Varta
Varta F6 · Car battery 12V 90Ah 720A
Reference: BOL-VARTA-F6 · EAN 4016987167809
Varta F6 (ETN 590 122 072, also written F 6 or 590122072): car battery with 12 V, 90 Ah and 720 A cold cranking current, case size L5 (353 × 175 × 190 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.
Varta F6 · Car battery 12V 90Ah 720A images
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 90Ah
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 720A
- Technology
- Lead-acid
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 353 × 175 × 190 mm
- Polarity
- Positive terminal on the right
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€103.36
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Who the Varta F6 is for
The Varta F6 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 90 Ah battery, the F6 is a direct replacement.
At 90 Ah it moves into large diesels, SUVs, vans and cars with heavy electrical equipment. Varta lists the F6 in its Dynamic SLI line. See all Varta batteries
Part numbers and codes for the Varta F6
Look for any of these F6 codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:
| Commercial reference | F6 (F 6) |
|---|---|
| ETN code | 590122072 (also 590 122 072) |
| EAN | 4016987167809 |
| Case size (EN) | L5 |
| Case size according to Varta | H8/L5 |
| UK code | 017 |
| Base hold-down | B13 |
| Also known as | Varta F 6 · Varta 590122072 · Varta 590 122 072 |
Varta F6 vs G3, F5 and H3: which one to choose?
What sets the F6 apart from its neighbours in the Varta range:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta F6 (this one) | 90 Ah | 720 A | 353 × 175 × 190 | right | 20.21 kg |
| Varta G3 | 95 Ah | 800 A | 353 × 175 × 190 | right | 20.69 kg |
| Varta F5 | 88 Ah | 740 A | 353 × 175 × 175 | right | 19.6 kg |
| Varta H3 | 100 Ah | 830 A | 353 × 175 × 190 | right | 21.67 kg |
- Varta G3: 5 Ah more, 80 A more cranking power, the same L5 case.
- Varta F5: 2 Ah less, 20 A more cranking power, a different height (175 mm instead of 190 mm, LB5). It is the option if your battery tray cannot take the 190 mm height of the F6.
- Varta H3: 10 Ah more, 110 A more cranking power, the same L5 case.
Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta F6
Batteries that fit the F6's tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the F6.
| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide EC900 | Lead-acid | 90 Ah | 720 A | 353 × 175 × 190 |
| Kronobat SD-90.0 | Lead-acid | 90 Ah | 720 A | 353 × 175 × 190 |
| Tudor TC900 | Lead-acid | 90 Ah | 720 A | 353 × 175 × 190 |
| Fulmen FC900 | Lead-acid | 90 Ah | 720 A | 353 × 175 × 190 |
| Deta DC900 | Lead-acid | 90 Ah | 720 A | 353 × 175 × 190 |
| Exide EB950 | Lead-acid | 95 Ah | 800 A | 353 × 175 × 190 |
Inside the F6: lead-acid technology
The F6 is a conventional lead-acid battery, with plates immersed in liquid electrolyte. In cars without energy management, the F6 needs no special registration: just connect it.
Check this before ordering the Varta F6
- If your car has Start-Stop, the F6 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.
- The F6 delivers 720 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
- With 90 Ah, the F6 replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.
- The F6 has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
- The F6 needs 353 × 175 × 190 mm of space (European case size L5): measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.
Frequently asked questions about the Varta F6
F6 or G3: which one suits me?
Compared with the F6, the Varta G3 has 5 Ah more and 80 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 800 A or more, choose the G3; if it says 720 A or less, the F6 is enough. Both measure 353 × 175 × 190 mm, so they fit the same tray.
Varta F6 or F5: what changes?
Mainly the height: the F6 is 190 mm tall (L5) and the Varta F5 175 mm (LB5), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the F5 offers 88 Ah and 740 A against 90 Ah and 720 A. Before choosing between the F6 and the F5, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.
What does the code 590 122 072 on the Varta F6 mean?
It is its ETN (European Type Number), also written 590122072. The first three digits (590) encode voltage and capacity: 12 V and 90 Ah (5xx = under 100 Ah, 6xx = 100 to 199 Ah, 7xx = 200 Ah or more). The middle group (122) identifies the specific model within that capacity, and the last three digits (072) multiplied by 10 give the cold cranking current: 720 A.
Can the Varta F6 be used in a car with Start-Stop?
No. The F6 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM.
How much does the Varta F6 weigh?
20.21 kg, with 90 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Varta G3 (95 Ah) weighs 20.69 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Varta F6?
With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Exide EC900, Kronobat SD-90.0 and Tudor TC900. As the F6 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.
What case size is the Varta F6?
Case size L5: 353 × 175 × 190 mm (Varta lists it as H8/L5). The F6 fits any standard L5 battery tray such as the Exide EC900.
More batteries to compare with the F6
- More car batteries
- The whole Varta range
- Exide EC900 · 90 Ah, 720 A, 353×175×190 mm
- Kronobat SD-90.0 · 90 Ah, 720 A, 353×175×190 mm
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