# Varta F18 · Car battery 12V 85Ah 800A

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> Varta F18 (ETN 585200080): 85 Ah car battery, 800 A (EN), 315×175×175 mm, positive terminal on the right, LB4 case. Equivalent to Exide EA852.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-f18
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Varta
- **Reference**: BOL-VARTA-F18
- **EAN**: 4016987167434
- **MPN**: F18
- **Price**: 95,57 € (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 | 85 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 800 A |
| Length | 315 mm |
| Width | 175 mm |
| Height | 175 mm |
| Weight | 18.57 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the right |
| Case size | LB4 (315 × 175 × 175 mm) |
| ETN code | 585200080 |

## Quick description

The Varta F18 (ETN 585 200 080, also written F 18 or 585200080) is a car battery with 12 V, 85 Ah and 800 A cold cranking current, case size LB4 (315 × 175 × 175 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.

## Description

## Who the Varta F18 is for

The Varta F18 is made for petrol and diesel cars without automatic engine stop. The F18 covers the daily routine of a car without automatic engine stop: cold starts, short trips and loads with the ignition off.
At 85 Ah it moves into large diesels, SUVs, vans and cars with heavy electrical equipment. In the Varta catalogue, the F18 belongs to the Dynamic SLI line. [The full range of Varta batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-batteries)

## Varta F18 vs F17, F19 and E46: which one to choose?

How the F18 compares with Varta batteries of similar size and capacity:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta F18 (this one) | 85 Ah | 800 A | 315 × 175 × 175 | right | 18.57 kg |
| Varta F17 | 80 Ah | 740 A | 315 × 175 × 175 | right | 17.89 kg |
| Varta F19 | 85 Ah | 800 A | 315 × 175 × 190 | right | 19.15 kg |
| Varta E46 | 75 Ah | 730 A | 315 × 175 × 175 | right | 20.55 kg |

- Varta F17: 5 Ah less, 60 A less cranking power, the same LB4 case.
- Varta F19: the same capacity, the same cranking power, a different height (190 mm instead of 175 mm, L4). It only fits if there is room for 190 mm of height.
- Varta E46: 10 Ah less, 70 A less cranking power, the same LB4 case, EFB technology.

## Varta F18 codes and part numbers

This is how the Varta F18 appears on the label and in parts catalogues:

| Commercial reference | F18 (F 18) |
|---|---|
| ETN code | 585200080 (also 585 200 080) |
| EAN | 4016987167434 |
| Case size (EN) | LB4 |
| Case size according to Varta | T7/LB4 |
| UK code | 110 |
| Base hold-down | B13 |
| Also known as | Varta F 18 · Varta 585200080 · Varta 585 200 080 |
| Not to be confused with | Varta B18 (44 Ah, 440 A), Varta F10 (88 Ah, 680 A), Varta F16 (80 Ah, 740 A) |

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta F18

Same dimensions and polarity as the F18, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the F18 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide EA852 | Lead-acid | 85 Ah | 800 A | 315 × 175 × 175 |
| Tudor TA852 | Lead-acid | 85 Ah | 800 A | 315 × 175 × 175 |
| Fulmen FA852 | Lead-acid | 85 Ah | 800 A | 315 × 175 × 175 |
| Deta DA852 | Lead-acid | 85 Ah | 800 A | 315 × 175 × 175 |
| Kronobat PB-80.0B | Lead-acid | 80 Ah | 740 A | 315 × 175 × 175 |
| Varta F17 | Lead-acid | 80 Ah | 740 A | 315 × 175 × 175 |

Its Bosch equivalent is the Bosch S5 010 (same ETN code 585 200 080). Bosch is not part of our catalogue; we list it so you can compare.

## What to look at before buying the F18

- Length, width and height of the F18: 315 × 175 × 175 mm (European case size LB4).
- The F18 has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
- Capacity of the F18: 85 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
- Check the EN amps on your battery: if it says 800 A or less, the F18 covers your engine.
- If your car has Start-Stop, the F18 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.

## Inside the F18: lead-acid technology

Inside, the F18 is classic lead-acid: liquid electrolyte and lead plates. If the F18 is left discharged for weeks it sulphates: a maintenance charger prevents this.

## Frequently asked questions about the Varta F18

### Varta F18 or F17?

Compared with the F18, the Varta F17 has 5 Ah less and 60 A less cranking power. The F18 cranks harder; the F17 is only a good option if your original battery says 740 A or less. Both measure 315 × 175 × 175 mm, so they fit the same tray.

### Varta F18 or F19: what changes?

Mainly the height: the F18 is 175 mm tall (LB4) and the Varta F19 190 mm (L4), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the F19 offers 85 Ah and 800 A against 85 Ah and 800 A. Before choosing between the F18 and the F19, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.

### What does the code 585 200 080 on the Varta F18 mean?

It is its ETN (European Type Number), also written 585200080. The first three digits (585) encode voltage and capacity: 12 V and 85 Ah (5xx = under 100 Ah, 6xx = 100 to 199 Ah, 7xx = 200 Ah or more). The middle group (200) identifies the specific model within that capacity, and the last three digits (080) multiplied by 10 give the cold cranking current: 800 A.

### Can the Varta F18 be used in a car with Start-Stop?

No. The F18 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 E46.

### How much does the Varta F18 weigh?

The F18 weighs 18.57 kg. For reference, the Varta F17 (80 Ah) weighs 17.89 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Varta F18?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Exide EA852, Tudor TA852 and Fulmen FA852. As the F18 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works. Its Bosch equivalent is the Bosch S5 010 (same ETN code 585 200 080). Bosch is not part of our catalogue; we list it so you can compare.

### What case size is the Varta F18?

Case size LB4: 315 × 175 × 175 mm (Varta lists it as T7/LB4). The F18 fits any standard LB4 battery tray such as the Exide EA852.

## Keep comparing: alternatives to the F18

- [Other car batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-batteries)
- [Full Varta catalogue](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-batteries)
- [Exide EA852](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-ea852) · 85 Ah, 800 A, 315×175×175 mm
- [Tudor TA852](https://bateriasonline.es/en/tudor-ta852) · 85 Ah, 800 A, 315×175×175 mm

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