Varta
Varta C6 · Car battery 12V 52Ah 520A
Reference: BOL-VARTA-C6 · EAN 4016987167373
The Varta C6 (ETN 552 401 052, also written C 6 or 552401052) is a car battery with 12 V, 52 Ah and 520 A cold cranking current, case size LB1 (207 × 175 × 175 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.
Varta C6 · Car battery 12V 52Ah 520A images
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 52Ah
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 520A
- Technology
- Lead-acid
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 207 × 175 × 175 mm
- Polarity
- Positive terminal on the right
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The Varta C6 at a glance
The Varta C6 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. If your car has no Start-Stop and had a 52 Ah battery, the C6 is a direct replacement.
At 52 Ah it covers petrol compacts and small diesels, the best-selling format in Europe. Varta lists the C6 in its Dynamic SLI line. See all Varta batteries
Varta C6 vs B18, C30 and A9: which one to choose?
How the C6 compares with Varta batteries of similar size and capacity:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta C6 (this one) | 52 Ah | 520 A | 207 × 175 × 175 | right | 11.84 kg |
| Varta B18 | 44 Ah | 440 A | 207 × 175 × 175 | right | 10.91 kg |
| Varta C30 | 54 Ah | 530 A | 207 × 175 × 190 | right | 12.59 kg |
| Varta A9 | 50 Ah | 540 A | 207 × 175 × 190 | right | 14.72 kg |
| Varta A17 | 41 Ah | 360 A | 207 × 175 × 175 | right | 10.68 kg |
- Varta B18: 8 Ah less, 80 A less cranking power, the same LB1 case.
- Varta C30: 2 Ah more, 10 A more 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 A9: 2 Ah less, 20 A more cranking power, a different height (190 mm instead of 175 mm, L1), AGM technology. It only fits if there is room for 190 mm of height.
- Varta A17: 11 Ah less, 160 A less cranking power, the same LB1 case.
Varta C6 codes and part numbers
Look for any of these C6 codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:
| Commercial reference | C6 (C 6) |
|---|---|
| ETN code | 552401052 (also 552 401 052) |
| EAN | 4016987167373 |
| Case size (EN) | LB1 |
| Case size according to Varta | T4/LB1 |
| UK code | 063 |
| Base hold-down | B13 |
| Also known as | Varta C 6 · Varta 552401052 · Varta 552 401 052 |
Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta C6
Same dimensions and polarity as the C6, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the C6 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 MS-52.0 | Lead-acid | 52 Ah | 520 A | 207 × 175 × 175 |
Before ordering the C6, check this
- Measure the space: the C6 takes up 207 × 175 × 175 mm (European case size LB1).
- With the terminals facing you, the positive terminal of the C6 is on the right.
- With 52 Ah, the C6 replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.
- Check the EN amps on your battery: if it says 520 A or less, the C6 covers your engine.
- If your car has Start-Stop, the C6 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.
What it means that the C6 is lead-acid
The C6 is a conventional lead-acid battery, with plates immersed in liquid electrolyte. In cars without energy management, the C6 needs no special registration: just connect it.
Frequently asked questions about the Varta C6
Varta C6 or B18?
Compared with the C6, the Varta B18 has 8 Ah less and 80 A less cranking power. The C6 cranks harder; the B18 is only a good option if your original battery says 440 A or less. Both measure 207 × 175 × 175 mm, so they fit the same tray.
Varta C6 or C30/A9: what changes?
Mainly the height: the C6 is 175 mm tall (LB1) and the Varta C30 190 mm (L1), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the C30 offers 54 Ah and 530 A against 52 Ah and 520 A. The Varta A9 is 190 mm tall, with 50 Ah and 540 A. Before choosing between the C6 and the C30, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.
What does the code 552 401 052 on the Varta C6 mean?
It is its ETN (European Type Number), also written 552401052. 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 (401) identifies the specific model within that capacity, and the last three digits (052) multiplied by 10 give the cold cranking current: 520 A.
Can the Varta C6 be used in a car with Start-Stop?
No. The C6 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 Varta A9.
How much does the Varta C6 weigh?
The C6 weighs 11.84 kg. For reference, the Varta B18 (44 Ah) weighs 10.91 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Varta C6?
With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Kronobat MS-52.0. As the C6 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.
What case size is the Varta C6?
Case size LB1: 207 × 175 × 175 mm (Varta lists it as T4/LB1). The C6 fits any standard LB1 battery tray such as the Kronobat MS-52.0.
Other options if you are unsure about the C6
- More car batteries
- The whole Varta range
- Varta C22 · 52 Ah, 470 A, 207×175×190 mm
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