# Truck battery Varta F10 12V 88Ah 680A

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> Varta F10 truck battery 12V 88Ah 680A. Official Varta Distributor. ProMotive SLI range. Dimensions 353×175×190 mm, + terminal on the right.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f10-12v-88ah-680a
- **Language**: en-GB
- **Brand**: VARTA
- **Reference**: BCOM-VARTA-F10
- **EAN**: 4016987166451
- **MPN**: F10
- **Stock**: Out of stock

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | VARTA |
| Reference | F10 |
| Model | ProMotive SLI (antes ProMotive HD) |
| Voltage (V) | 12 V |
| Largo | 353 mm |
| Ancho | 175 mm |
| Alto | 190 mm |
| Peso | 21 kg |
| Tecnología | Lead-acid |
| EAN | 4016987166451 |
| Terminal layout | Positive terminal on the right |
| Terminal type | 1 |
| Hold down | B13 |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 680 A |
| Capacity (C20) | 88 Ah (c20) |
| ETN | 588038068A742 |

## Quick description

**Varta F10 12V 88Ah 680A** is a professional battery for heavy commercial vehicles. Withstands constant chassis vibration, supports long cold-engine cranks and keeps auxiliary services running (tachograph, heater, refrigeration, GPS) during driver's mandatory rest stops.

## 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
88 Ah C20

🔋 Cold cranking
680 A EN-1

📏 Dimensions
353×175×190 mm

⚙️ Technology
Lead-acid

🧭 Polarity
Positive on the right

⚖️ Weight
20,34 kg

🏷️ Model
ProMotive SLI

## Description

## Varta F10 ProMotive SLI (formerly ProMotive HD) 88Ah 680A 12V Lorry Battery

12*V* Voltage
88*Ah* Capacity
680*A* Cold cranking
21,0*kg* Weight

The **Varta F10 lorry battery** is the **12 V**, **88 Ah** model with **680 A** of cold cranking power (EN) from Varta's **ProMotive SLI (formerly ProMotive HD)** range, intended for lorries, buses, large vans and machinery. Its 353 × 175 × 190 mm dimensions and positive terminal on the right make it the exact replacement for the 88 Ah battery fitted as standard in many lorries.
- High cranking current for large-displacement diesel engines.
- Tolerance of the vibration of thousands of kilometres on the road.
- Reinforced grids and casing for the harsh demands of haulage.
- Reliability through repeated starts and while powering cab equipment.

### Vehicles compatible with the Varta F10 battery

This battery is listed as compatible with more than 161 vehicles from manufacturers such as John Deere, Fiat, Belarus, Aebi, Case IH and Fendt. For anyone who needs to change the **battery in their John Deere** or Fiat, this Varta F10 reproduces the original specifications. The compatibility list also includes models from Atlas, Lamborghini, Gueldner, Case, Bautz, Sullair, Clayson and International-Harvester.

### Format and fitting of the Varta F10

The Varta F10 is made in the 353 × 175 × 190 mm format and weighs 21,0 kg. The positive terminal on the right determines which side the cables end up on: it is the detail that causes the most buying mistakes, so it is worth checking before you order. It uses a B13 hold-down and terminal 1, the system that anchors it to the vehicle's battery tray. Before replacing it, measure the space your current battery occupies: if it matches on all three dimensions and on terminal position, the swap is direct and needs no adapters.

### The Varta F10 and the ProMotive SLI range

The **ProMotive SLI** series is Varta's starter line for professional transport, bringing the former ProMotive HD and SHD together under a single name. It is built to crank large-displacement diesel engines and to take the daily punishment of the lorry, the bus and construction machinery.
The key to this range is sheer sturdiness: reinforced plates and fixings that stand up to thousands of kilometres of vibration and to deep discharge cycles, keeping fleet downtime from starting failures to a minimum.
A commercial vehicle demands a high cranking current and endurance against the vibration of thousands of kilometres. This series uses reinforced grids and rugged construction to cope with repeated starts of large diesel engines and with the draw of auxiliary cab equipment. *This battery used to belong to Varta's **ProMotive HD** or **ProMotive SHD** range; following the brand's commercial renaming (2025), it forms part of the new **ProMotive SLI** series.*

### Why choose a Varta battery

Choosing Varta means sticking with the reference the vehicle manufacturer itself approved in the first place. Against own-brand batteries, the difference is not in the purchase price but in how many winters the battery lasts before leaving you stranded.
Varta batteries are made under the Clarios group with German technology and quality controls that make them one of the best-selling choices in Europe. As a lead battery, it is 100% recyclable through any collection point.
Varta is Europe's leading maker of starter batteries: its production volume and quality controls guarantee consistent reliability batch after batch, something own-brand makes cannot always promise.

### Manufacturer's warranty

The Varta F10 battery comes with the **official manufacturer warranty**. One important warning for commercial vehicles: most lorries carry **two batteries connected in series** (a 24 V installation). If you replace only one, the new battery ends up working alongside the old one — which has already lost capacity and has higher internal resistance; that imbalance means one is overcharged while the other falls short, it shortens the life of the new unit, and the manufacturer may treat it as misuse and **void the warranty**. That is why it is always advisable to change **both batteries at the same time**.

### Care and maintenance

In professional use, periodically checking the state of charge and the battery hold-down prevents breakdowns out on the road. Vibration and the high temperatures of the engine bay are the factors that shorten its life most, so secure mounting is key. Keeping the terminals clean and tight and checking the charging system extends battery life in vehicles that clock up long hours. A well-maintained battery reduces the risk of stoppages caused by a failure to start.

### Technical sheet

Download the official technical sheet for this battery with all the manufacturer data.
[Download technical sheet (PDF)](https://baterias.com/fichastecnicas/data-sheet-battery-varta-f10-88ah-680a-12v-en.pdf)

## Frequently asked questions

### How do I fit the F10 model in my truck?

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 our blog. 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 — with positive on the right 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 Varta F10 battery last?

Expected lifespan of the Varta F10 is 4 to 6 years in regular truck use without Start-Stop. 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 dimensions of the Varta F10 battery?

Dimensions (length × width × height) are 353×175×190 mm — also written as 353x175x190 mm and correspond to the European L5 case size — 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.

### Which side is the positive terminal on this battery?

Polarity: positive on the right. To identify it, place the battery in front of you with the terminals facing you and check which side the positive (+, marked with a red ring) is on. Before buying, verify the polarity matches your current battery: switching polarity forces longer cables or system reconfiguration, with short-circuit risk.

### Does this 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 F10 fits 94 verified vehicle versions in our database.

### Which batteries are equivalent to the Varta F10?

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.


## Compatible vehicles

This battery fits 94 vehicles. Most searched:

- [MERCEDES-BENZ LK/LN2 (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-truck/mercedes-benz/lkln2)
- [JOHN DEERE Combine Harvester (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/john-deere/combine-harvester)
- [AVIA D-Line (2000)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-truck/avia/d-line)
- [LAMBORGHINI Others (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/lamborghini/others)
- [BELARUS Series 100 (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/belarus/series-100)
- [MAN TGL I (2004)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-truck/man/tgl-i)
- [FENDT Farmer (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/fendt/farmer)
- [JOHN DEERE 4000-Serie (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/john-deere/4000-serie)
- [FIAT 400-Serie (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/fiat/400-serie)
- [FIAT Others (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/fiat/others)
- [JOHN DEERE Tractors (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/john-deere/tractors)
- [CASE IH Series CS (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/case-ih/series-cs)
- [AEBI Geräteträger (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/aebi/geratetrager)
- [BELARUS Series 1000 (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/belarus/series-1000)
- [ATLAS Others (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/atlas/others)

## Equivalent batteries

- [VARTA N95](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-n95-12v-95ah-850a)
- [VARTA LFS95](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-lfs95-12v-95ah-800a)
- [VARTA H3](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-h3-12v-100ah-830a)
- [VARTA G3](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-g3-12v-95ah-800a)
- [VARTA G14](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-g14-agm-12v-95ah-850a)
- [VARTA F6](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f6-12v-90ah-720a)

## Technical team (editorial authorship)

The FAQs, guides and comparisons on this site are reviewed by the baterias.com technical team — automotive battery specialists since 2012.

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