# Truck battery Exide EX2253 12V 225Ah 1100A EFB ![Truck battery Exide EX2253 12V 225Ah 1100A EFB](https://baterias.com/1712-home_default/battery-exide-ex2253-12v-225ah-1100a.jpg) > Exide EX2253 truck battery 12V 225Ah 1100A EFB. STRONG PRO range. Dimensions 518×274×240 mm, + terminal on the left. For heavy-duty fleets. **Category:** [Truck Batteries](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-truck) → [EXIDE](https://baterias.com/gb/exide) - **Canonical URL**: https://baterias.com/gb/battery-exide-ex2253-12v-225ah-1100a - **Language**: en-GB - **Brand**: EXIDE - **Reference**: BCOM-EXIDE-EX2253 - **EAN**: 3661024036702 - **MPN**: EX2253 - **Price**: 311,20 € - **Stock**: Out of stock ## Technical specifications | Feature | Value | |---|---| | Brand | EXIDE | | Reference | EX2253 | | Model | EXIDE STRONG PRO | | Voltage (V) | 12 V | | Largo | 518 cm | | Ancho | 279 cm | | Alto | 240 cm | | Peso | 60.1 kg | | Tecnología | EFB | | EAN | 3661024036702 | | Terminal layout | Positive terminal on the left | | Terminal type | 1 | | Hold down | B0 | | Cold cranking amps (EN) | 1100 A | | Capacity (C20) | 225 Ah (c20) | | Case type | C | ## Quick description **Exide EX2253 12V 225Ah 1100A** is an SHD (Super Heavy Duty) truck battery for intensive professional use. Vibration-resistant, withstands long cold-diesel cranks and deep discharges during parking with active loads (tachograph, refrigeration, heater). ## Why this truck battery? - **True Heavy Duty** built for intensive professional use - **Long cold-diesel cranks** reliable even in extreme cold - **Powers services at idle** tachograph, heater and lights with engine off 🔌 Voltage 12 V ⚡ Capacity 225 Ah C20 🔋 Cold cranking 1100 A EN-1 📏 Dimensions 518×274×240 mm ⚙️ Technology EFB 🧭 Polarity Positive on the left ⚖️ Weight 60,1 kg 🏷️ Model EXIDE STRONG PRO ## Description ## Truck battery Exide EX2253 Strong PRO 225Ah 1,100A 12V 12*V* Voltage 225*Ah* Capacity 1,100*A* Cold cranking 60.10*kg* Weight The **Exide EX2253 truck battery** is rated at **12 V**, **225 Ah** and **1,100 A** of cold cranking current (EN) from the **Strong PRO** range, and is prepared for trucks, buses, tractors and heavy machinery. Measuring 518 × 279 × 240 mm and the positive terminal on the left, it is the direct replacement for trucks fitted from the factory with a 225 Ah battery of this format. - EFB: the evolution of the conventional battery for basic Start-Stop cars. - Resistant to constant chassis vibration. - Powers tachograph, fridge and heater during rest stops. - Better tolerance to deep discharge than a conventional starter battery. ### What the Exide EX2253 is for With 225 Ah, the Exide EX2253 cranks large-displacement diesel engines in the cold and powers tachograph, fridge and heater during rest stops. Check that it matches your current battery in dimensions, terminals and hold-down: this reference has a weight of 60.10 kg, 1 terminals and B0 hold-down. ### Will it fit your current battery tray? It has external dimensions of 518 × 279 × 240 mm and weighs 60.10 kg. The positive terminal on the left decides which side the cables end up on: it is the detail that causes most buying mistakes, so check it before ordering. It uses a B0 hold-down and 1 terminals, the system that anchors and connects it in the vehicle. For a direct replacement, the current battery tray must accept these dimensions and the same terminal layout; otherwise adapters will be needed or the hold-down will change. ### Exide: the maker behind the EX2253 With more than a century of history, Exide Technologies manufactures automotive, marine, motorcycle and industrial batteries in Europe. Its presence as original equipment on assembly lines vouches for the quality of every reference. At baterias.com we work directly with the manufacturer or its official distributor: real stock, brand-new product and official warranty. ### The Exide EX2253: Strong PRO range and EFB technology The **Strong PRO** is the Exide range the EX2253 belongs to: it shares the same construction and quality criteria with the rest of the series, and varies in capacity and format to suit each vehicle. EFB combines the robustness of the flooded battery with improved plates and separators. The result is a clearly longer service life in vehicles that start and stop constantly. ### Care and maintenance Keep the terminals clean and tight and the battery firmly secured against chassis vibration. In 24 V installations, check periodically that both batteries show the same voltage; an imbalance means one is failing. ### Warranty and coverage The Exide EX2253 comes with the **manufacturer's official warranty** against manufacturing defects. An important note for commercial vehicles: most trucks use **two batteries connected in series** (24 V installation). If you replace only one, the new battery works alongside the old one, which has already lost capacity; that imbalance shortens its life and the manufacturer may treat it as misuse. Always replace **both at the same time**. ### When you get it and how to return it Order **before [[ks:cutoff]]** with stock available and it leaves today: mainland Spain and Portugal receive it in 24-48 working hours, the islands and the rest of the EU in 3 to 5 days. You have **[[ks:return_days]] days** to return it if it has not been installed, with free collection on the mainland, and shipment tracking by email. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is the Exide EX2253 an EFB battery? When is EFB used? Yes. The EX2253 is an EFB (Enhanced Flooded Battery): flooded lead-acid reinforced with plate additives. Withstands more cycles than a conventional but fewer than an AGM. Fitted to trucks with basic Start-Stop (no regenerative braking). More affordable than an equivalent AGM, lifespan 4-6 years. ### Is the Exide EX2253 battery suitable for Start-Stop? Yes. As EFB technology it is designed for Start-Stop vehicles. EFB batteries cover basic Start-Stop (no regenerative braking). EFB is recommended for basic Start-Stop; AGM is recommended when regenerative braking is also present, thanks to its higher cycle capability. It works straight out of the box — on most modern vehicles registering the battery via OBD is recommended so the alternator automatically applies the optimal charging profile. ### How is the Exide EX2253 battery installed in the vehicle? In most trucks it fits in 15-30 minutes with a 10 mm wrench; if the battery is under the seat or in the boot the time can double. See the step-by-step guide on this page. Quick summary: 1) switch off the engine and remove the key; 2) locate the original battery (engine bay, boot or under seat); 3) disconnect the negative (−) terminal first, then the positive (+); 4) loosen the hold-down clamp and remove the old battery; 5) fit the new one in the same orientation — match the polarity shown on the product sheet; 6) connect the positive (+) first, then the negative (−). On trucks with Start-Stop or BMS, register the battery via OBD so the alternator applies the correct charging profile. ### How long does the Exide EX2253 battery last? Expected lifespan of the Exide EX2253 is 4 to 6 years in basic Start-Stop truck use. In cold regions it drops slightly due to cold-start stress; in very hot regions it also drops because of electrolyte evaporation. To extend its life: avoid deep discharges (headlights on with engine off), have the alternator checked yearly, and keep the battery clean and properly secured. ### What are the measurements of the EX2253 model? Dimensions (length × width × height) are 518×274×240 mm — also written as 518x274x240 mm — following the European DIN standard. Always measure the space in your truck before buying: even one extra millimetre can prevent the hold-down clamp from closing. The height shown includes the terminals. ### Will the Exide EX2253 battery fit my truck? Three options to confirm: 1) enter your number plate in the finder (DGT/DVLA/KBA auto-detect your model and engine); 2) check the "Compatible vehicles" tab on this page, where we list every vehicle verified by our technical team; 3) if you cannot find your model, message us on WhatsApp with brand, model, engine and year — we reply during business hours (Mon–Fri 10:00–13:30 and 16:40–18:00 (Spanish time, CET)). The EX2253 typically fits a wide range of European vehicles thanks to its standard DIN case format. ### Which interchangeable batteries are there for this one? Directly interchangeable batteries (same dimensions, same polarity, same Ah and CCA) are the OEM equivalents from leading brands: Bosch, Tudor, Exide and, depending on the model, Banner or Yuasa. Exact equivalence depends on technology — an EFB cannot be replaced with a conventional battery in Start-Stop trucks. See the "Equivalents" section to view recommended options at the same performance level. ### What exactly is an EFB battery like the Exide EX2253? An EFB (Enhanced Flooded Battery) is a flooded lead-acid battery reinforced with plate additives (carbon and polyethylene) and thicker grids. It withstands twice the cycles of a conventional battery and handles deep discharges better, but less than an AGM. It is the original fitment on trucks with basic Start-Stop (no regenerative braking): Renault Energy TCe, Peugeot/Citroën PureTech, Fiat MultiAir, Hyundai/Kia ISG, Ford EcoBoost. If your truck came with EFB from the factory, this is the correct battery — upgrading to AGM is optional (marginal improvement). If it came with AGM, EFB may fall short: better fit AGM. The Exide EX2253 is original and meets EN 50342-6. ### Is there anything to do after replacing a Start-Stop battery? On most trucks it is not strictly necessary — the alternator detects the new battery and adapts the charge automatically. It is recommended to register the battery via OBD so that the alternator applies the optimal charging profile from the first minute and extends the battery life as much as possible (especially on brands with sophisticated BMS: BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Volvo, Land Rover). Any workshop with an OBD scanner (~10-15 € labour) does it in 5 minutes. DIY apps: VCDS / Carista (VAG), Bimmercode (BMW), iCarsoft. If you do not register, the truck will still start correctly — the alternator just takes a few days to adjust the profile. The Exide EX2253 ships factory-charged at 80-90% so you can use it straight after fitting. ## Equivalent batteries - [TUDOR TX2253](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-tudor-tx2253-225ah-1100a) - [VARTA N9](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-n9-12v-225ah-1150a) - [EXIDE EG2153](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-exide-eg2153-12v-215ah-1200a) - [EXIDE EG2253](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-exide-eg2253-12v-225ah-1200a) - [TUDOR TG2253](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-tudor-tg2253-12v-225ah-1200a) - [VARTA N5](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-n5-12v-220ah-1150a) - [VARTA N2](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-n2-12v-200ah-1050a) ## Technical team (editorial authorship) The FAQs, guides and comparisons on this site are reviewed by the baterias.com technical team — over 25 years of experience validating automotive batteries. → https://baterias.com/gb/technical-team --- *baterias.com — Automotive batteries · 2026-10-07*