Shell Helix HX5 15W-40

ShellShell Helix HX5 linepassenger cars15W-40 data partly verified

Mineral multigrade 15W-40 engine oil rated API SN/CF and ACEA A3/B3 for car petrol, diesel and gas-fuelled engines.

Classification
Product line Shell Helix HX5 1 oil
SAE viscosity 15W-40What SAE means
Base oil mineral
Intended use passenger cars
API class What API means
ACEA class What ACEA means
Typical properties
Viscosity at 40 °C 106.00 mm²/s
Viscosity at 100 °C 14.27 mm²/s
Viscosity index 137
Pour point -45 °C
Flash point 241 °C
Density 866 kg/m³
Shell Helix HX5 15W-40

Description

Shell Helix HX5 15W-40 is a mineral multigrade oil from the Helix HX5 line for the everyday running of car petrol, diesel and gas-fuelled engines. The maker allows its use with biodiesel and with petrol/ethanol blends.

The oil is rated API SN, API CF and ACEA A3/B3. The maker lists no car-maker approvals for it.

Typical figures: 14.27 mm²/s at 100 °C, 106 mm²/s at 40 °C, viscosity index 137, pour point -45 °C, flash point 241 °C.

Application

Petrol, diesel and gas-fuelled (LPG, CNG) car engines in everyday use, including those running on biodiesel and petrol/ethanol blends.

Data current as of data partly verifiedsome specifications could not be confirmed from an official sourceCheck the label and the current product data sheet before you buy.

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