Shell Spirax MB 90 is a high-quality heavy-duty axle oil formulated for extreme-pressure applications in automotive transmissions and axles operating under severe conditions.

Shell Spirax MB 90 is a high-quality heavy-duty axle oil formulated for extreme-pressure applications in automotive transmissions and axles operating under severe conditions.

Shell Spirax MB 90


Heavy-duty extreme-pressure gear and axle oil for automotive use

  • SAE 90 oil for heavy-duty rear axles and gear systems

  • Excellent anti-wear, oxidation stability, and anti-rust performance

  • Ideal for medium and low-speed spur, helical, spiral-bevel, and hypoid gears

  • Designed for extreme pressure and severe load-speed conditions

  • Approved by Mercedes-Benz, ZF, MAN, Volvo, and meets US military standards

Global Product Code: 001A0608



Application:

Shell Spirax MB 90 is a high-quality extreme-pressure axle oil designed to protect automotive gear systems under severe load and speed conditions. It is suitable for medium and low-speed spur or helical gears, as well as spiral-bevel and hypoid axle units, where extreme pressure conditions exist.

Performance Features & Benefits:

  • Excellent Wear Protection: High-performance additives provide strong anti-wear characteristics to prevent gear damage under high-pressure conditions.
  • Oxidation Stability: Resists oil breakdown and deposit formation, maintaining performance over long service periods.
  • Corrosion and Rust Resistance: Shields internal components from rust and corrosion, even in demanding environments.
  • Reliable Under Severe Conditions: Maintains consistent protection in high-load, high-speed, or shock-load operating situations.

Main Application Areas:

  • Heavy-duty automotive transmissions and axle systems
  • Rear axles and gear units in passenger cars, trucks, and buses
  • Medium and low-speed spur, helical, spiral-bevel, and hypoid gears

Specifications & Approvals:

  • API GL-5
  • US Military MIL-L-2105B
  • MB-Approval 235.0
  • DTFR 12B100
  • MAN 342 Typ M1
  • ZF TE-ML 16C, 17B, 19B, 21A
  • Volvo 97310

Usage Instructions:

  • Use according to OEM recommendations for axle and transmission oil selection.
  • Consult your Shell representative for applications not explicitly listed.

Environmental & Safety Information:

  • Shell Spirax MB 90 is unlikely to present health or safety hazards when used properly and with standard hygiene practices.
  • Avoid skin contact with used oil. Use gloves and wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
  • Do not dispose of oil into drains, soil, or water. Take used oil to an authorised collection point.
  • Safety Data Sheet (SDS) available via inquiry.

Technical Specifications:

Property Value
SAE Viscosity Grade 90
Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C 182 mm²/s (ISO 3104)
Kinematic Viscosity @ 100°C 16.8 mm²/s (ISO 3104)
Viscosity Index 97 (ISO 2909)
Density @ 15°C 901 kg/m³ (ISO 12185)
Flash Point (COC) 222°C (ISO 2592)
Pour Point -18°C (ISO 3016)

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