# Marine battery Varta LFD180 12V 180Ah ![Marine battery Varta LFD180 12V 180Ah](https://baterias.com/1428-home_default/battery-varta-lfd180-12v-180ah-1000a.jpg) > Varta LFD180 marine battery 12V 180Ah 1000A. Official Varta Distributor. Professional Dual Purpose range. Dimensions 513×223×223 mm, + terminal on the left. **Category:** [Boat Batteries](https://baterias.com/gb/boat-batteries) → [VARTA](https://baterias.com/gb/varta) - **Canonical URL**: https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-lfd180-12v-180ah-1000a - **Language**: en-GB - **Brand**: VARTA - **Reference**: BCOM-VARTA-LFD180 - **EAN**: 4016987141144 - **MPN**: LFD180 - **Price**: 266,60 € - **Stock**: Out of stock ## Technical specifications | Feature | Value | |---|---| | Brand | VARTA | | Reference | LFD180 | | Model | Professional Dual Purpose | | Voltage (V) | 12 V | | Largo | 513 cm | | Ancho | 223 cm | | Alto | 223 cm | | Peso | 45.1 kg | | Tecnología | Lead-acid | | Terminal layout | 3 | | Terminal type | 3 | | Hold down | B00 | | Cold cranking amps (EN) | 1000 A | | Capacity (C20) | 180 Ah (c20) | | Case type | TYP B | ## Quick description **Varta LFD180 12V 180Ah 1000A** is a marine battery with reinforced anti-vibration case for moorings and offshore use. Tolerates the typical daily cycles on a boat (engine start + night-time services such as lights, sonar, fridge) and holds voltage even when the hull is rolling in open sea. ## Why this marine battery? - **Marine design** built for boat swell and vibration - **Dual function** starts the engine and powers onboard services - **Sealed and safe** maintenance-free even when the boat rolls 🔌 Voltage 12 V ⚡ Capacity 180 Ah C20 🔋 Cold cranking 1000 A EN-1 📏 Dimensions 513×223×223 mm ⚙️ Technology Lead-acid 🧭 Polarity Positive on the left ⚖️ Weight 45,1 kg 🏷️ Model Professional Dual Purpose ## Description ## Varta LFD180 Professional Dual Purpose 180Ah 1000A 12V Battery 12*V* Voltage 180*Ah* Capacity 1000*A* Cold cranking 45.10*kg* Weight The **Varta LFD180 battery** is the **12 V**, **180 Ah** model delivering **1000 A** of cold cranking power (EN), from Varta's **Professional Dual Purpose** range, designed for motorhomes, boats and auxiliary power equipment. Measuring 513 × 223 × 223 mm, it is the direct replacement for vehicles fitted from the factory with a 180 Ah battery in this format. - Ideal for motorhomes, boating and leisure power. - Dual cycle: it both starts the engine and powers auxiliary equipment. - More on-board running time than a conventional starter battery. - Withstands deep discharges and repeated recharging without degrading. ### Applications of the Varta LFD180 battery The Varta LFD180 covers the needs of motorhomes, boats and auxiliary power equipment with 180 Ah of capacity and a construction built for that use. Check that it matches your current battery in dimensions, terminals and hold-down: this reference weighs 45.10 kg and has a type 3 terminal and a B00 hold-down. ### Format and fitting of the Varta LFD180 In terms of format, the Varta LFD180 measures 513 × 223 × 223 mm (length × width × height) and weighs 45.10 kg. It uses a B00 hold-down and a type 3 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 LFD180 and the Professional Dual Purpose range The **Professional Dual Purpose** range consists of dual-purpose batteries: they serve both to start the engine and to power the on-board services, a balance designed for leisure and boating. They are the answer when you want a single battery that starts reliably and at the same time sustains the equipment load with the engine off, without going as far as the extreme cycling of a deep-cycle unit. Unlike a pure starter battery, this range withstands deep discharges and repeated recharging without degrading: exactly what a motorhome or a boat drawing power with the engine off requires. It therefore combines starting and leisure supply in a single dual-cycle battery. ### Why choose a Varta battery Choosing Varta means going with the reference the car manufacturer itself signed off in the first place. Against own-brand batteries, the difference is not the purchase price but how many winters the battery lasts before it leaves you stranded. Behind Varta is Clarios, one of the largest manufacturers of starter batteries in the world and a supplier to the assembly lines of numerous car brands. That German engineering heritage translates into reliable starting year after year. More than 100 manufacturing parameters are checked on every Varta battery before it leaves the plant, a level of rigour that explains why so many workshops and manufacturers trust the brand as their first-choice replacement. ### Manufacturer's warranty The Varta LFD180 battery comes with the **official manufacturer warranty**. ### Care and maintenance In leisure applications, avoiding discharges below 50% of capacity multiplies the number of cycles the battery will deliver. A suitable charger and, where possible, a solar regulator keep it healthy through the quieter seasons. To extend its life, recharge it as soon as possible after each discharge and never leave it flat over the winter. A trickle charger is the best investment for getting many cycles out of it. ## Frequently asked questions ### How is the Varta LFD180 battery installed in the vehicle? In most boats 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 boats with Start-Stop or BMS, register the battery via OBD so the alternator applies the correct charging profile. ### What is the service life of the LFD180 model? Expected lifespan of the Varta LFD180 is 4 to 6 years in regular boat 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 LFD180 battery? 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 boat before buying: even one extra millimetre can prevent the hold-down clamp from closing. The height shown includes the terminals. ### On which side is the positive of the LFD180 model? 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 LFD180 battery fit my boat? 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 LFD180 typically fits a wide range of European vehicles thanks to its standard DIN case format. ### What are the equivalents of the LFD180 model? 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 boats. See the "Equivalents" section to view recommended options at the same performance level. ## Equivalent batteries - [VARTA M12](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-m12-12v-180ah-1400a) ## 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. → https://baterias.com/gb/technical-team --- *baterias.com — Automotive batteries · 2026-10-27*