# Truck battery Varta L3 12V 190Ah 1200A

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> Varta L3 truck battery 12V 190Ah 1200A. Official Varta Distributor. ProMotive HD range. Dimensions 513×223×223 mm, + terminal on the left.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-l3-12v-190ah-1200a
- **Language**: en-GB
- **Brand**: VARTA
- **Reference**: BCOM-VARTA-L3
- **EAN**: 4016987145555
- **MPN**: L3
- **Stock**: Out of stock

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | VARTA |
| Reference | L3 |
| Model | ProMotive SLI (antes ProMotive HD) |
| Voltage (V) | 12 V |
| Capacity | 190 Ah (c20) |
| Largo | 513 mm |
| Ancho | 223 mm |
| Alto | 223 mm |
| Tecnología | Lead-acid |
| EAN | 4016987166277 |
| Terminal layout | Positive terminal on the left |
| Terminal type | 1 |
| Hold down | B03 |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 1200 |
| Capacity (C20) | 190 |
| ETN | 690034120A742 |

## Quick description

**Varta L3 12V 190Ah 1200A** 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
190 Ah C20

🔋 Cold cranking
1200 A EN-1

📏 Dimensions
513×223×223 mm

⚙️ Technology
Lead-acid

🧭 Polarity
Positive on the left

⚖️ Weight
45,73 kg

🏷️ Model
ProMotive HD

## Description

## Varta L3 ProMotive SLI (formerly ProMotive HD) 190Ah 1200A 12V Lorry Battery

12*V* Voltage
190*Ah* Capacity
1200*A* Cold cranking

The **Varta L3 lorry battery** is the **12 V**, **190 Ah** model delivering **1200 A** of cold cranking power (EN) from Varta's **ProMotive SLI (formerly ProMotive HD)** range, designed for lorries, buses, large vans and machinery. Its 513 × 223 × 223 mm dimensions and positive terminal on the left make it the exact replacement for the 190 Ah battery fitted as standard in many lorries.
- High cranking current for large-capacity diesel engines.
- Tolerance of the vibration of thousands of kilometres on the road.
- Reinforced grids and casing for the severe demands of haulage.
- Reliability through repeated starts and when powering cab equipment.

### Vehicles compatible with the Varta L3 battery

This battery is listed as compatible with more than 124 vehicles from manufacturers such as Fiat, Case, Bolinders - Volvo, Huerlimann, Bröyt and Gueldner. For anyone who needs to change the **battery in their Fiat** or Case, this Varta L3 reproduces the original specifications. It also appears as a replacement in vehicles from Atlas, International-Harvester, Stavostroj, Bourgoin, Paget (valmet), Fortschritt, Ponsse and Utos, among other manufacturers.

### Size and fitting of the Varta L3

In terms of format, the Varta L3 measures 513 × 223 × 223 mm (length × width × height). The positive terminal on the left determines which side the cables run to: it is the detail that causes the most buying mistakes, so it is worth checking before ordering. It uses a B03 hold-down and a type 1 terminal, 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 L3 and the ProMotive SLI range

The **ProMotive SLI** series is Varta's starter line for professional transport, gathering the former ProMotive HD and SHD under a single name. It is built to crank large-capacity diesel engines and to take the daily punishment of lorries, buses and construction machinery.
The key to this range is ruggedness: reinforced plates and mountings that resist thousands of kilometres of vibration and deep discharge cycles, keeping fleet downtime from starting failures to a minimum.
An industrial vehicle demands a high cranking current and the stamina to shrug off the vibration of thousands of kilometres. This series uses reinforced grids and a rugged construction to handle repeated starts of large diesel engines and the draw of the cab's auxiliary 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

Manufactured by Clarios to German standards, Varta is one of the world's benchmark brands in starter batteries and an OEM supplier to the leading car makers. Choosing it as a replacement guarantees specifications equal to or better than the originals.
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's production combines automated lines with verification of more than 100 parameters per unit; that traceability is what underpins its reputation for reliable starting throughout the battery's life.

### Manufacturer's warranty

The Varta L3 battery comes with the **official manufacturer warranty**. One important warning for industrial vehicles: most lorries carry **two batteries wired 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 leaves one overcharged and the other short, 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, checking the state of charge and the battery hold-down regularly prevents breakdowns on the road. Vibration and the high temperatures of the engine bay are the factors that shorten its life the 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 downtime caused by a no-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-l3-190ah-1200a-12v-en.pdf)

## Frequently asked questions

### How is the Varta L3 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 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 left 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 L3 battery last?

Expected lifespan of the Varta L3 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 measurements of the L3 model?

Dimensions (length × width × height) are 513×223×223 mm — also written as 513x223x223 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.

### What polarity does the Varta L3 battery have?

Polarity: positive on the left. 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.

### Will the Varta L3 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 L3 fits 62 verified vehicle versions in our database.

### Which batteries are equivalent to the Varta L3?

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 62 vehicles. Most searched:

- [FIAT Others (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/fiat/others)
- [BOLINDERS - VOLVO T (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/bolinders-volvo/t)
- [HUERLIMANN Others (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/huerlimann/others)
- [CASE Tractor (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/case/tractor)
- [INTERNATIONAL-HARVESTER Excavators (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/international-harvester/excavators)
- [BRÖYT Others (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/broyt/others)
- [ATLAS Excavator (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/atlas/excavator)
- [CASE 1000-Serie (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/case/1000-serie)
- [CASE Wheel loaders (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/case/wheel-loaders)
- [STAVOSTROJ Others (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/stavostroj/others)
- [FIAT 100-Serie (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/fiat/100-serie)
- [BOURGOIN Others (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/bourgoin/others)
- [GUELDNER Others (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/gueldner/others)
- [FORTSCHRITT Others (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/fortschritt/others)
- [AMEISE Others (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/batteries-for-construction-and-agricultural-machinery/ameise/others)

## Equivalent batteries

- [KRONOBAT DP-190-EFB](https://baterias.com/gb/best-price-battery-12v-190ah-efb-dp-190-efb)

## 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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