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Low emissions
YOU NEED TO KNOW THAT YOUR OIL WILL PROTECT YOUR ENGINE UNDER ALL CONDITIONS. NO MATTER HOW HOT, COLD, STEEP, DUSTY, MUDDY OR EXTENDED YOUR OPERATIONS, YOU DEMAND PROTECTION. ACEA E7 limit
Typical CH-4/E5 oils
OEM limits*
Shell Rimula R4 L
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PROTECTIVE POWER
EXTRA LIFE
Shell Rimula R4 L provides operators with one of the highest levels of protection achievable in a conventional viscosity grade engine oil. In addition, the low sulphated ash, phosphorus and sulphur (SAPS) formulation helps to protect the catalysts and diesel particulate filters (DPF).
Shell 1.5 Rimula R4 L is formulated to give exceptional resistance to -20% breakdown by heat and mechanical stress to ensure continuous 1 protection, even under the most severe -50% conditions.
Protecting the performance of your exhaust emissions control systems is not only important to ensure your vehicles comply with legislative requirements, but also to ensure efficient operations. For instance, blocked DPFs can actually increase fuel consumption. Shell Rimula R4 L is formulated with reduced levels of ash and sulphur to help maintain the efficiency of the latest and future vehicle technologies. ACEA E7 limit
Typical CH-4/E5 oils
OEM limits*
Shell Rimula R4 L
Content, % mass
100
-50%
0.5
Sulphated ash
Sulphur content
Content, % mass
50
is using betterbase oils with identical anti-oxidant content *Data from industry standard PDSC test
Enhanced oxidation resistance from Group II base oils 75
Extra stress resistance: In common with other Shell top50 Competitors Rimula R4 L tier heavy-duty engine oils,Shell Shell Rimula R4 “Group L usesII”highly stable Conventional 20 viscosity modifiers. These specially designed molecules resist being Base oil type Lower is better torn apart in the high stress areas of the engine such as valve and *Data from industry standard PDSC test using base oils with identical anti-oxidant content 17% 15 gear trains. This means that the oil retains its viscosity better than many 10 other oils on the market for more consistent and reliable 12% 9.5% lubrication and protection. 9.5% 5
20 15
7.5%
Competitors
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6.45%
Shell Rimula R4 L
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B
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E Lower is better
17%90 cycle shear test CEC
10
12%
9.5%
9.5%
5
7.5% 6.45%
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Excellent shear stability +30%
125 Higher is better
75 50
Base oil type Meets all available requirements (Jan 2008)
“Group II”
Base oil type Higher
CEC 90 cycle shear test
150 Oxidation resistance, % (relative)
+30% Conventional
100
0
Conventional
Phosphorus content
Phosphorus content
Lower “SAPS” for reduced exhaust system impact
100
Higher better Sulphur iscontent
Sulphated ash
75
-20%
1
0
0
125
*MB 228.31 and Volvo VDS-4 limits
1.5
+30%
125
150
Viscosity loss %
Content, % mass
2
-50%
0.5
Viscosity loss %
LOW EMISSIONS
1 150
Oxidation resistance, % (relative)
The introduction of Shell Rimula R4 L gives transport operators the chance to gain immediate benefits for their vehicles and business, while at the same time being ready for tomorrow. Based on high-performance Group II base oils, it is one of the most advanced 15W-40 oil technologies available1 – and suitable for virtually all vehicles. Operators can benefit from n improved wear and deposit control n improved oxidation resistance (oil life) n a wide range of approvals n a product that meets next-generation specifications.
Typical CH-4/E5 oils ACEA E7 limit Extra0.5heat resistance: The action of powerful antioxidants OEM limits* L included in Shell Rimula Shell R4 Rimula L areR4further enhanced through 2 the use0of high-quality Group II base oils to provide increased *MB 228.31 and Volvo VDS-4 limits Sulphated ash Sulphur content content resistance to breakdown by heat compared to Phosphorus previous1.5 -20% generation oils (for example, ACEA E7 and API CI-4).
Oxidation resistance, % (relative)
FOUR WAYS TO BENEFIT – TODAY
*MB 228.31 and Volvo VDS-4 limits
“Group II”
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*Data from industry standard PDSC test using base oils with identical anti-oxidant content
C
A
E
IMPROVED PROTECTION Shell Rimula R4 L provides considerably higher levels of wear and deposit control than previous-generation oils. Extra wear protection: In the Cummins ISM engine test Shell Rimula R4 L not only passes the requirements but shows visibly less wear than other oils that also meet the requirements of the test. 2
DYNAMIC PROTECTION Shell Rimula R4 L heavy-duty diesel engine oil is formulated with adaptive additive technology that adapts physically and chemically to engines to provide Dynamic Protection in three key engine performance areas. It ■■
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Cummins ISM passing oil
fights acids from fuel combustion that can cause corrosion and wear helps to control deposits and dirt in all parts of the engine helps to control wear through maintaining strongly protective oil films to help keep critical engine components working.
Shell Rimula R4 L
Cummins ISM injector screw: visibly less wear
Shell Rimula R4 L provides significantly higher levels of wear protection than previous-generation oils, exceeding the critical wear requirements in many areas, such as in the Cummins ISM test2 with visibly less wear than passing oils. Virtually sludge free: Shell Rimula R4 L and its highly active ashless dispersants deliver exceptional cleanliness and deposit control and is proven in on-highway tests in over 25 million km. For example, Mercedes-Benz engines show virtually no sludge in rocker covers or oil sumps, allowing for more efficient engine operation and lower maintenance costs.
Rocker cover from Mercedes-Benz engine: excellent cleanliness after 750,000 km on-highway service
Test included in API CJ-4, ACEA E9 (proposed) and Volvo and Mercedes-Benz low-SAPS specifications
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RELATIVE PROTECTION
Shell Rimula R6 LM Shell Rimula R4 L Shell Rimula R3 X Performance is a relative indication only
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Wear
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SHELL RIMULA R4 L – SUITABLE FOR
SPECIFICATIONS AND APPROVALS SAE viscosity grade: 15W-40 API: CJ-4, CI-4+, CI-4, CH-4, CG-4, CF-4 and CF; ACEA: E9 and E7; Caterpillar: ECF-2 and ECF-3; Cummins: CES 20081, 77, 72 and 71; DEUTZ: DQC III-10 LA; DDC: 93K218; Iveco: T2 E7 (meets requirements); MACK: EO-O Premium Plus; JASO DH-2, MAN: M3575; MB Approval 228.31; MTU: Category 2.1; Renault Trucks: RLD-3; and Volvo: VDS-4 and VDS-3
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