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Hypergrade Plus 10W-40 SN Plus A3/B4

A semi-synthetic engine oil for use in gasoline and diesel vehicles. Why choose this oil

Viscosity10W-40
Oil TypeSemi Synthetic
Specifications
  • API SN Plus
  • ACEA A3/B4
  • MB 229.1
  • MB 229.3
  • VW 501 01 / 505 00
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Why choose Hypergrade Plus 10W-40 SN Plus A3/B4

Duckhams Hypergrade Plus 10W-40 SN Plus A3/B4 is a semi-synthetic engine oil for use in gasoline and diesel vehicles. Formulated using current additive technology and high-quality virgin base oils to meet the requirements of existing vehicles and provide complete protection for modern passenger cars. Duckhams Hypergrade Plus 10W-40 SN Plus A3/B4 oil improves engine and fuel efficiency, reducing emissions whilst still ensuring high-temperature protection. It gives excellent engine cleanliness reducing sludge and deposit formation. It provides easy cold start and ideal lubrication at elevated temperature and ensures low oil consumption and cold start protection against wear. It has been designed for Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines to protect them against Low-Speed Pre-Ignition (LSPI).

  • Excellent anti-wear performance provides advanced protection in all conditions, irrespective of driving style, reducing component wear and extending component and engine life.
  • Excellent engine cleanliness reduces deposits, sludge and wear, maintaining engine performance throughout the oil drain interval, extending engine life.
  • Rapid oil circulation at start-up, even in cold conditions, minimising wear, and extending engine life.
  • Reduced internal friction within the engine and low volatility lead to good fuel economy and reduced emissions, minimising environmental impact and running costs.
  • Excellent soot handling properties reduce timing chain wear and turbocharger deposits, maintaining engine performance and efficiency.
  • Protects engines against Low-Speed Pre-Ignition (LSPI).

Typical physical characteristics

PropertyUnitTypical Value
Viscosity Grade10W-40
Viscosity @ 100 °CcSt13.93
Viscosity @ 40 °CcSt92.45
Viscosity Index154
CCS @ -25 °CcP4994
Flash Point (Closed Cup)°C240
Pour Point°C-36
Total Base NumbermgKOH/g6.57
Density @ 15 °Ckg/L0.8639

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 Hypergrade Plus 10W-40 SN Plus A3/B4 is recommended for, grouped by the marque that sets them rather than by the code.

  • Mercedes-Benz

    • MB 229.1
    • MB 229.3
  • Volkswagen Group

    • VW 501 01 / 505 00