# Varta D48 · Car battery 12V 60Ah 540A

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> Varta D48 (ETN 560411054): 60 Ah car battery, 540 A (EN), 232×173×225 mm, positive terminal on the left, D23 case. Equivalent to Exide EL605.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-d48
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Varta
- **Reference**: BOL-VARTA-D48
- **EAN**: 4016987167618
- **MPN**: D48
- **Price**: 63,23 € (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 | 60 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 540 A |
| Length | 232 mm |
| Width | 173 mm |
| Height | 225 mm |
| Weight | 14.12 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the left |
| Case size | D23 (232 × 173 × 225 mm) |
| ETN code | 560411054 |

## Quick description

Varta D48 (ETN 560 411 054, also written D 48 or 560411054): car battery with 12 V, 60 Ah and 540 A cold cranking current, case size D23 (232 × 173 × 225 mm), with the positive terminal on the left. Need the positive terminal on the right? The same battery is the Varta D47.

## Description

## Where the Varta D48 fits

The Varta D48 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 60 Ah battery, the D48 is a direct replacement.
At 60 Ah it covers petrol compacts and small diesels, the best-selling format in Europe. Varta lists the D48 in its Dynamic SLI line. [See all Varta batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-batteries)

## Varta D48 codes and part numbers

The D48 is listed under these codes on labels, in garages and in catalogues:

| Commercial reference | D48 (D 48) |
|---|---|
| ETN code | 560411054 (also 560 411 054) |
| EAN | 4016987167618 |
| Case size (EN) | D23 |
| Case size according to Varta | D23R |
| UK code | 014 |
| Base hold-down | B00 |
| Also known as | Varta D 48 · Varta 560411054 · Varta 560 411 054 · D23R |
| Not to be confused with | Varta D43 (60 Ah, 540 A), Varta D47 (60 Ah, 540 A, positive terminal on the right) |

## Varta D48 vs E24, D47 and D39: differences

The real differences between the D48 and the closest Varta models:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta D48 (this one) | 60 Ah | 540 A | 232 × 173 × 225 | left | 14.12 kg |
| Varta E24 | 70 Ah | 630 A | 261 × 175 × 220 | left | 16.09 kg |
| Varta D47 | 60 Ah | 540 A | 232 × 173 × 225 | right | 14.12 kg |
| Varta D39 | 63 Ah | 610 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | left | 14.78 kg |

- Varta E24: 10 Ah more, 90 A more cranking power, a different case (261 × 175 × 220 mm).
- If the positive terminal of your battery is on the other side, the one you need is the Varta D47 (positive terminal on the right).
- Varta D39: 3 Ah more, 70 A more cranking power, a different case (242 × 175 × 190 mm).

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta D48

Same dimensions and polarity as the D48, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the D48 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-60.1T | Lead-acid | 60 Ah | 540 A | 232 × 173 × 225 |
| Exide EL605 | EFB | 60 Ah | 520 A | 230 × 173 × 222 |
| Tudor TL605 | EFB | 60 Ah | 520 A | 230 × 173 × 222 |
| Fulmen FL605 | EFB | 60 Ah | 520 A | 230 × 173 × 222 |

## Inside the D48: lead-acid technology

The D48 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.

## What to look at before buying the D48

- If your car has Start-Stop, the D48 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.
- The D48 delivers 540 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
- With 60 Ah, the D48 replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.
- The D48 has the positive terminal on the left: compare it with your current battery.
- The D48 needs 232 × 173 × 225 mm of space (European case size D23): measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.

## Frequently asked questions about the Varta D48

### Varta D48 or E24?

Compared with the D48, the Varta E24 has 10 Ah more and 90 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 630 A or more, choose the E24; if it says 540 A or less, the D48 is enough. Mind the space: the E24 measures 261 × 175 × 220 mm.

### What is the difference between the Varta D48 and the D47?

They are the same battery with the terminals swapped: positive terminal on the left on the D48, positive terminal on the right on the D47. Look at your current battery with the terminals facing you and pick the one that matches. That is why their ETNs only differ in the middle group: 560 411 054 for the D48 and 560 410 054 for the D47.

### What does the code 560 411 054 on the Varta D48 mean?

It is its ETN (European Type Number), also written 560411054. The first three digits (560) encode voltage and capacity: 12 V and 60 Ah (5xx = under 100 Ah, 6xx = 100 to 199 Ah, 7xx = 200 Ah or more). The middle group (411) identifies the specific model within that capacity, and the last three digits (054) multiplied by 10 give the cold cranking current: 540 A. Its twin with the positive terminal on the other side, the Varta D47, is 560 410 054: only the middle group changes.

### Can the Varta D48 be used in a car with Start-Stop?

No. The D48 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 EL605.

### How much does the Varta D48 weigh?

The D48 weighs 14.12 kg. For reference, the Varta E24 (70 Ah) weighs 16.09 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Varta D48?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Kronobat PB-60.1T, Exide EL605 and Tudor TL605. As the D48 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.

### What case size is the Varta D48?

Case size D23: 232 × 173 × 225 mm (Varta lists it as D23R). The D48 fits any standard D23 battery tray such as the Kronobat PB-60.1T.

## Other options if you are unsure about the D48

- [More car batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-batteries)
- [More Varta models](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-batteries)
- [Kronobat PB-60.1T](https://bateriasonline.es/en/kronobat-pb-60-1t) · 60 Ah, 540 A, 232×173×225 mm
- [Exide EL605](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-el605) · 60 Ah, 520 A, 230×173×222 mm

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