Shell Rotella T6 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Oil – 24×1 Qt Case
Shell ROTELLA® T6 full synthetic heavy duty engine oil with Triple Protection PlusTM technology has been enhanced with fully synthetic base oil plus advanced additive technology to provide protection against wear, deposits and oil breakdown PLUS better low temperature flow and better fuel economy performance. ⚙️ Product Classification Type: Heavy-Duty Engine Oil (HDEO) Base Oil: Full Synthetic (PAO / advanced synthetic base oils) Application: Diesel engines + some gasoline engines (if specified) Key Features & Benefits Excellent wear protection (up to ~50% better than limits) Enhanced fuel economy (up to ~1.5% vs 15W-40) Superior deposit and soot control Outstanding oxidation resistance (longer oil life) Excellent shear stability (maintains viscosity under stress) Protects emission systems (DPF, EGR, SCR) Applications Recommended for: Heavy-duty diesel trucks and fleets Construction, mining, agriculture equipment Pickup trucks and turbocharged diesel engines Mixed fleets (diesel + gasoline where API allows) Also popular in high-performance gasoline engines due to heat resistance Performance Characteristics Excellent cold start performance (5W rating → flows in low temps) Strong high-temperature protection (40-grade stability) Suitable for extreme climates (hot + cold) Typical Physical Properties Property Value SAE Grade 5W-40 Oil Type Full Synthetic Kinematic Viscosity @40°C ~85–95 cSt Kinematic Viscosity @100°C ~14–15 cSt Viscosity Index ~150+ Pour Point ~-42°C Flash Point ~220–230°C Sulfated Ash Low (for emissions systems) (Typical values – may vary slightly by batch) Specifications & Approvals Meets or exceeds: API CK-4, CJ-4, CI-4 Plus, CI-4, CH-4 Cummins CES 20086 / 20081 Detroit DFS 93K222 / 93K218 Volvo VDS-4.5 / VDS-4 Mack EOS-4.5 Caterpillar ECF-3 Performance Highlights Extended oil drain intervals (OEM dependent) Improved engine cleanliness Reduced engine wear under heavy loads Maintains fuel efficiency over time Health & Safety Avoid prolonged skin contact Use proper PPE (gloves) Dispose used oil responsibly