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Varta LA95 · Boat battery 12V 95Ah 850A

Reference: BOL-VARTA-LA95 · EAN 4016987167007

Varta LA95 (ETN 840 095 085, also written 840095085): boat battery with 12 V, 95 Ah and 850 A cold cranking current, case size L5 (353 × 175 × 190 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.

The Varta LA95 at a glance

The Varta LA95 is a battery for boats: engine starting or on-board service, depending on its design, with resistance to damp and hull vibration. With 95 Ah, the LA95 suits boats that had a battery of that capacity.

Varta lists the LA95 in its Professional AGM line. See all Varta batteries

Inside the LA95: AGM technology

The LA95 is AGM: the electrolyte is absorbed in glass fibre mats, so it is sealed and spill-proof. Being sealed, the LA95 can be fitted in the boot or under a seat with no risk of spills.

Varta LA95 vs LA80 and LA105: differences

The real differences between the LA95 and the closest Varta models:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)PositiveWeight
Varta LA95 (this one)95 Ah850 A353 × 175 × 190right25.73 kg
Varta LA8080 Ah800 A315 × 175 × 190right22.56 kg
Varta LA105105 Ah950 A394 × 175 × 190right28.53 kg
  • Varta LA80: 15 Ah less, 50 A less cranking power, a different case (315 × 175 × 190 mm).
  • Varta LA105: 10 Ah more, 100 A more cranking power, a different case (394 × 175 × 190 mm).

Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta LA95

Other AGM batteries that fit the LA95's tray with the same polarity: an AGM can only be replaced by another AGM.

ModelTechnologyCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)
Exide EP800AGM95 Ah850 A353 × 175 × 190
Exide EQ800AGM95 Ah850 A353 × 175 × 190

Part numbers and codes for the Varta LA95

Look for any of these LA95 codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:

Commercial referenceLA95
ETN code840095085 (also 840 095 085)
EAN4016987167007
Case size (EN)L5
Case size according to VartaH8/L5
UK code019AGM
Base hold-downB13
Also known asVarta 840095085 · Varta 840 095 085

Check this before ordering the Varta LA95

  • The LA95 delivers 850 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
  • Your current battery should say about 95 Ah; a little more is also fine.
  • Polarity of the LA95: positive terminal on the right (if yours has it on the other side, the cables will not reach).
  • Length, width and height of the LA95: 353 × 175 × 190 mm (European case size L5).

Frequently asked questions about the Varta LA95

LA95 or LA80: which one suits me?

Compared with the LA95, the Varta LA80 has 15 Ah less and 50 A less cranking power. The LA95 cranks harder; the LA80 is only a good option if your original battery says 800 A or less. Mind the space: the LA80 measures 315 × 175 × 190 mm.

What is the ETN code of the Varta LA95?

840095085, also written 840 095 085. The ETN (European Type Number) is printed on the label and used in parts catalogues.

How much does the Varta LA95 weigh?

25.73 kg, with 95 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Varta LA80 (80 Ah) weighs 22.56 kg.

Which battery is equivalent to the Varta LA95?

Only other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: Exide EP800 and Exide EQ800. Neither an EFB nor a conventional battery replaces the LA95.

What case size is the Varta LA95?

Case size L5: 353 × 175 × 190 mm (Varta lists it as H8/L5). The LA95 fits any standard L5 battery tray such as the Exide EP800.

Which side is the positive terminal on the Varta LA95?

On the LA95, the positive terminal is on the right with the terminals facing you: compare it with your current battery, because with reversed polarity the cables will not reach.

How do I look after the boat battery in winter?

Leave it 100% charged, disconnected or on a marine maintenance charger. A battery that spends the winter half-discharged loses capacity permanently.

Other options if you are unsure about the LA95

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