Shell Gadinia AL 40 is an advanced marine engine oil formulated to minimize oil consumption and cylinder liner lacquering in medium-speed trunk piston engines operating on distillate fuels.
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Shell Gadinia AL 40

Shell Gadinia AL 40 is an advanced marine engine oil formulated to minimize oil consumption and cylinder liner lacquering in medium-speed trunk piston engines operating on distillate fuels.

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Shell Gadinia AL 40

Advanced lubricant for marine trunk piston engines operating under severe conditions

  • Designed to combat cylinder liner lacquering in high-efficiency diesel engines

  • Helps maintain low oil consumption and piston/crankcase cleanliness

  • Provides load-carrying capability suitable for use in marine reduction gears

  • Offers protection against bore polishing to reduce maintenance needs

  • Multi-functional – also suitable for general shipboard applications

  • Approved by leading engine manufacturers including MAN B&W, Rolls-Royce Bergen, and Deutz AG

  • Meets API CF performance level

Global Product Code: 901L4305



Application:

Shell Gadinia AL 40 is a premium quality marine diesel engine oil engineered for medium-speed trunk piston engines running on distillate fuels. It is particularly effective in reducing oil consumption and preventing cylinder liner lacquer build-up, especially under high-load or overload conditions. It can also be used in shipboard reduction gears and other auxiliary systems where specialist lubricants are not required.

Performance Features & Benefits:

  • Improved Reliability: Maintains excellent piston and crankcase cleanliness, supporting overall engine efficiency.
  • Lower Maintenance Costs: Controls liner lacquer and minimizes bore polishing, reducing oil consumption and wear.
  • Multi-Purpose Utility: Suitable for use in gears and auxiliary marine systems in addition to main propulsion engines.
  • OEM Approved: Approved by major engine manufacturers for marine engine applications.

Main Application Areas:

  • Highly rated medium-speed marine diesel engines under high load or overload
  • Reduction gears and other general shipboard equipment

Specifications & Approvals:

  • API CF
  • Approved by: MAN B&W Diesel AG, Rolls-Royce Bergen, Deutz AG, Simplex (Compact Sterntube Seals)

Environmental & Safety Information:

  • Use impervious gloves with used oil. Avoid prolonged contact with skin.
  • Do not discharge oil into drains, soil, or watercourses. Dispose of used oil at certified collection points.
  • Safety Data Sheet (SDS) available via inquiry

Technical Specifications:

Property Typical Value Method
Kinematic Viscosity @ 40 °C 140 mm²/s ASTM D445
Kinematic Viscosity @ 100 °C 14.3 mm²/s ASTM D445
Density @ 15 °C 0.900 kg/l ASTM D4052
Flash Point (PMCC) >200 °C ASTM D93
Pour Point –18 °C ASTM D97
Load Carrying Capacity (FZG Fail Stage) 12 IP 334
Sulphated Ash 1.65 % ASTM D874
Base Number (BN) 15 mg KOH/g ASTM D2896

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