Shell Helix Ultra ECT Multi 5W-30
Fully synthetic low-SAPS 5W-30 ACEA C3 engine oil, approved to VW 504.00/507.00, BMW Longlife-04, MB 229.51 and Porsche C30.
| Classification | |
|---|---|
| Product line | Shell Helix Ultra 14 oils |
| SAE viscosity | 5W-30What SAE means |
| Base oil | fully synthetic |
| Intended use | passenger cars |
| API class | What API means |
| ACEA class | What ACEA means |
| Approvals | |
| Manufacturer approvals | What an approval means |
| Meets the requirements of | |
| Typical properties | |
| Viscosity at 40 °C | 66.8 mm²/s |
| Viscosity at 100 °C | 11.8 mm²/s |
| Viscosity index | 174 |
| Pour point | -45 °C |
| Flash point | 234 °C |
| Density | 836 kg/m³ |
The car maker has not officially approved the entries in the “Meets the requirements of” row.
Description
Shell Helix Ultra ECT Multi 5W-30 is a fully synthetic oil, low in sulphated ash, phosphorus and sulphur, for petrol, diesel and gas car engines. A single oil covers several European car makers' long-life requirements (BMW, Mercedes-Benz, the VW group and Porsche) and is suitable for diesels with a particulate filter.
The oil is rated ACEA C3 and API SP and holds official VW 504.00, VW 507.00, BMW Longlife-04, MB 229.51 and Porsche C30 approvals. It meets the requirements of MB 229.52 without formal approval.
Typical figures: 11.8 mm²/s at 100 °C, 66.8 mm²/s at 40 °C, viscosity index 174, pour point -45 °C, flash point 234 °C.
Application
Petrol, diesel and gas engines in European cars with extended drain intervals, including diesels with a particulate filter.
Data current as of Check the label and the current product data sheet before you buy.
Sources: official sources of the data on this oil
- Technical data sheet (TDS) epc.shell.com
- Product page on the manufacturer’s site epc.shell.com
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