Briggs & Stratton 707495 Battery

What It Is

The Briggs & Stratton 707495 is a 12-volt, 230-CCA (cold cranking amp) lead-acid battery designed for riding lawn mowers, garden tractors, and zero-turn mowers. It provides the starting power for engines requiring a standard U1-size battery.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Physical dimensions: 7.75" L x 5.13" W x 6.13" H (U1 group size). Measure your battery tray to confirm fit – this is a common size, but some compact tractors use smaller U1R or larger U1L.
• Terminal layout: Posts are standard SAE automotive (positive left, negative right when facing the terminals). Check your cable orientation – if your positive cable is on the right, you need a U1R battery.
• Brands/models: Direct OEM replacement for many Briggs & Stratton engines (e.g., Intek, Vanguard, Endurance) and fits many John Deere, Craftsman, Husqvarna, and MTD riding mowers. Verify your mower’s model number or original battery part number.
• OEM vs aftermarket: This is a Briggs-branded battery, not a generic. It will match factory specs, but aftermarket options (e.g., Yuasa, Universal Power Group) may offer higher CCA or lower price.

Key Things to Know

• Quality concerns: 3.3 stars from 9 reviews suggests mixed feedback – some report short lifespan (2-3 seasons) or failure within a year. It’s a standard flooded lead-acid battery, not AGM or lithium, so expect typical maintenance (check fluid levels if accessible).
• Installation: Simple – disconnect negative first, remove hold-down, swap cables, reconnect positive first. No special tools needed. Battery weighs ~12 lbs.
• Common gotchas: The 230 CCA is adequate for most small engines (up to ~20 HP), but if you have a larger V-twin or cold-weather starting issues, consider a higher-CCA battery (e.g., 350+). Also, check that your mower uses top-post terminals – some newer models use side terminals or require adapters.
• Warranty: Typically 1-year limited (check seller). No prorated coverage, so a failure in year two means full replacement cost.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you need a direct, no-hassle OEM replacement for a Briggs-powered riding mower and want to avoid compatibility guesswork. Skip it if you want a longer-lasting battery (look for an AGM or higher-CCA option) or have a larger engine that demands more cold-cranking power. For the price, you can often find a better-rated aftermarket battery.