Varta
Varta C30 · Car battery 12V 54Ah 530A
Reference: BOL-VARTA-C30 · EAN 4016987167380
Varta C30 (ETN 554 400 053, also written C 30 or 554400053): car battery with 12 V, 54 Ah and 530 A cold cranking current, case size L1 (207 × 175 × 190 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.
Varta C30 · Car battery 12V 54Ah 530A images
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 54Ah
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 530A
- Technology
- Lead-acid
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 207 × 175 × 190 mm
- Polarity
- Positive terminal on the right
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€65.77
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Who the Varta C30 is for
The Varta C30 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 54 Ah it covers petrol compacts and small diesels, the best-selling format in Europe. In the Varta catalogue, the C30 belongs to the Dynamic SLI line. The full range of Varta batteries
Part numbers and codes for the Varta C30
This is how the Varta C30 appears on the label and in parts catalogues:
| Commercial reference | C30 (C 30) |
|---|---|
| ETN code | 554400053 (also 554 400 053) |
| EAN | 4016987167380 |
| Case size (EN) | L1 |
| Case size according to Varta | H4/L1 |
| UK code | 012 |
| Base hold-down | B13 |
| Also known as | Varta C 30 · Varta 554400053 · Varta 554 400 053 |
| Not to be confused with | Varta C20 (55 Ah, 420 A), Varta C40 (240 Ah, 1,200 A) |
Varta C30 vs C22, C6 and B19: differences
The real differences between the C30 and the closest Varta models:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta C30 (this one) | 54 Ah | 530 A | 207 × 175 × 190 | right | 12.59 kg |
| Varta C22 | 52 Ah | 470 A | 207 × 175 × 190 | right | 12.02 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 C22: 2 Ah less, 60 A less cranking power, the same L1 case.
- Varta C6: 2 Ah less, 10 A less 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 C30.
- Varta B19: 9 Ah less, 130 A less cranking power, the same L1 case.
Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta C30
Batteries that fit the C30's tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the C30.
| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kronobat MS-54.0 | Lead-acid | 54 Ah | 530 A | 207 × 175 × 190 |
| Exide EA530 | Lead-acid | 53 Ah | 540 A | 207 × 175 × 190 |
| Tudor TA530 | Lead-acid | 53 Ah | 540 A | 207 × 175 × 190 |
| Fulmen FA530 | Lead-acid | 53 Ah | 540 A | 207 × 175 × 190 |
| Deta DA530 | Lead-acid | 53 Ah | 540 A | 207 × 175 × 190 |
| Exide EL550 | EFB | 55 Ah | 540 A | 207 × 175 × 190 |
Lead-acid technology in the C30
Inside, the C30 is classic lead-acid: liquid electrolyte and lead plates. If the C30 is left discharged for weeks it sulphates: a maintenance charger prevents this.
Before ordering the C30, check this
- If your car has Start-Stop, the C30 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.
- Cold cranking: 530 A (EN), equal to or higher than the original.
- Your current battery should say about 54 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- With the terminals facing you, the positive terminal of the C30 is on the right.
- The C30 needs 207 × 175 × 190 mm of space (European case size L1): measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.
Frequently asked questions about the Varta C30
C30 or C22: which one suits me?
Compared with the C30, the Varta C22 has 2 Ah less and 60 A less cranking power. The C30 cranks harder; the C22 is only a good option if your original battery says 470 A or less. Both measure 207 × 175 × 190 mm, so they fit the same tray.
Varta C30 or C6: what changes?
Mainly the height: the C30 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 54 Ah and 530 A. Before choosing between the C30 and the C6, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.
What does the code 554 400 053 on the Varta C30 mean?
It is its ETN (European Type Number), also written 554400053. The first three digits (554) encode voltage and capacity: 12 V and 54 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 (053) multiplied by 10 give the cold cranking current: 530 A.
Can the Varta C30 be used in a car with Start-Stop?
No. The C30 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 Exide EL550.
How much does the Varta C30 weigh?
12.59 kg, with 54 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Varta C22 (52 Ah) weighs 12.02 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Varta C30?
With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Kronobat MS-54.0, Exide EA530 and Tudor TA530. As the C30 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.
What case size is the Varta C30?
Case size L1: 207 × 175 × 190 mm (Varta lists it as H4/L1). The C30 fits any standard L1 battery tray such as the Kronobat MS-54.0.
More batteries to compare with the C30
- Other car batteries
- Full Varta catalogue
- Kronobat MS-54.0 · 54 Ah, 530 A, 207×175×190 mm
- Exide EA530 · 53 Ah, 540 A, 207×175×190 mm
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