MANUAL TRANSMISSION FLUIDS

CASTROL AXLE AP 85W-140

High quality, mineral oil based, multipurpose gear oil for use in most passenger car, light and heavy duty truck conventional differentials, final drives, non-synchronised manual transmissions, steering gears and other applications where API GL-5, API MT-1 or SAE J2360 performance is required. It is not recommended for those manual transmission manufacturers who prefer non EP (Extreme Pressure) additive containing oils.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Formulated to be particularly stable under high temperature operating conditions and resist degradation which can lead to deposits and reduced oil seal and overall equipment life.
• Provides high oil film and wear protection which ensures components are protected even under severe operating conditions and thus prolongs equipment life.
  

SPECIFICATION/TECHNICAL DATA

• API GL-5, 
• MT-1SAE J2360
• Mack GO-J
• ArvinMeritor76-A

CASTROL AXLE EPX 85W-140

Multipurpose axle oil which may be used in differentials and other applications in passenger car and commercial vehicles where API GL-5 is required. Approved by ZF for use in a range of commercial applications.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Offers the benefits of multiplicity of applications across a wide range of automotive, heavy commercial, light commercial, 4WD’s and selected earthmoving equipment where premium mineral oil technology can be employed
• Provides high oil film and wear protection which ensures components are protected even under severe operating conditions and thus prolongs equipment life
  

SPECIFICATION/TECHNICAL DATA

• API GL-5
• ZF TE-ML 16D, 21A
  

CASTROL AXLE LONG DRAIN 80W-90

Mineral based gear oil designed for use in axles and final drives operating under severe conditions and over a wide range of operating temperatures. It is specifically approved for use in MB Actros, MAN, Scania and ZF axles and is also recommended for other applications where API GL-5 or SAE J2360 performance is required.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Extended drain potential compared with conventional MB 235.0 fluids
• Enhanced seal compatibility
• Effective wear protection under severe load conditions, ensuring longer component life and allowing it to be used in the final drives of most vehicles in a wide range of operating temperatures
• Excellent resistance to foaming and corrosion
  

SPECIFICATION/TECHNICAL DATA

• API GL-5
• MAN 342 M3
• MB-Approval 235.20
• Scania STO 1:0*
• ZF TE-ML 05A, 12E, 16B, 17B, 19B, 21A
• SAE J2360
  

*Scania do not recommend SAE 80W-90 grades in Australia

CASTROL EP 80W

A low viscosity, mild extreme pressure gear oil with good synchroniser performance specially designed for European trucks and light commercials with synchronised transmissions. Mercedes-Benz, ZF and Hino.

SYNTRANS 50E

Specially formulated synthetic transmission fluid designed for extended drain and severe service in heavy duty manual transmissions which require a non EP gear or transmission fluid. It is approved against Eaton PS 164 Rev.7 and suitable for use in transmissions used in road transport equipment where long drain intervals and extended warranty conditions apply.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Suitable for extended warranty programmes.
• Extended drain intervals reduce maintenance and operator costs.
• Excellent high temperature stability and load carrying durability improves transmission service life.
• Synthetic technology provides lower running temperatures and low temperature fluidity which aids smooth gear shifting, cold starts and fuel efficiency.
  

SPECIFICATION/TECHNICAL DATA

• API GL-4/MT-1
• Eaton extended drain PS 164 rev. 7
• Meritor Extended drain (TP 900014)
• Meets Mack TO-A plus
• Meets Navistar TMS 6816
• Meets Volvo 97305
  

CASTROL SYNTRANS AT 75W-90

Full synthetic manual transmission fluid specifically for use in Mercedes-Benz Actros vehicles.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Excellent synchroniser performance for improved driver comfort
• Smoother gearshift at low ambient temperatures due to reduced shifting forces
• Extended drain periods and reduced servicing
• Good seal compatibility helping to avoid oil leaks
  

SPECIFICATION/TECHNICAL DATA

• API Service Classification GL-4
• SAE 75W-90
• Mercedes Benz Lubricant List page 235.11 (for Actros manual transmissions without oil coolers)
  

CASTROL SYNTRANS HEAVY DUTY 75W-90

Fully synthetic manual transmission fluid with excellent performance for up to 400,000 km oil drains intervals in manual transmission applications. It is our prime recommendation for Volvo, Spicer, Eaton, Road Ranger and Rockwell truck transmissions, in both normal and severe duty conditions. It is suitable for both synchronised and non-synchronised manual transmissions. It is particularly
recommended for long haul interstate trucks, B-double, road train and other severe duty applications. However it may also be used in manual transmissions of cars and light commercial vehicles where API GL-4 oils are recommended.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Extended drain performance to lower maintenance costs and increase vehicle availability
• Excellent oxidation stability ensures suitability in high temperature and extended drain applications
• Proven synchroniser performance making gear shifting easier, and transmission operation quieter
• Easier cold start gear shifting in synchronised transmissions
• Excellent wear protection reduces wear and prolongs gear life
  

SPECIFICATION/TECHNICAL DATA

• API GL-4
• Volvo Approved against Volvo 97315 for high load, high ambient conditions
  

CASTROL SYNTRAX UNIVERSAL PLUS 75W-90

Fully synthetic multipurpose manual transmission and final drive lubricant for smooth shift at low temperatures.Application For synchronized manual transmissions and final drives/differentials of a wide range of vehicles (commercial vehicles, construction equipment, passenger cars) where API GL-4 or GL-5 are required.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

• A single product for transmission and final drive.
• Excellent low temperature fluidity provides improved cold shift quality in cold conditions and fuel efficiency.
• Superior high temperature stability and excellent and wear protection even in the most arduous conditions prolongs equipment life and allows for extended oil drain intervals.
• Full compatibility with conventional mineral oils and seals allows this product to be used in a wide range of applications.
• Outstanding EP gear synchroniser performance.
  

SPECIFICATION/TECHNICAL DATA

• API GL-4, GL-5 and MT-1

Suitable for use where the following specifications apply:

• MAN 3343 Type S
• Scania STO 1:0
• MB Approval 235.8
• ZF TE-ML, 02B, 05B, 12B, 16F, 17B, 19C, 21BC
• SAE MJ2360 (MIL-PRF-2105E)
• Eaton Approved for 300,000km’s drain
  

Advanced Performance Series

CASTROL SYNTRANS Z LONG LIFE 75W-80

Full synthetic manual transmission fluid specifically developed to meet ZF extended oil drain intervals of 540,000km.

Approved for use in all ZF commercial manual and automated manual transmissions and Iveco Eurotonic transmissions.

Recommended for most commercial vehicle manual transmissions where API GL4 lubricants are required.

Has sole approval against MB235.41 for use in G85 transmissions in Mercedes-Benz hybrid trucks, buses and coaches.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Temperature reduction during operation extends the performance life of the oil, promoting extended drain intervals, minimal downtime, reduced repair and replacement costs
• Improved shift comfort, extended synchroniser life reducing warranty and maintenance costs
• Excellent low temperature fluidity gives improved protection and smooth gear shifts at low temperatures
• Excellent wear and EP performance provides protection under high loads
• Optimised efficiency means reduced fuel usage and fewer emissions
  

SPECIFICATION/TECHNICAL DATA

• SAE 75W-80
• API GL4
• ZF TE-ML 02E, 16P
• MAN 341 Z5
• MB-Approval 235.41