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Diesel Gard 10W-40 VMB

A high-performance mineral engine oil designed specifically for diesel engines. Why choose this oil

Viscosity10W-40
Oil TypeMineral
Specifications
  • API CI-4
  • ACEA E4
  • ACEA E7
  • DTFR 15B120 (MB 228.5)
  • Cummins CES 20078
  • MAN M 3277
  • MTU Type 3
  • Deutz DQC IV-18
  • DDC 93K215
  • Volvo VDS-3
  • Renault RLD-2
  • Mack EO-N
Approvals
  • Volvo VDS-3
  • Renault RLD-2
  • Mack EO-N
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Why choose Diesel Gard 10W-40 VMB

Duckhams Diesel Gard 10W-40 VMB is a high-performance mineral engine oil designed specifically for diesel engines. This versatile lubricant ensures optimal protection and performance, making it an ideal choice for commercial vehicles and heavy machinery. May also be suitable for other vehicles. Please refer to the owner's handbook and the product specification shown.

  • Enhanced protection for superior wear resistance, extending engine life and reducing maintenance costs.
  • High-temperature stability, maintaining viscosity and performance under high operating temperatures for smooth operation.
  • Excellent flow properties at low temperatures, allowing easy starts and quick lubrication in cold conditions.
  • Detergent properties keep engines clean by minimising sludge and deposits, improving efficiency and longevity.
  • Versatile compatibility with a wide range of diesel engines, including turbocharged engines.
  • Designed to help reduce emissions, supporting environmental compliance for modern diesel engines.

Typical physical characteristics

PropertyUnitTypical Value
SAE Viscosity Grade10W-40
Density @ 20 °Ckg/L0.8735
Viscosity @ 100 °CcSt14.4
Viscosity @ 40 °CcSt109
Viscosity Index134.8
CCS @ -25 °CcP6,850
Total Base NumbermgKOH/g12.06
Sulphated Ash% wt1.7
Flash Point (COC)°C220
Pour Point°C-33

Typical physical characteristics are provided as an indication of properties based on current production data only, and should not be interpreted as a specification.

Manufacturer standards

The manufacturer standards Duckhams Diesel Gard 10W-40 VMB is recommended for, grouped by the marque that sets them rather than by the code.

  • Renault

    • RLD-2
  • Volvo

    • VDS-3