Tudor
Tudor TC542 · Car battery 12V 54Ah 500A
Reference: BOL-TUDOR-TC542 · EAN 3661024054850
The Tudor TC542 is a car battery with 12 V, 54 Ah and 500 A cold cranking current, case size LB2 (242 × 175 × 175 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.
Tudor TC542 · Car battery 12V 54Ah 500A images
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 54Ah
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 500A
- Technology
- Lead-acid
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 242 × 175 × 175 mm
- Polarity
- Positive terminal on the right
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€73.12
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Who the Tudor TC542 is for
The Tudor TC542 is a starter battery for cars without Start-Stop: it delivers the current the starter motor needs and then powers lights, control units and audio with the engine off. Its job is to start the engine in the cold with margin to spare and keep the car's electronics powered.
At 54 Ah it covers petrol compacts and small diesels, the best-selling format in Europe. The TC542 belongs to the Tudor TUDOR Standard range. See all Tudor batteries
Part numbers and codes for the Tudor TC542
The TC542 is listed under these codes on labels, in garages and in catalogues:
| Commercial reference | TC542 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 3661024054850 |
| Case size (EN) | LB2 |
| Terminal type | EN taper post |
Tudor TC542 vs TB602, TC550 and TA612
How the TC542 compares with Tudor batteries of similar size and capacity:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudor TC542 (this one) | 54 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 12.9 kg |
| Tudor TB602 | 60 Ah | 540 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 12.9 kg |
| Tudor TC550 | 55 Ah | 460 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | right | 13.3 kg |
| Tudor TA612 | 61 Ah | 600 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 13.9 kg |
- Tudor TB602: 6 Ah more, 40 A more cranking power, the same LB2 case.
- Tudor TC550: 1 Ah more, 40 A less cranking power, a different height (190 mm instead of 175 mm, L2). It only fits if there is room for 190 mm of height.
- Tudor TA612: 7 Ah more, 100 A more cranking power, the same LB2 case.
Equivalents and alternatives to the Tudor TC542
Batteries that fit the TC542's tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the TC542.
| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide EC542 | Lead-acid | 54 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 |
| Fulmen FC542 | Lead-acid | 54 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 |
| Deta DC542 | Lead-acid | 54 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 |
| Varta C11 | Lead-acid | 53 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 |
| Kronobat SD-53.0 | Lead-acid | 53 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 |
| Odyssey ODP-AGM96R | TPPL | 52 Ah | 600 A | 241 × 175 × 173 |
Lead-acid technology in the TC542
The TC542 is a conventional lead-acid battery, with plates immersed in liquid electrolyte. Avoid leaving them discharged, as they sulphate, and charge them with a charger that cuts off or switches to maintenance when finished.
Check this before ordering the Tudor TC542
- If your car has Start-Stop, the TC542 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.
- Check the EN amps on your battery: if it says 500 A or less, the TC542 covers your engine.
- With 54 Ah, the TC542 replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.
- The TC542 has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
- Measure the space: the TC542 takes up 242 × 175 × 175 mm (European case size LB2).
Frequently asked questions about the Tudor TC542
TC542 or TB602: which one suits me?
Compared with the TC542, the Tudor TB602 has 6 Ah more and 40 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 540 A or more, choose the TB602; if it says 500 A or less, the TC542 is enough. Both measure 242 × 175 × 175 mm, so they fit the same tray.
Tudor TC542 or TC550: what changes?
Mainly the height: the TC542 is 175 mm tall (LB2) and the Tudor TC550 190 mm (L2), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the TC550 offers 55 Ah and 460 A against 54 Ah and 500 A. Before choosing between the TC542 and the TC550, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.
Can the Tudor TC542 be used in a car with Start-Stop?
No. The TC542 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 Odyssey ODP-AGM96R.
How much does the Tudor TC542 weigh?
12.9 kg, with 54 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Tudor TB602 (60 Ah) weighs 12.9 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Tudor TC542?
With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Exide EC542, Fulmen FC542 and Deta DC542. As the TC542 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.
What case size is the Tudor TC542?
Case size LB2: 242 × 175 × 175 mm. The TC542 fits any standard LB2 battery tray such as the Exide EC542.
Which side is the positive terminal on the Tudor TC542?
On the TC542, the positive terminal is on the right with the terminals facing you: compare it with your current battery, because with reversed polarity the cables will not reach.
Keep comparing: alternatives to the TC542
- Other car batteries
- The whole Tudor range
- Exide EC542 · 54 Ah, 500 A, 242×175×175 mm
- Fulmen FC542 · 54 Ah, 500 A, 242×175×175 mm
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