# Varta LA70 · Boat battery 12V 70Ah 760A

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> Varta LA70 (ETN 840070076): 70 Ah boat battery, 760 A (EN), 278×175×190 mm, positive terminal on the right, AGM. Equivalent to Exide EP600.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-la70
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Varta
- **Reference**: BOL-VARTA-LA70
- **EAN**: 4016987166987
- **MPN**: LA70
- **Price**: 137,66 € (VAT incl., Spain)
- **Last updated**: 2026-10-27

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Varta |
| Range | VARTA Professional Dual Purpose AGM |
| Application | Boats |
| Technology | AGM |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 70 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 760 A |
| Length | 278 mm |
| Width | 175 mm |
| Height | 190 mm |
| Weight | 20.3 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the right |
| Case size | L3 (278 × 175 × 190 mm) |
| ETN code | 840070076 |

## Quick description

Varta LA70 (ETN 840 070 076, also written 840070076): boat battery with 12 V, 70 Ah and 760 A cold cranking current, case size L3 (278 × 175 × 190 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.

## Description

## Who the Varta LA70 is for

The Varta LA70 is a battery for boats: engine starting or on-board service, depending on its design, with resistance to damp and hull vibration. Fit the LA70 securely on board and away from bilge water.
Varta lists the LA70 in its Professional AGM line. [More Varta batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-batteries)

## Inside the LA70: AGM technology

The LA70 is AGM: the electrolyte is absorbed in glass fibre mats, so it is sealed and spill-proof. It withstands many more cycles than a conventional lead battery, at the cost of being more sensitive to overcharging.

## Varta LA70 vs LA60 and LA80: differences

What sets the LA70 apart from its neighbours in the Varta range:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta LA70 (this one) | 70 Ah | 760 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | right | 20.3 kg |
| Varta LA60 | 60 Ah | 680 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | right | 17.29 kg |
| Varta LA80 | 80 Ah | 800 A | 315 × 175 × 190 | right | 22.56 kg |

- Varta LA60: 10 Ah less, 80 A less cranking power, a different case (242 × 175 × 190 mm).
- Varta LA80: 10 Ah more, 40 A more cranking power, a different case (315 × 175 × 190 mm).

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta LA70

As the LA70 is an AGM battery, we only list other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: neither an EFB nor a conventional battery can replace it.

| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide EP600 | AGM | 70 Ah | 760 A | 278 × 175 × 190 |
| Exide EQ600 | AGM | 70 Ah | 760 A | 278 × 175 × 190 |

## Varta LA70 codes and part numbers

The LA70 is listed under these codes on labels, in garages and in catalogues:

| Commercial reference | LA70 |
|---|---|
| ETN code | 840070076 (also 840 070 076) |
| EAN | 4016987166987 |
| Case size (EN) | L3 |
| Case size according to Varta | H6/L3 |
| UK code | 096AGM |
| Base hold-down | B13 |
| Also known as | Varta 840070076 · Varta 840 070 076 |
| Not to be confused with | Varta LA80 (80 Ah, 800 A), Varta LA60 (60 Ah, 680 A), Varta LA50 (50 Ah, 540 A) |

## Check this before ordering the Varta LA70

- The LA70 delivers 760 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
- Your current battery should say about 70 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- Polarity of the LA70: positive terminal on the right (if yours has it on the other side, the cables will not reach).
- The LA70 needs 278 × 175 × 190 mm of space (European case size L3): measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.

## Frequently asked questions about the Varta LA70

### Varta LA70 or LA60?

Compared with the LA70, the Varta LA60 has 10 Ah less and 80 A less cranking power. The LA70 cranks harder; the LA60 is only a good option if your original battery says 680 A or less. Mind the space: the LA60 measures 242 × 175 × 190 mm.

### What is the ETN code of the Varta LA70?

840070076, also written 840 070 076. The ETN (European Type Number) is printed on the label and used in parts catalogues.

### How much does the Varta LA70 weigh?

The LA70 weighs 20.3 kg. For reference, the Varta LA60 (60 Ah) weighs 17.29 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Varta LA70?

Only other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: Exide EP600 and Exide EQ600. Neither an EFB nor a conventional battery replaces the LA70.

### What case size is the Varta LA70?

Case size L3: 278 × 175 × 190 mm (Varta lists it as H6/L3). The LA70 fits any standard L3 battery tray such as the Exide EP600.

### Which side is the positive terminal on the Varta LA70?

The LA70 has the positive terminal on the right, looking at the battery from its long side with the terminals closest to you.

### Which charger does the Varta LA70 need?

A charger with an AGM mode that limits voltage to about 14.4-14.7 V. Never an old unregulated charger: overcharging dries out an AGM beyond repair.

## Keep comparing: alternatives to the LA70

- [All marine and boat batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/marine-boat-batteries)
- [Full Varta catalogue](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-batteries)
- [Exide EP600](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-ep600) · 70 Ah, 760 A, 278×175×190 mm
- [Exide EQ600](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-eq600) · 70 Ah, 760 A, 278×175×190 mm

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