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Varta LA105 · Boat battery 12V 105Ah 950A

Reference: BOL-VARTA-LA105 · EAN 4016987167014

The Varta LA105 (ETN 840 105 095, also written 840105095) is a boat battery with 12 V, 105 Ah and 950 A cold cranking current, case size L6 (394 × 175 × 190 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.

Where the Varta LA105 fits

The Varta LA105 is made for marine use. Check whether your boat needs starting, service or a dual-purpose battery before choosing.

In the Varta catalogue, the LA105 belongs to the Professional AGM line. The full range of Varta batteries

Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta LA105

No other reference in the catalogue fully matches the dimensions and polarity of the LA105; you will find the closest ones among our marine and boat batteries.

Varta LA105 vs LA95 and LA80: which one to choose?

Torn between the LA105 and another similar Varta? This is what changes:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)PositiveWeight
Varta LA105 (this one)105 Ah950 A394 × 175 × 190right28.53 kg
Varta LA9595 Ah850 A353 × 175 × 190right25.73 kg
Varta LA8080 Ah800 A315 × 175 × 190right22.56 kg
  • Varta LA95: 10 Ah less, 100 A less cranking power, a different case (353 × 175 × 190 mm).
  • Varta LA80: 25 Ah less, 150 A less cranking power, a different case (315 × 175 × 190 mm).

What it means that the LA105 is AGM

Inside, the LA105 has glass fibre separators (AGM) that hold the electrolyte. It is fitted in cars with advanced Start-Stop and in deep-cycle equipment.

Before ordering the LA105, check this

  • Measure the space: the LA105 takes up 394 × 175 × 190 mm (European case size L6).
  • Polarity of the LA105: positive terminal on the right (if yours has it on the other side, the cables will not reach).
  • Your current battery should say about 105 Ah; a little more is also fine.
  • The LA105 delivers 950 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.

Varta LA105 codes and part numbers

Shops, garages and catalogues identify the LA105 with these codes:

Commercial referenceLA105
ETN code840105095 (also 840 105 095)
EAN4016987167014
Case size (EN)L6
Case size according to VartaH9/L6
UK code020AGM
Base hold-downB13
Also known asVarta 840105095 · Varta 840 105 095

Frequently asked questions about the Varta LA105

Varta LA105 or LA95?

Compared with the LA105, the Varta LA95 has 10 Ah less and 100 A less cranking power. The LA105 cranks harder; the LA95 is only a good option if your original battery says 850 A or less. Mind the space: the LA95 measures 353 × 175 × 190 mm.

What is the ETN code of the Varta LA105?

840105095, also written 840 105 095. The ETN (European Type Number) is printed on the label and used in parts catalogues.

How much does the Varta LA105 weigh?

The LA105 weighs 28.53 kg. For reference, the Varta LA95 (95 Ah) weighs 25.73 kg.

What case size is the Varta LA105?

Case size L6: 394 × 175 × 190 mm (Varta lists it as H9/L6). The LA105 fits any standard L6 battery tray.

Which side is the positive terminal on the Varta LA105?

The LA105 has the positive terminal on the right, looking at the battery from its long side with the terminals closest to you.

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