# Marine battery Varta LFD230 12V 196Ah ![Marine battery Varta LFD230 12V 196Ah](https://baterias.com/4271-home_default/battery-varta-lfd230-12v-230ah-1050a.jpg) > Varta LFD230 marine battery 12V 230Ah 1150A. Official Varta Distributor. Professional Dual Purpose range. Dimensions 518×276×242 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-lfd230-12v-230ah-1050a - **Language**: en-GB - **Brand**: VARTA - **Reference**: BCOM-VARTA-LFD230 - **EAN**: 4016987158609 - **MPN**: LFD230 - **Price**: 289,30 € - **Stock**: Out of stock ## Technical specifications | Feature | Value | |---|---| | Brand | VARTA | | Reference | LFD230 | | Model | Professional Dual Purpose | | Voltage (V) | 12 V | | Capacity | 196 Ah (c5) | | Largo | 518 mm | | Ancho | 276 mm | | Alto | 242 mm | | Peso | 56.75 kg | | Tecnología | Lead-acid | | EAN | 4016987158609 | | Terminal layout | Positive terminal on the left | | Terminal type | 1 | | Hold down | B00 | | Cold cranking amps (EN) | 1150 | | Capacity (C20) | 230 | | ETN | 930231115B912 | ## Quick description **Varta LFD230 12V 230Ah 1150A** is a marine battery, vibration- and deep-discharge resistant, suitable both for outboard engine starting and for onboard auxiliary services (navigation lights, GPS, sonar, fridge). Sealed and maintenance-free. ## 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 230 Ah C20 🔋 Cold cranking 1150 A EN-1 📏 Dimensions 518×276×242 mm ⚙️ Technology Lead-acid 🧭 Polarity Positive on the left ⚖️ Weight 56,8 kg 🏷️ Model Professional Dual Purpose ## Description ## Varta LFD230 Professional Dual Purpose 230Ah 1150A 12V Battery 12*V* Voltage 230*Ah* Capacity 1150*A* Cold cranking 56,75*kg* Weight The **Varta LFD230 battery** is the **12 V**, **230 Ah** model delivering **1150 A** of cold cranking power (EN) from Varta's **Professional Dual Purpose** range, designed for motorhomes, boats and auxiliary power equipment. It replaces the original battery in vehicles with the 518 × 276 × 242 mm format without any modifications: the same 230 Ah capacity and the same terminal layout (positive on the left). - More endurance on board than a conventional starter battery. - Tolerates deep discharges and repeated recharging without degrading. - Ideal for motorhomes, marine use and domestic power on board. - Dual cycle: it both cranks the engine and powers auxiliary equipment. ### Applications of the Varta LFD230 battery Designed for motorhomes, boats and auxiliary power equipment, the Varta LFD230 is a direct replacement when you need its same 230 Ah capacity and format. Check that it matches your current battery in dimensions, terminals and hold-down: this reference weighs 56,75 kg and has a type 1 terminal and a B00 hold-down. ### Size and fitting of the Varta LFD230 In terms of format, the Varta LFD230 measures 518 × 276 × 242 mm (length × width × height) and weighs 56,75 kg. 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 B00 hold-down and a type 1 terminal, the system that anchors it to the vehicle's battery tray. Checking the three dimensions and the terminal position before buying avoids the most common mistake when replacing a battery. ### The Varta LFD230 and the Professional Dual Purpose range The **Professional Dual Purpose** range consists of dual-purpose batteries: they serve both to crank the engine and to power the on-board services, a balance conceived for leisure and marine use. They are the answer when you want a single battery that starts reliably and at the same time sustains equipment draw with the engine off, without going as far as the extreme cycling of a deep cycle unit. The chemistry is built for draining and recharging the battery many times over — the typical pattern in leisure and marine use — where an ordinary car battery would sulphate within weeks. It offers endurance for the on-board equipment and the cranking power to turn the engine over when the moment comes. ### Why choose a Varta battery Varta is an original equipment (OEM) supplier to a good share of Europe's car manufacturers: many cars leave the factory with a Varta fitted. Buying a replacement means, in most cases, refitting the original battery with the same quality and the brand's official warranty. 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. 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 LFD230 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 seasons when it sees less use. 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. ### Technical sheet Download the official technical sheet for this battery with all the manufacturer data. [Download technical sheet (PDF)](/fichastecnicas/data-sheet-battery-varta-lfd230-230ah-1050a-12v-en.pdf) ## Frequently asked questions ### How is the Varta LFD230 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. ### How long does the Varta LFD230 battery last? Expected lifespan of the Varta LFD230 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 size is this battery? Dimensions (length × width × height) are 518×276×242 mm — also written as 518x276x242 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 LFD230 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. ### Does this 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 LFD230 fits 4 verified vehicle versions in our database. ### Which batteries are equivalent to the Varta LFD230? 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. ## Compatible vehicles This battery fits 4 vehicles. Most searched: - [Hanse Yachten Hanse (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/boat-batteries/hanse-yachten/hanse) - [Amel Amel (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/boat-batteries/amel/amel) - [Sweden Yachts Schwedenyacht (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/boat-batteries/sweden-yachts/schwedenyacht) - [Hutting Yachts Hutting (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/boat-batteries/hutting-yachts/hutting) ## Equivalent batteries - [VARTA C40](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-c40-efb-12v-240ah-1200a) - [TUDOR TF2353](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-tudor-tf2353-235ah-1300a) - [TUDOR TE2353](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-tudor-te2353-235ah-1200a) ## 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 · 2026-10-23*