Extra Performance Monograde
Monograde Hea vy Duty Diesel Eng ine O ils
Shell Rimula R3 Energised Protection oils fea ture proven lubricant chemistry tha t adapts to your driving needs to
provide extra protection wha tever the demands of your engine or equipment. Fea turing an active-detergent system to keep pistons and other engine pa rts clea n, it provides protection a ga inst wear for long engine life and protection against deposits for efficient engine performance.
Performance, Fea tures & Be ne fits

Stationary equipment

Equipment manufacturer acceptance
Shell Rimula R3 monogrades are suitable for certain stationary
equipment, such as pumps, tha t run continuously under steady
sta te conditions.
Shell Rimula R3 monogrades are approved for use in a va riety of engine applications by leading O EMs.
Detroit Diesel two-stroke engines
High standard of piston cleanliness
Shell Rimula R3 oils should not be used in Detroit Diesel two- stroke engines. An SAE 40 oil meeting the API CF-II
Specification and ha ving a sulphated ash content of less than
The high thermal stability and oil oxidation resistance provide a high standard of piston cleanliness.
Low engine wear and long component life 1% should be used.
Overall engine cleanliness contributes to low engine wear, long component life, maintenance of power output, more
operational stability and lower servicing costs.
Specifications, Approva ls & Recommenda tions

MAN : 270
Ma in Applications

MB Approval: 228.0
MTU: Category 1
API : CF

ACEA: E2

Dedicated diesel engine oil performance
For a full listing of equipment a pprova ls and recommendations,
plea se consult your loca l Shell Technica l Helpdesk, or the OEM
Approvals website.
Shell Rimula R3 monogrades ha ve been formulated to provide robust engine performance in a va riety of off-highway
applications or older on-highway diesel vehicles.
Construction industry application
Engine oil technology is sometimes specified for use in the
transmission and hydraulic applications. Shell Rimula R3
monogrades offer premium performance and protection for
these applications.