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Varta H16 · Truck battery 12V 105Ah 800A

Reference: BOL-VARTA-H16 · EAN 4016987166529

Varta H16 (ETN 605 103 080, also written H 16 or 605103080): truck battery with 12 V, 105 Ah and 800 A cold cranking current, measuring 330 × 172 × 238 mm.

Who the Varta H16 is for

The Varta H16 is a starter battery for trucks, tractors and machinery: high capacity, robust terminals and a build that withstands vibration and the starts of large engines. The H16 is fitted alone or in pairs, in series, for the 24 V system of many trucks.

Varta lists the H16 in its Promotive SLI line. See all Varta batteries

Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta H16

Same dimensions and polarity as the H16, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the H16 can also be replaced by an EFB or AGM of the same size if you want more cycles.

ModelTechnologyCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)
Kronobat HD-105.9Lead-acid105 Ah800 A330 × 172 × 240
Exide EG110BLead-acid110 Ah950 A330 × 173 × 240
Tudor TG110BLead-acid110 Ah950 A330 × 173 × 240
Fulmen FG110BLead-acid110 Ah950 A330 × 173 × 240
Varta H17Lead-acid105 Ah800 A330 × 172 × 238

Varta H16 vs I5 and I18: which one to choose?

The real differences between the H16 and the closest Varta models:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)Weight
Varta H16 (this one)105 Ah800 A330 × 172 × 23824.67 kg
Varta I5110 Ah680 A347 × 173 × 23426.8 kg
Varta I18110 Ah680 A349 × 175 × 23628.71 kg
  • Varta I5: 5 Ah more, 120 A less cranking power, a different case (347 × 173 × 234 mm).
  • Varta I18: 5 Ah more, 120 A less cranking power, a different case (349 × 175 × 236 mm).

Lead-acid technology in the H16

The H16 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 H16

  • Measure the space: the H16 takes up 330 × 172 × 238 mm.
  • With 105 Ah, the H16 replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.
  • Cold cranking: 800 A (EN), equal to or higher than the original.

Varta H16 codes and part numbers

The H16 is listed under these codes on labels, in garages and in catalogues:

Commercial referenceH16 (H 16)
ETN code605103080 (also 605 103 080)
EAN4016987166529
Case size according to VartaGR31
Base hold-downB01
Also known asVarta H 16 · Varta 605103080 · Varta 605 103 080 · GR31
Not to be confused withVarta F16 (80 Ah, 740 A, positive terminal on the right), Varta A16 (40 Ah, 340 A, positive terminal on the right), Varta I16 (120 Ah, 760 A)

Frequently asked questions about the Varta H16

Varta H16 or I5?

Compared with the H16, the Varta I5 has 5 Ah more and 120 A less cranking power. The H16 cranks harder; the I5 is only a good option if your original battery says 680 A or less. Mind the space: the I5 measures 347 × 173 × 234 mm.

What does the code 605 103 080 on the Varta H16 mean?

It is its ETN (European Type Number), also written 605103080. The first three digits (605) encode voltage and capacity: 12 V and 105 Ah (5xx = under 100 Ah, 6xx = 100 to 199 Ah, 7xx = 200 Ah or more). The middle group (103) identifies the specific model within that capacity, and the last three digits (080) multiplied by 10 give the cold cranking current: 800 A.

How much does the Varta H16 weigh?

The H16 weighs 24.67 kg. For reference, the Varta I5 (110 Ah) weighs 26.8 kg.

Which battery is equivalent to the Varta H16?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Kronobat HD-105.9, Exide EG110B and Tudor TG110B. As the H16 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.

Which charger does the Varta H16 need?

An automatic lead-acid charger with cut-off or maintenance mode, rated at 10 to 20% of its capacity in amps. If it is a vented type, check the electrolyte level and top up only with distilled water.

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