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Varta T12B (FA) · Motorcycle battery 12V 10Ah 160A

Reference: BOL-VARTA-510919016 · EAN 4016987169193

Varta T12B (FA) (ETN 510 919 016, also written 510919016): motorcycle battery (AGM) with 12 V, 10 Ah and 160 A cold cranking current, measuring 150 × 70 × 130 mm, with the positive terminal on the left.

Voltage
12V
Capacity
10Ah (C10)
Cold cranking amps (EN)
160A
Technology
AGM
Dimensions (L × W × H)
150 × 70 × 130 mm
Polarity
Positive terminal on the left
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The Varta T12B (FA) at a glance

The Varta T12B (FA) is made for motorcycles, scooters and quads. It handles frame vibration and idle periods better than an adapted car battery.

At 10 Ah it covers mid-capacity motorcycles, large scooters and light quads. In the Varta catalogue, the T12B (FA) belongs to the Powersports AGM Active line. See all Varta batteries

Part numbers and codes for the Varta T12B (FA)

Shops, garages and catalogues identify the T12B (FA) with these codes:

Commercial referenceT12B (FA)
ETN code510919016 (also 510 919 016)
EAN4016987169193
Case size according to VartaBT12B
Base hold-downB00
Terminal typeY11
Also known asVarta 510919016 · Varta 510 919 016 · BT12B
Not to be confused withVarta T12A (FA) (10 Ah, 145 A)

Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta T12B (FA)

Other AGM batteries that fit the T12B (FA)'s tray with the same polarity: an AGM can only be replaced by another AGM.

ModelTechnologyCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)
Exide AGM12-10.5AGM10 Ah160 A150 × 70 × 130
Exide ET12B-BSAGM10 Ah160 A150 × 70 × 130
Motobatt MBT12B4AGM11 Ah150 A150 × 70 × 130
Varta T12B-BSAGM10 Ah160 A151 × 70 × 131

Varta T12B (FA) vs YTX12-4 (FA) and YTX12-BS

The real differences between the T12B (FA) and the closest Varta models:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)PositiveWeight
Varta T12B (FA) (this one)10 Ah160 A150 × 70 × 130left3.59 kg
Varta YTX12-4 (FA)10 Ah170 A150 × 87 × 130left3.86 kg
Varta YTX12-BS10 Ah150 A152 × 88 × 131left3.86 kg
  • Varta YTX12-4 (FA): the same capacity, 10 A more cranking power, a different case (150 × 87 × 130 mm).
  • Varta YTX12-BS: the same capacity, 10 A less cranking power, a different case (152 × 88 × 131 mm).

What to look at before buying the T12B (FA)

  • The T12B (FA) delivers 160 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
  • Capacity of the T12B (FA): 10 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
  • With the terminals facing you, the positive terminal of the T12B (FA) is on the left.
  • Measure the space: the T12B (FA) takes up 150 × 70 × 130 mm.

Frequently asked questions about the Varta T12B (FA)

T12B (FA) or YTX12-4 (FA): which one suits me?

Compared with the T12B (FA), the Varta YTX12-4 (FA) has 10 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 170 A or more, choose the YTX12-4 (FA); if it says 160 A or less, the T12B (FA) is enough. Mind the space: the YTX12-4 (FA) measures 150 × 87 × 130 mm.

Is the Varta 510919016 the same battery as the Varta T12B (FA)?

Yes. 510919016 is the ETN code Varta uses for its T12B (FA) battery, so you can search for it by either code.

How much does the Varta T12B (FA) weigh?

3.59 kg, with 10 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Varta YTX12-4 (FA) (10 Ah) weighs 3.86 kg.

Which battery is equivalent to the Varta T12B (FA)?

Only other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: Exide AGM12-10.5, Exide ET12B-BS and Motobatt MBT12B4. Neither an EFB nor a conventional battery replaces the T12B (FA).

Which side is the positive terminal on the Varta T12B (FA)?

On the T12B (FA), the positive terminal is on the left with the terminals facing you: compare it with your current battery, because with reversed polarity the cables will not reach.

AGM technology in the T12B (FA)

Inside, the T12B (FA) has glass fibre separators (AGM) that hold the electrolyte. It is fitted in cars with advanced Start-Stop and in deep-cycle equipment.

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