# Varta B18 · Car battery 12V 44Ah 440A

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> Varta B18 (ETN 544402044): 44 Ah car battery, 440 A (EN), 207×175×175 mm, positive terminal on the right, LB1 case. Equivalent to Exide EB442.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-b18
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Varta
- **Reference**: BOL-VARTA-B18
- **EAN**: 4016987167519
- **MPN**: B18
- **Price**: 56,46 € (VAT incl., Spain)
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-06

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Varta |
| Range | VARTA Dynamic SLI |
| Application | Cars |
| Technology | Lead-acid |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 44 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 440 A |
| Length | 207 mm |
| Width | 175 mm |
| Height | 175 mm |
| Weight | 10.91 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the right |
| Case size | LB1 (207 × 175 × 175 mm) |
| ETN code | 544402044 |

## Quick description

The Varta B18 (ETN 544 402 044, also written B 18 or 544402044) is a car battery with 12 V, 44 Ah and 440 A cold cranking current, case size LB1 (207 × 175 × 175 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.

## Description

## Who the Varta B18 is for

The Varta B18 is made for petrol and diesel cars without automatic engine stop. If your car has no Start-Stop and had a 44 Ah battery, the B18 is a direct replacement.
At 44 Ah it is a small size: the usual choice for petrol superminis and city cars with little equipment. In the Varta catalogue, the B18 belongs to the Dynamic SLI line. [More Varta batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-batteries)

## Varta B18 codes and part numbers

Shops, garages and catalogues identify the B18 with these codes:

| Commercial reference | B18 (B 18) |
|---|---|
| ETN code | 544402044 (also 544 402 044) |
| EAN | 4016987167519 |
| Case size (EN) | LB1 |
| Case size according to Varta | T4/LB1 |
| UK code | 063 |
| Base hold-down | B13 |
| Also known as | Varta B 18 · Varta 544402044 · Varta 544 402 044 |
| Not to be confused with | Varta B19 (45 Ah, 400 A), Varta F18 (85 Ah, 800 A), Varta I18 (110 Ah, 680 A) |

## Varta B18 vs A17, B19 and C6: differences

Torn between the B18 and another similar Varta? This is what changes:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta B18 (this one) | 44 Ah | 440 A | 207 × 175 × 175 | right | 10.91 kg |
| Varta A17 | 41 Ah | 360 A | 207 × 175 × 175 | right | 10.68 kg |
| Varta B19 | 45 Ah | 400 A | 207 × 175 × 190 | right | 11.46 kg |
| Varta C6 | 52 Ah | 520 A | 207 × 175 × 175 | right | 11.84 kg |

- Varta A17: 3 Ah less, 80 A less cranking power, the same LB1 case.
- Varta B19: 1 Ah more, 40 A less cranking power, a different height (190 mm instead of 175 mm, L1). It only fits if there is room for 190 mm of height.
- Varta C6: 8 Ah more, 80 A more cranking power, the same LB1 case.

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta B18

Same dimensions and polarity as the B18, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the B18 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kronobat PB-44.0B | Lead-acid | 44 Ah | 440 A | 207 × 175 × 175 |
| Exide EB442 | Lead-acid | 44 Ah | 420 A | 207 × 175 × 175 |
| Tudor TB442 | Lead-acid | 44 Ah | 420 A | 207 × 175 × 175 |
| Fulmen FB442 | Lead-acid | 44 Ah | 420 A | 207 × 175 × 175 |
| Deta DB442 | Lead-acid | 44 Ah | 420 A | 207 × 175 × 175 |
| Exide EA472 | Lead-acid | 47 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 175 |

Its Bosch equivalent is the Bosch S4 001 (same ETN code 544 402 044). Bosch is not part of our catalogue; we list it so you can compare.

## What it means that the B18 is lead-acid

Inside, the B18 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.

## What to look at before buying the B18

- If your car has Start-Stop, the B18 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.
- Check the EN amps on your battery: if it says 440 A or less, the B18 covers your engine.
- Capacity of the B18: 44 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
- Polarity of the B18: positive terminal on the right (if yours has it on the other side, the cables will not reach).
- Length, width and height of the B18: 207 × 175 × 175 mm (European case size LB1).

## Frequently asked questions about the Varta B18

### Varta B18 or A17?

Compared with the B18, the Varta A17 has 3 Ah less and 80 A less cranking power. The B18 cranks harder; the A17 is only a good option if your original battery says 360 A or less. Both measure 207 × 175 × 175 mm, so they fit the same tray.

### Varta B18 or B19: what changes?

Mainly the height: the B18 is 175 mm tall (LB1) and the Varta B19 190 mm (L1), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the B19 offers 45 Ah and 400 A against 44 Ah and 440 A. Before choosing between the B18 and the B19, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.

### What does the code 544 402 044 on the Varta B18 mean?

It is its ETN (European Type Number), also written 544402044. The first three digits (544) encode voltage and capacity: 12 V and 44 Ah (5xx = under 100 Ah, 6xx = 100 to 199 Ah, 7xx = 200 Ah or more). The middle group (402) identifies the specific model within that capacity, and the last three digits (044) multiplied by 10 give the cold cranking current: 440 A.

### Can the Varta B18 be used in a car with Start-Stop?

No. The B18 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM.

### How much does the Varta B18 weigh?

The B18 weighs 10.91 kg. For reference, the Varta A17 (41 Ah) weighs 10.68 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Varta B18?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Kronobat PB-44.0B, Exide EB442 and Tudor TB442. As the B18 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works. Its Bosch equivalent is the Bosch S4 001 (same ETN code 544 402 044). Bosch is not part of our catalogue; we list it so you can compare.

### What case size is the Varta B18?

Case size LB1: 207 × 175 × 175 mm (Varta lists it as T4/LB1). The B18 fits any standard LB1 battery tray such as the Kronobat PB-44.0B.

## More batteries to compare with the B18

- [More car batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-batteries)
- [The whole Varta range](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-batteries)
- [Kronobat PB-44.0B](https://bateriasonline.es/en/kronobat-pb-44-0b) · 44 Ah, 440 A, 207×175×175 mm
- [Exide EB442](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-eb442) · 44 Ah, 420 A, 207×175×175 mm

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