Stop?
No. The SD-56.1 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM.
How much does the Kronobat SD-56.1 weigh?
The SD-56.1 weighs 13.9 kg. For reference, the Kronobat PB-60.1 (60 Ah) weighs 14.6 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Kronobat SD-56.1?
With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Varta C15. As the SD-56.1 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.
What case size is the Kronobat SD-56.1?
Case size L2: 242 × 175 × 190 mm. The SD-56.1 fits any standard L2 battery tray such as the Varta C15.
Which charger does the Kronobat SD-56.1 need?
An automatic lead-acid charger with cut-off or maintenance mode, rated at 10 to 20% of its capacity in amps. If it is a vented type, check the electrolyte level and top up only with distilled water.
More batteries to compare with the SD-56.1
- More car batteries
- More Kronobat models
- Varta C15 · 56 Ah, 480 A, 242×175×190 mm
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