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Varta M10 · Truck battery 12V 190Ah 1,200A

Reference: BOL-VARTA-M10 · EAN 4016987144886

The Varta M10 (ETN 690 033 120, also written M 10 or 690033120) is a truck battery with 12 V, 190 Ah and 1,200 A cold cranking current, measuring 513 × 223 × 223 mm.

The Varta M10 at a glance

The Varta M10 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 M10 is fitted alone or in pairs, in series, for the 24 V system of many trucks.

Varta lists the M10 in its Promotive HD line. More Varta batteries

Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta M10

Same dimensions and polarity as the M10, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the M10 can also be replaced by an EFB or AGM of the same size if you want more cycles.

ModelTechnologyCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)
Exide EF1853Lead-acid185 Ah1,150 A513 × 223 × 223
Tudor TF1853Lead-acid185 Ah1,150 A513 × 223 × 223
Fulmen FF1853Lead-acid185 Ah1,150 A513 × 223 × 223
Deta DF1853Lead-acid185 Ah1,150 A513 × 223 × 223
Kronobat HD-180.4Lead-acid180 Ah1,100 A513 × 223 × 223
Exide EE1853EFB185 Ah1,100 A513 × 223 × 223

Varta M10 vs M6 and B90: differences

Torn between the M10 and another similar Varta? This is what changes:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)Weight
Varta M10 (this one)190 Ah1,200 A513 × 223 × 22344.99 kg
Varta M6170 Ah1,000 A513 × 223 × 22343.93 kg
Varta B90190 Ah1,050 A513 × 223 × 22346.99 kg
  • Varta M6: 20 Ah less, 200 A less cranking power, the same dimensions.
  • Varta B90: the same capacity, 150 A less cranking power, the same dimensions, EFB technology.

Inside the M10: lead-acid technology

The M10 is a conventional lead-acid battery, with plates immersed in liquid electrolyte. In cars without energy management, the M10 needs no special registration: just connect it.

Before ordering the M10, check this

  • Length, width and height of the M10: 513 × 223 × 223 mm.
  • Your current battery should say about 190 Ah; a little more is also fine.
  • Cold cranking: 1,200 A (EN), equal to or higher than the original.

Varta M10 codes and part numbers

Look for any of these M10 codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:

Commercial referenceM10 (M 10)
ETN code690033120 (also 690 033 120)
EAN4016987144886
Case size according to VartaB
Base hold-downB03
Also known asVarta M 10 · Varta 690033120 · Varta 690 033 120
Not to be confused withVarta F10 (88 Ah, 680 A, positive terminal on the right), Varta A10 (40 Ah, 420 A, positive terminal on the right), Varta J10 (130 Ah, 1,000 A)

Frequently asked questions about the Varta M10

Varta M10 or M6?

Compared with the M10, the Varta M6 has 20 Ah less and 200 A less cranking power. The M10 cranks harder; the M6 is only a good option if your original battery says 1,000 A or less. Both measure 513 × 223 × 223 mm, so they fit the same tray.

What does the code 690 033 120 on the Varta M10 mean?

It is its ETN (European Type Number), also written 690033120. The first three digits (690) encode voltage and capacity: 12 V and 190 Ah (5xx = under 100 Ah, 6xx = 100 to 199 Ah, 7xx = 200 Ah or more). The middle group (033) identifies the specific model within that capacity, and the last three digits (120) multiplied by 10 give the cold cranking current: 1,200 A.

How much does the Varta M10 weigh?

The M10 weighs 44.99 kg. For reference, the Varta M6 (170 Ah) weighs 43.93 kg.

Which battery is equivalent to the Varta M10?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Exide EF1853, Tudor TF1853 and Fulmen FF1853. As the M10 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.

Which charger does the Varta M10 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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