Tudor
Tudor TB740 · Car battery 12V 74Ah 680A
Reference: BOL-TUDOR-TB740 · EAN 3661024054553
Tudor TB740: 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. Need the positive terminal on the left? The same battery is the Tudor TB741.
Tudor TB740 · Car battery 12V 74Ah 680A images
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 74Ah
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 680A
- Technology
- Lead-acid
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 278 × 175 × 190 mm
- Polarity
- Positive terminal on the right
Price:
€60.43
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Where the Tudor TB740 fits
The Tudor TB740 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 TB740 is a direct replacement.
At 74 Ah it sits in the range of compact and mid-size diesels, SUVs and MPVs. The TB740 belongs to the Tudor TUDOR TECHNICA range. See all Tudor batteries
Tudor TB740 vs TA770, TB741 and TB712: which one to choose?
The real differences between the TB740 and the closest Tudor models:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudor TB740 (this one) | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | right | 16.6 kg |
| Tudor TA770 | 77 Ah | 760 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | right | 17.4 kg |
| Tudor TB741 | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | left | 16.6 kg |
| Tudor TB712 | 71 Ah | 670 A | 278 × 175 × 175 | right | 15.3 kg |
| Tudor TA722 | 72 Ah | 720 A | 278 × 175 × 175 | right | 15.8 kg |
| Tudor TC700 | 70 Ah | 640 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | right | 16 kg |
- Tudor TA770: 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 Tudor TB741 (positive terminal on the left).
- Tudor TB712: 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 TB740.
- Tudor TA722: 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 TB740.
- Tudor TC700: 4 Ah less, 40 A less cranking power, the same L3 case.
Part numbers and codes for the Tudor TB740
Shops, garages and catalogues identify the TB740 with these codes:
| Commercial reference | TB740 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 3661024054553 |
| Case size (EN) | L3 |
| Not to be confused with | Tudor TB440 (44 Ah, 400 A), Tudor TB741 (74 Ah, 680 A, positive terminal on the left) |
Equivalents and alternatives to the Tudor TB740
Batteries that fit the TB740's tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the TB740.
| 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 |
| Kronobat PB-74.0 | 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.
Before ordering the TB740, check this
- The TB740 needs 278 × 175 × 190 mm of space (European case size L3): measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.
- With the terminals facing you, the positive terminal of the TB740 is on the right.
- Your current battery should say about 74 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- Cold cranking: 680 A (EN), equal to or higher than the original.
- If your car has Start-Stop, the TB740 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.
Lead-acid technology in the TB740
Inside, the TB740 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 Tudor TB740
TB740 or TA770: which one suits me?
Compared with the TB740, the Tudor TA770 has 3 Ah more and 80 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 760 A or more, choose the TA770; if it says 680 A or less, the TB740 is enough. Both measure 278 × 175 × 190 mm, so they fit the same tray.
Tudor TB740 or TB741: what is the difference?
Only the polarity: the TB740 has the positive terminal on the right and the TB741 the positive terminal on the left. Capacity (74 Ah), cranking power and dimensions are identical.
Tudor TB740 or TB712/TA722: what changes?
Mainly the height: the TB740 is 190 mm tall (L3) and the Tudor TB712 175 mm (LB3), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the TB712 offers 71 Ah and 670 A against 74 Ah and 680 A. The Tudor TA722 is 175 mm tall, with 72 Ah and 720 A. Before choosing between the TB740 and the TB712, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.
Can the Tudor TB740 be used in a car with Start-Stop?
No. The TB740 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM.
How much does the Tudor TB740 weigh?
16.6 kg, with 74 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Tudor TA770 (77 Ah) weighs 17.4 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Tudor TB740?
With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Varta E11, Exide EB740 and Kronobat PB-74.0. As the TB740 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 Tudor TB740?
Case size L3: 278 × 175 × 190 mm. The TB740 fits any standard L3 battery tray such as the Varta E11.
Other options if you are unsure about the TB740
- All car batteries
- The whole Tudor range
- Varta E44 · 77 Ah, 780 A, 278×175×190 mm
- Exide EA770 · 77 Ah, 760 A, 278×175×190 mm
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