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Varta LAD85 · Boat battery 12V 85Ah 465A

Reference: BOL-VARTA-LAD85 · EAN 4016987141199

Varta LAD85: boat battery with 12 V, 85 Ah and 465 A cold cranking current, measuring 260 × 169 × 230.5 mm, with the positive terminal on the right.

Voltage
12V
Capacity
85Ah
Cold cranking amps (EN)
465A
Technology
AGM
Dimensions (L × W × H)
260 × 169 × 230.5 mm
Polarity
Positive terminal on the right
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The Varta LAD85 at a glance

The Varta LAD85 is a battery for boats: engine starting or on-board service, depending on its design, with resistance to damp and hull vibration. With 85 Ah, the LAD85 suits boats that had a battery of that capacity.

The LAD85 belongs to the Varta VARTA Professional Deep Cycle AGM range. More Varta batteries

Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta LAD85

We have no other battery with exactly the dimensions and polarity of the LAD85. Browse the rest of our marine and boat batteries to compare close options.

Varta LAD85 vs LA70 and LA60

The real differences between the LAD85 and the closest Varta models:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)PositiveWeight
Varta LAD85 (this one)85 Ah465 A260 × 169 × 230.5right25.3 kg
Varta LA7070 Ah760 A278 × 175 × 190right20.3 kg
Varta LA6060 Ah680 A242 × 175 × 190right17.29 kg
  • Varta LA70: 15 Ah less, 295 A more cranking power, a different case (278 × 175 × 190 mm).
  • Varta LA60: 25 Ah less, 215 A more cranking power, a different case (242 × 175 × 190 mm).

What it means that the LAD85 is AGM

The LAD85 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.

Before ordering the LAD85, check this

  • Measure the space: the LAD85 takes up 260 × 169 × 230.5 mm.
  • With the terminals facing you, the positive terminal of the LAD85 is on the right.
  • Capacity of the LAD85: 85 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
  • The LAD85 delivers 465 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.

Part numbers and codes for the Varta LAD85

The LAD85 is listed under these codes on labels, in garages and in catalogues:

Commercial referenceLAD85
EAN4016987141199

Frequently asked questions about the Varta LAD85

LAD85 or LA70: which one suits me?

Compared with the LAD85, the Varta LA70 has 15 Ah less and 295 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 760 A or more, choose the LA70; if it says 465 A or less, the LAD85 is enough. Mind the space: the LA70 measures 278 × 175 × 190 mm.

How much does the Varta LAD85 weigh?

25.3 kg, with 85 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Varta LA70 (70 Ah) weighs 20.3 kg.

Which side is the positive terminal on the Varta LAD85?

On the LAD85, 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.

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