Shell Lubricants introduced its new Rotella T3 NG 15W-40 motor oil for use in compressed natural gas (CNG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) engines at the Technology & Maintenance Council’s annual meeting in Tampa this week. Shell said the new oil “uses a customized combination of high-performance additives to adapt and protect under the range of pressures and temperatures found in CNG/LNG fueled engines. “
Mark Reed, global brand manager for Shell Rotella, said T3 NG is an SAE 15W-40 rated oil is for applications such as trucks and buses fitted with engines designed to run on 100% CNG or LNG, particularly those preferring relatively low-ash formulations. The oil is uitable for use in Cummins, Detroit Diesel, Mahindra and Hyundai CNG/LNG engines., he noted.
Reed said the new T3 NG oil formulation offers an “optimized” balance of detergents and dispersants for good piston and engine cleanliness; ignition system protection through reduced levels of “ash” containing additives, which control deposit formation in the combustion chamber; plus wear protection of liners, rings, bearings and valve train components for long engine life.
“The addition of T3 NG our oil portfolio provides additional strength to our product line-up, which includes conventional, synthetic blend and full synthetic diesel engine oils,” Reed said.
Shell Rotella T3 NG is currently available in drums, totes and bulk.
For more information about Shell Rotella lubricants, go to www.Rotella.com.
