# Varta TX30L (FA) · Motorcycle battery 12V 30Ah 385A

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> Varta TX30L (FA) (ETN 530909039): 30 Ah motorcycle battery, 385 A (EN), 166×126×173 mm, positive terminal on the right, AGM. Equivalent to Exide AGM12-31.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-tx30l-fa-530909039
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Varta
- **Reference**: BOL-VARTA-530909039
- **EAN**: 4016987169728
- **MPN**: 530909039
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-09

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Varta |
| Range | VARTA PowerSports AGM Active |
| Application | Motorcycles |
| Technology | AGM |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 30 Ah (C10) |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 385 A |
| Length | 166 mm |
| Width | 126 mm |
| Height | 173 mm |
| Weight | 9.38 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the right |
| Terminal type | Y11 |
| ETN code | 530909039 |
| JIS code | TX30 L YTX30 L |

## Quick description

Varta TX30L (FA) (ETN 530 909 039, also written 530909039): motorcycle battery (AGM) with 12 V, 30 Ah and 385 A cold cranking current, measuring 166 × 126 × 173 mm, with the positive terminal on the right.

## Description

## Who the Varta TX30L (FA) is for

The Varta TX30L (FA) is made for motorcycles, scooters and quads. It handles frame vibration and idle periods better than an adapted car battery.
At 30 Ah it is a large battery for heavy motorcycles, jet skis and utility quads. In the Varta catalogue, the TX30L (FA) belongs to the Powersports AGM Active line. [The full range of Varta batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-batteries)

## Part numbers and codes for the Varta TX30L (FA)

Shops, garages and catalogues identify the TX30L (FA) with these codes:

| Commercial reference | TX30L (FA) |
|---|---|
| ETN code | 530909039 (also 530 909 039) |
| EAN | 4016987169728 |
| Case size according to Varta | BTX30L |
| Base hold-down | B00 |
| Terminal type | Y11 |
| Also known as | Varta 530909039 · Varta 530 909 039 · BTX30L |

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta TX30L (FA)

Other AGM batteries that fit the TX30L (FA)'s tray with the same polarity: an AGM can only be replaced by another AGM.

| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motobatt MBTX30U | AGM | 32 Ah | 385 A | 166 × 126 × 175 |
| Motobatt MBTX30UHD | AGM | 32 Ah | 385 A | 166 × 126 × 175 |
| Fulbat FIX30L-BS | AGM | 31.6 Ah | 400 A | 165 × 125 × 175 |
| Exide AGM12-31 | AGM | 30 Ah | 430 A | 165 × 130 × 175 |
| Varta YTX30L-BS | AGM | 30 Ah | 450 A | 166 × 127 × 175 |

## Varta TX30L (FA) vs YTX30L-BS and 530909030: differences

What sets the TX30L (FA) apart from its neighbours in the Varta range:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta TX30L (FA) (this one) | 30 Ah | 385 A | 166 × 126 × 173 | right | 9.38 kg |
| Varta YTX30L-BS | 30 Ah | 450 A | 166 × 127 × 175 | right | 9.48 kg |
| Varta 530909030 | 30 Ah | 300 A | 184 × 124 × 170 | right | 8.55 kg |

- Varta YTX30L-BS: the same capacity, 65 A more cranking power, the same dimensions.
- Varta 530909030: the same capacity, 85 A less cranking power, a different case (184 × 124 × 170 mm).

## Before ordering the TX30L (FA), check this

- Measure the space: the TX30L (FA) takes up 166 × 126 × 173 mm.
- The TX30L (FA) has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
- With 30 Ah, the TX30L (FA) replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.
- The TX30L (FA) delivers 385 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.

## Frequently asked questions about the Varta TX30L (FA)

### TX30L (FA) or YTX30L-BS: which one suits me?

Compared with the TX30L (FA), the Varta YTX30L-BS has 65 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 450 A or more, choose the YTX30L-BS; if it says 385 A or less, the TX30L (FA) is enough. Both measure 166 × 126 × 173 mm, so they fit the same tray.

### Is the Varta 530909039 the same battery as the Varta TX30L (FA)?

Yes. 530909039 is the ETN code Varta uses for its TX30L (FA) battery, so you can search for it by either code.

### How much does the Varta TX30L (FA) weigh?

9.38 kg, with 30 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Varta YTX30L-BS (30 Ah) weighs 9.48 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Varta TX30L (FA)?

Only other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: Motobatt MBTX30U, Motobatt MBTX30UHD and Fulbat FIX30L-BS. Neither an EFB nor a conventional battery replaces the TX30L (FA).

### Which side is the positive terminal on the Varta TX30L (FA)?

On the TX30L (FA), 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.

## AGM technology in the TX30L (FA)

Inside, the TX30L (FA) has glass fibre separators (AGM) that hold the electrolyte. It is fitted in cars with advanced Start-Stop and in deep-cycle equipment.

## Other options if you are unsure about the TX30L (FA)

- [Other motorcycle batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/motorcycle-batteries)
- [More Varta models](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-batteries)
- [Motobatt MBTX30U](https://bateriasonline.es/en/motobatt-mbtx30u) · 32 Ah, 385 A, 166×126×175 mm
- [Motobatt MBTX30UHD](https://bateriasonline.es/en/motobatt-mbtx30uhd) · 32 Ah, 385 A, 166×126×175 mm

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