Varta
Varta C22 · Car battery 12V 52Ah 470A
Reference: BOL-VARTA-C22 · EAN 4016987167564
Varta C22 (ETN 552 400 047, also written C 22 or 552400047): car battery with 12 V, 52 Ah and 470 A cold cranking current, case size L1 (207 × 175 × 190 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.
Varta C22 · Car battery 12V 52Ah 470A images
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 52Ah
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 470A
- Technology
- Lead-acid
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 207 × 175 × 190 mm
- Polarity
- Positive terminal on the right
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€53.03
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Where the Varta C22 fits
The Varta C22 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 52 Ah it covers petrol compacts and small diesels, the best-selling format in Europe. In the Varta catalogue, the C22 belongs to the Dynamic SLI line. See all Varta batteries
Part numbers and codes for the Varta C22
This is how the Varta C22 appears on the label and in parts catalogues:
| Commercial reference | C22 (C 22) |
|---|---|
| ETN code | 552400047 (also 552 400 047) |
| EAN | 4016987167564 |
| Case size (EN) | L1 |
| Case size according to Varta | H4/L1 |
| UK code | 012 |
| Base hold-down | B13 |
| Also known as | Varta C 22 · Varta 552400047 · Varta 552 400 047 |
| Not to be confused with | Varta C20 (55 Ah, 420 A) |
Varta C22 vs C30, C6 and B19: which one to choose?
What sets the C22 apart from its neighbours in the Varta range:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta C22 (this one) | 52 Ah | 470 A | 207 × 175 × 190 | right | 12.02 kg |
| Varta C30 | 54 Ah | 530 A | 207 × 175 × 190 | right | 12.59 kg |
| Varta C6 | 52 Ah | 520 A | 207 × 175 × 175 | right | 11.84 kg |
| Varta B19 | 45 Ah | 400 A | 207 × 175 × 190 | right | 11.46 kg |
- Varta C30: 2 Ah more, 60 A more cranking power, the same L1 case.
- Varta C6: the same capacity, 50 A more cranking power, a different height (175 mm instead of 190 mm, LB1). It is the option if your battery tray cannot take the 190 mm height of the C22.
- Varta B19: 7 Ah less, 70 A less cranking power, the same L1 case.
Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta C22
Batteries that fit the C22's tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the C22.
| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kronobat PB-52.0 | Lead-acid | 52 Ah | 470 A | 207 × 175 × 190 |
| Exide EB500 | Lead-acid | 50 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 190 |
| Tudor TB500 | Lead-acid | 50 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 190 |
| Fulmen FB500 | Lead-acid | 50 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 190 |
| Deta DB500 | Lead-acid | 50 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 190 |
| Exide EA530 | Lead-acid | 53 Ah | 540 A | 207 × 175 × 190 |
Its Bosch equivalent is the Bosch S4 002 (same ETN code 552 400 047). Bosch is not part of our catalogue; we list it so you can compare.
Lead-acid technology in the C22
Inside, the C22 is classic lead-acid: liquid electrolyte and lead plates. If the C22 is left discharged for weeks it sulphates: a maintenance charger prevents this.
Before ordering the C22, check this
- If your car has Start-Stop, the C22 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.
- Cold cranking: 470 A (EN), equal to or higher than the original.
- Your current battery should say about 52 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- With the terminals facing you, the positive terminal of the C22 is on the right.
- Measure the space: the C22 takes up 207 × 175 × 190 mm (European case size L1).
Frequently asked questions about the Varta C22
C22 or C30: which one suits me?
Compared with the C22, the Varta C30 has 2 Ah more and 60 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 530 A or more, choose the C30; if it says 470 A or less, the C22 is enough. Both measure 207 × 175 × 190 mm, so they fit the same tray.
Varta C22 or C6: what changes?
Mainly the height: the C22 is 190 mm tall (L1) and the Varta C6 175 mm (LB1), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the C6 offers 52 Ah and 520 A against 52 Ah and 470 A. Before choosing between the C22 and the C6, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.
What does the code 552 400 047 on the Varta C22 mean?
It is its ETN (European Type Number), also written 552400047. The first three digits (552) encode voltage and capacity: 12 V and 52 Ah (5xx = under 100 Ah, 6xx = 100 to 199 Ah, 7xx = 200 Ah or more). The middle group (400) identifies the specific model within that capacity, and the last three digits (047) multiplied by 10 give the cold cranking current: 470 A.
Can the Varta C22 be used in a car with Start-Stop?
No. The C22 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM.
How much does the Varta C22 weigh?
12.02 kg, with 52 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Varta C30 (54 Ah) weighs 12.59 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Varta C22?
With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Kronobat PB-52.0, Exide EB500 and Tudor TB500. As the C22 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works. Its Bosch equivalent is the Bosch S4 002 (same ETN code 552 400 047). Bosch is not part of our catalogue; we list it so you can compare.
What case size is the Varta C22?
Case size L1: 207 × 175 × 190 mm (Varta lists it as H4/L1). The C22 fits any standard L1 battery tray such as the Kronobat PB-52.0.
Keep comparing: alternatives to the C22
- Other car batteries
- Full Varta catalogue
- Kronobat PB-52.0 · 52 Ah, 470 A, 207×175×190 mm
- Exide EB500 · 50 Ah, 450 A, 207×175×190 mm
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