Shell Rimula R4 15W-40
• Unique Active Technology
• Modern Engine - High Power Use
Multigrade Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oils
Shell Rimula R4 Energised Protection oil uses exclusive combinations of the latest high performance additives to ensure
that the oil adapts and protects under the full range of pressures and temperatures found in modern engines - from the
high temperatures in the pistons, to the extreme loads found in the valve-trains. Featuring extra-active additives to
control and sweep away harmful soot and particles found in high performance engines, it delivers excellent soot and
viscosity control, outstanding protection against wear and exceptional versatility - one oil for fleets with multiple engine
makes.
Performance, Features & Benefits
Outstanding protection
Featuring an exclusive additive system to ensure maximum
soot handling, Shell Rimula R4 delivers excellent wear
protection and long oil life in Euro 3, US 2002 and other
advanced engines.
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Demonstrated performance for all applications
Shell Rimula R4 has been tested and proven in real-life
applications, from severe duty operation in mining and
construction operations to heavy duty haulage in some of the
world’s most severe environments.
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Improved engine cleanliness
The exclusive additive system delivers improved engine
cleanliness and protection against piston deposits allowing
Shell Rimula R4 to exceed the demanding requirements of
most OEMs.
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Main Applications
Severe duty heavy duty diesel engines ·
Shell Rimula R4 provides demonstrated protection and
performance in the latest high power heavy duty diesel
engines from Europe, US and Japanese manufacturers in both
on-highway and off-highway applications.
High technology low emission engines ·
Shell Rimula R4 is suitable for most modern low emission
engines meeting Euro 4, 3, 2 and US 2002 emission
requirements.
For the latest low emissions engines especially those fitted with
exhaust diesel particulate traps (DPF), we recommend the use of
our low-emissions products, Shell Rimula R4 L or Shell Rimula
R6 LM/LME.
Specifications, Approvals & Recommendations
Caterpillar: ECF-1-A ·
Cummins: CES 20078, 77, 76 ,75, 72 ,71 ·
DDC: 93K215 ·
MACK: EO-M, EO-M+ ·
MAN: 3275-1 ·
MB Approval: 228.3 ·
Renault Trucks: RLD-2 ·
Volvo: VDS-3 ·
API: CI-4, CH-4, CG-4, CF-4, CF ·
ACEA: E7, E5, E3 ·
Global: DHD-1 ·
For a full listing of equipment approvals and recommendations,
please consult your local Shell Technical Helpdesk, or the OEM
Approvals website.
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Typical Physical Characteristics
These characteristics are typical of current production. Whilst future production will conform to Shell's specification, variations in these characteristics
may occur.
Properties Method Shell Rimula R4 15W-40 (CI-
4)
Viscosity Grade 15W-40
Kinematic Viscosity @40°C mm2/s ASTM D445 109
Kinematic Viscosity @100°C mm2/s ASTM D445 14.7
Dynamic Viscosity @-20°C mPa s ASTM D5293 6700
Viscosity Index ASTM D2270 139
Total Base Number mg KOH/g ASTM D2896 10
Sulphated Ash % wt ASTM D874 1.2
Density @15°C kg/l ASTM D4052 0.888
Flash Point (COC) °C ASTM D92 230
Pour Point °C ASTM D97 -36
Products for High Speed Engines
Product Specifications
Product Name |
Product Description |
SAE Grade |
Viscosity, mm2/s
AT
(40°C | 100°) |
Base
number
mg/KOH/g |
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Shell Rimula R3+ 30 |
Monograde, heavy-duty diesel engine oil |
30 |
93 | 11 |
9 |
Shell Rimula R4 L 15W-40 |
Low Emissions - Multigrade Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oil |
- |
115 | 15.5 |
10 |
Shell RimulaR4 X 15W-40 |
Multigrade, heavy-duty diesel engine oil |
- |
109 |14.7 |
10.5 |
Shell Rimula R6 M 10W-40 |
Maintenance saving – fully synthetic, heavy-duty diesel engine oil |
- |
83 | 13.2 |
13 |
Shell Rotella DD+ 40 |
Heavy-duty, diesel two-stroke engine oil |
40 |
138 | 14.4 |
8 |
Health, Safety & Environment
Health and Safety ·
Shell Rimula R4 15W-40 (CI-4) is unlikely to present any significant health or safety hazard when properly used in the
recommended application and good standards of personal hygiene are maintained.
Avoid contact with skin. Use impervious gloves with used oil. After skin contact, wash immediately with soap and water.
Guidance on Health and Safety is available on the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheet, which can be obtained from
http://www.epc.shell.com/
Protect the Environment
Take used oil to an authorised collection point. Do not discharge into drains, soil or water.
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Additional Information
Advice
Advice on applications not covered here may be obtained from your Shell representative.