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Castrol TRANSMAX car transmission fluids

 

 

Enhanced protection & longer transmission life

Car transmissions are becoming increasingly complex. Demanding technologically advanced fluids to run efficiently and reliably. The Castrol TRANSMAX range has the right transmission and axle fluids for your vehicle, giving advanced protection and a smoother drive for longer.

 

2 out of 3 major vehicle manufacturers* choose Castrol transmission fluids as part of their factory fill. *Based on an independent source data

TRANSMAX Agri MP 15W-40

Castrol TRANSMAX Agri MP 15W-40

Castrol TRANSMAX AGRI MP 15W40

Universal tractor oil

 

Description

Castrol Transmax Agri MP 15W-40 is a universal API GL-4 oil for most types of farm machinery.

 

Advantages

  • One oil that protects the engine, transmission, wet brake, hydraulic and front axles
  • One oil reduces inventory, saves money
  • Using an advanced formulation, Castrol Agri MP reduces engine wear by up to 30% compared to conventional
  • STOU products

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • API CE/SF/GL-4Z
  • FTE-ML 06B*, 07B
  • Meets - John Deere JDM J27, Massey Ferguson M1144, Sperry Vickers/Eaton M2950S
  • Sperry Vickers/ Eaton I-280-S, Sauer Sunstrand/ Danfoss: Hydrostatic Trans Fluid
  • Suitable for use where Case MAT 3525, Ford M2C134-D/ M2C86-B/ M2C159-B
  • John Deere JDM J20C, Massey Fergusson M1139
  • New Holland FNHA-2-C-201.00
  • FNH 82009202
  • NH 410B are specified
TRANSMAX Manual EP 80W

TRANSMAX Manual EP 80W

TRANSMAX MANUAL EP 80W

Manual Transmission Fluid

 

Description

Castrol Transmax Manual EP 80W is a synthetic technology-based fluid suitable for use in applications where API GL-4 performance is required. Transmax Manual EP 80W is approved for use in MB transmissions used in light commercial vehicles and trucks and also approved for use in ZF manual transmissions.

 

Advantages

  • High thermal stability protects against deposit formation and oil thickening maintaining the life and performance of lubricant and transmission.
  • Good antiwear and load-carrying characteristics extend the life of components.

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • API GL-4
  • MB-Approval 235.1, ZFTE-ML 17A
TRANSMAX Manual Z LL 75W80

TRANSMAX Manual Z LL 75W80

 

Manual Transmission Fluid

 

Description

Castrol Transmax Manual Z Long Life 75W-80 is a full synthetic SAE 75W-80 fluid developed specifically to meet ZF extended drain intervals requirements (540.000 km) and is approved for use in all ZF commercial manual and automated manual transmissions. It can be recommended in other manual transmissions requiring API GL-4 and is particularly suitable for severe applications where loads and temperatures are higher.

 

Advantages

  • Excellent frictional characteristics with carbon, sinter bronze and molybdenum synchroniser's provide improved shift quality and extend component life.
  • Temperature reduction in operation extends the life of the oil and components aiding extended drain intervals and reducing downtime and repair costs.
  • Provides excellent low-temperature fluidity giving improved protection and smooth gear shifts at low temperatures.
  • Excellent thermal and oxidative stability extends the life of transmission and lubricant extending drain intervals and reducing service needs.
  • Excellent wear and EP performance provide protection to components under high loads extending component life and reducing maintenance costs.

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • API GL-4
  • MAN 341 Z5
  • MB-Approval 235.41
  • ZF TE-ML 01E, 02E, 16P
TRANSMAX Limited Slip Z 85W90

TRANSMAX Limited Slip Z 85W90

TRANSMAX LIMITED SLIP Z 85W90

Axle Fluid for Limited Slip Differentials

 

Description

Castrol Transmax Limited Slip Z 85W-90 is a mineral oil-based gear oil which is suitable for use in limited slip differentials in cars and commercial vehicles where API GL-5 oils with specific limited slip friction performance are required. It can also be used in conventional differentials. It is approved by ZF for use in their multi-disc wet brakes and self-locking differentials used in a range of commercial vehicle applications including axles in off-road and agricultural equipment.

 

Advantages

  • Very good wear protection, even under severe conditions, prolongs component life.
  • Optimized and stable friction characteristics for the effective operation of limited slip differentials throughout the drain interval.
  • Specifically formulated to meet friction requirements of ZF wet brakes and locking differentials.

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • API GL-5
  • ZF TE-ML 05C, 16E, 21C
TRANSMAX Axle LL 75W90

TRANSMAX Axle LL 75W90

TRANSMAX LIMITED SLIP Z 85W90

Axle Fluid - Multivehicle

 

Description

Castrol Transmax Axle Long Life 75W-90, formulated with Smooth Drive TechnologyTM, is a full synthetic rear axle fluid. It provides superior protection, especially when driving under stop-start or extreme conditions e.g. towing. This enables smooth axle operation and noise reduction, resulting in a more comfortable drive throughout the lifetime of the vehicle. Specially designed and approved by BMW for use in all BMW final drives fitted with conventional (non-limited slip)differentials. It is Castrol's prime recommendation for final drives in heavy commercial vehicles and is approved by MAN, Scania and ZF.

 

Advantages

  • Fuel savings and reduced emissions due to balanced viscometric and frictional characteristics.
  • Superior low-temperature fluidity pump ability ensures optimum protection at start-up under all conditions.
  • Excellent thermal and oxidative stability provides final drive and differential cleanliness which permits extended drain and decreased servicing.
  • Optimal anti-wear, extreme pressure performance at all ambient temperatures and load conditions.
  • Excellent temperature reduction and shear stability enhance final drive performance and extend component life.

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • API GL-5
  • MAN 342 S1
  • ZF TE-ML 05A, 12B, 17B, 19C, 21A
  • BMW (Non-Limited Slip Rear Axles) According to Service Instruction 33 01 96 (149)

 

Additional information

  • Transmax Axle Long Life 75W-90 is registered under the following ZF approval number: ZF002142
TRANSMAX ATF DX II Multivehicle

TRANSMAX ATF DX II Multivehicle

TRANSMAX ATF DX II MULTIVEHICLE

Automatic Transmission Fluid

 

Description

Castrol Transmax ATF DX II Multivehicle is an Automatic Transmission Fluid which may be used in automatic transmissions and power steering units of many types of vehicles where Dexron® IID or Mercon® performance is required. It is also approved for use in many European heavy-duty automatic transmissions.

 

Advantages

  • Multiple approvals provide wide-ranging use.
  • Ensures efficient operation of power steering units under all conditions.
  • High thermal stability protects against deposits and oil thickening prolonging the life of components and lubricants.
  • Enhanced friction characteristics and wear protection maintain the effective operation of equipment.
  • Effective seal compatibility reduces the risk of leakages.

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • ZFTE-ML 04D, 11A, 14A
  • MAN 339 V1
  • MAN 339 Z1
  • MAN 339 L2
  • Voith H55.6335.xx
  • Meets Ford MERCON®, DEXRON®-IID

 

Additional information

  • Transmax ATF DX II Multivehicle is registered under the following ZF approval number: ZF003358
TRANSMAX ATF DX III Multivehicle

TRANSMAX ATF DX III Multivehicle

TRANSMAX ATF DX II MULTIVEHICLE

Automatic Transmission Fluid

 

Description

Transmax ATF DX III Multivehicle is recommended for use in GM automatic transmissions pre-2005 (Dexron® II or III)and Ford automatic transmissions built between 1983 and 1996 (Mercon®). This product is approved for use in Allison heavy-duty transmissions against TES 389. It is also approved for use in a wide range of European heavy-duty automatic transmissions.

NB: It can be used in some power steering units.

 

Advantages

  • Multiple manufacturer approvals make it suitable for wide-ranging use.
  • It is specifically formulated for high thermal stability and resistance to oxidation which protects against the formation of deposits and oil thickening prolonging the life of components and lubricant.
  • Optimised friction characteristics provide smooth shifting and efficient power transfer.
  • High viscosity index provides a stable viscosity over a wide temperature range for effective protection of transmissions and operation of power steering units.

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • Allison TES 389
  • MAN 339 L1, MAN 339 V1, MAN 339 Z1
  • MB-Approval 236.9
  • Voith H55.6335.xx
  • Volvo Transmission Oil 97341:071
  • ZF TE-ML 04D, 14A
  • Meets Allison C4, Ford MERCON®, GM DEXRON®-IIIH, Volvo 97340

 

Additional information

  • Transmax ATF DX III Multivehicle is registered under the following ZF approval number: ZF003368
TRANSMAX Limited Slip LL 75W-140

TRANSMAX Limited Slip LL 75W140

TRANSMAX LIMITED SLIP LL 75W140

Axle Fluid for Limited Slip Differentials

 

Description

Castrol Transmax Limited Slip LL 75W-140, formulated with Smooth Drive Technology™, is a full synthetic hypoid gear oil formulated for use in both conventional and limited slip differentials. It has demonstrated outstanding performance in competition vehicles employing limited slip differentials. It is approved for use in the high-performance BMW-M Series and Mercedes Benz AMG limited slip differentials.

 

Advantages

  • Reduces noise and vibrations in the axle.
  • Excellent shear stability maintaining performance over the life of the lubricant.
  • Exceptional stability at high temperatures extends the life of the lubricant and axle.
  • Effective wear resistance ensures protection under high loads and prevents damage to components.
  • Very good low-temperature fluidity properties increase protection at the start 

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • API GL-5
  • Approved - MB-Approval 235.61, ZFTE-ML 05C, ZFTE-ML 16G, ZFTE-ML 18, ZFTE-ML 21C
  • BMW LS Rear Axles
  • Recommended for use in Nissan GTR limited slip rear axles
  • *SAE Class according to J306 pre-1998 **

 

Additional information

  • Transmax Limited Slip LL 75W-140 is registered under the following ZF approval number: ZF002141up.
TRANSMAX ATF Z

TRANSMAX ATF Z

TRANSMAX LIMITED SLIP LL 75W140

Automatic Transmission Fluid

 

Description

Castrol Transmax ATF Z, formulated with Smooth Drive Technology™, is a full synthetic automatic transmission fluid. It can solve shift ability problems in automatic transmissions, enabling longer transmission life. It is particularly recommended for use in automatic and semi-automatic transmissions used in cars, buses and coaches. As such it is recommended for fleets employing a mixture of Voith, Renk, ZF, Allison and MB transmissions alongside the LeylandPneumocyclic and Hydracyclic units. Extended oil drain (120,000 km) in ZF Ecomat and EcoLife, MB AT and Voith AT. Transmax ATF Z, formulated with Smooth Drive Technology™, delivers enhanced protection and gives drivers a smoother drive for longer.

 

Advantages

  • Enhanced friction durability for smooth transmission performance.
  • Enhanced wear protection to provide longer component life offers extended drain potential and lowers operating costs.
  • Excellent thermal and oxidative stability to effectively resist oxidation and maintains operational efficiency for longer.
  • Enhanced protection against deposits extends transmission life.
  • Temperature reduction in severe service improves transmission and oil service life and helps reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
  • Outstanding cold flow properties give high protection to transmission, especially at start-up.
  • A problem-solver for gear shift ability issues with over 15 years of trouble-free field performance.

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • JASO 1A(03)
  • MB-Approval 236.81
  • MAN 339 V2, Z3, Z12
  • Voith H55.6336.xx
  • VW/Audi 501 60
  • ZF TE-ML 04D, 11B, 14C, 16M, 16S, 20C, 25C
  • Suitable for use where the following are called for: Toyota T, T II, T III, T IV, WS
  • Nissan Matic D, J, S
  • Mitsubishi SP II, IIM, III, PA, J3, SP IV
  • Mazda ATF M-III, M-V, JWS 3317, FZ
  • Subaru F6, Red 1
  • Daihatsu AMMIX ATF D-III Multi, D3-SP
  • Suzuki AT Oil 5D06, 2384K
  • JWS 3314, 3317
  • Hyundai/Kia SP III, SP IV
  • Aisin Transmissions requiring JWS 3309
  • Honda/Acura DW 1/Z1
  • Isuzu (where Toyota T-IV is required)
  • BMW, VW, Audi and Jaguar 5-speed automatic transmissions and MB 4 and 5-speed automatic transmissions.
  • BMW Oil No. 8322.9407807
  • Citroen Oil No. Z 000169756
  • Jaguar Oil No. JLM 20238, LA 2634, LT 71141
  • Mercedes Benz Oil No. 0019892203, MB 236.1, 236.6, 236.7, 236.9, 236.10
  • Peugeot Oil No. Z 000169756
  • Porsche Oil No. 999.917.547.00
  • VW / Audi TL 52162 (G 052 162)
  • ZF Lifeguardfluid 5.

 

Additional information

  • Transmax ATF Z is registered under the following ZF approval number: ZF002158
TRANSMAX Manual 80W-90

TRANSMAX Manual 80W90

TRANSMAX MANUAL 80W90

Manual Transmission Fluid

 

Description

Castrol Transmax Manual 80W-90 may be used in applications where API GL-4 performance is required.

 

Advantages

  • Good thermal stability protects against deposit formation and oil thickening maintaining the life and performance of lubricant and transmission.
  • Good antiwear and load-carrying characteristics extend the life of components. 
  • Improved low-temperature protection and gear shifts compared to monograde products.

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • API GL-4
TRANSMAX Manual 85W-140

TRANSMAX Manual 85W140

TRANSMAX MANUAL 85W140

Manual Transmission Fluid

 

Description

Castrol Transmax Manual 85W-140 may be used in applications where API GL-4 performance is required.

 

Advantages

  • Good thermal stability protects against deposit formation and oil thickening maintaining the life and performance of lubricant and transmission.
  • Good antiwear and load-carrying characteristics extend the life of components.
  • Improved low-temperature protection and gear shifts compared to monograde products.

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • API GL-4
TRANSMAX Axle 85W-140

TRANSMAX Axle 85W140

TRANSMAX AXLE 85W140

Axle Fluid - Multipurpose

 

Description

Castrol Transmax Axle 85W-140 is a multigrade gear oil recommended for axles, transaxles or differentials requiring APIGL-5 oil.

 

Advantages

  • High load-carrying capability ensures gears operating under high loads are protected, prolonging component life.

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • API GL-5
TRANSMAX Axle 80W-90

TRANSMAX Axle 80W-90

TRANSMAX AXLE 80W-90

Axle Fluid - Multipurpose

 

Description

Castrol Transmax Axle 80W-90 is a multigrade gear oil recommended for axles, transaxles or differentials requiring APIGL-5 oil.

 

Advantages

  • Good thermal/oxidation stability which protects against the formation of harmful deposits and oil thickening, prolonging the life of components and lubricant.
  • Superior low-temperature fluidity provides smoother gear shifting and differential operation in cold conditions.

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • API GL-5ions
TRANSMAX Offroad 50

TRANSMAX Offroad 50

Powershift Transmission Fluid

 

Description

Castrol Transmax Offroad 50 is a transmission lubricant using highly refined mineral oil, designed for use in powershift transmissions, direct drive transmissions, wet disc brakes, final drives and differentials in off-road machinery where Caterpillar TO-4 is required and recommended for use in Komatsu off-road machinery drivetrain and hydraulics.

 

Advantages

  • Excellent oxidation stability maintains high-temperature performance and transmission cleanliness during service life.
  • Stable friction characteristics eliminate slippage and reduce brake noise.
  • Excellent friction performance with a wide range of friction materials ensures smooth positive changes and enhanced friction material durability.
  • Improved wear performance extends component life.

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • Meets CAT TO-4
  • Recommended for use in Komatsu Equipment
TRANSMAX DUAL

TRANSMAX Dual

TRANSMAX DUAL

Dual Clutch Fluid

 

Description

Castrol Transmax Dual, formulated with Smooth Drive Technology™, is a full synthetic dual clutch transmission fluid. This product is approved and factory-filled by Audi / VW where TL 52529 (G 052 529) is required and is recommended for use in major equipment and car manufacturers, including Getrag, Ford, Peugeot, Volvo, Mitsubishi and Chrysler(European models) and is suitable for use in VW, SEAT and Skoda (6 speed) DSG. Transmax Dual formulated with Smooth Drive Technology™, delivers enhanced protection and gives drivers a smoother drive for longer.

 

Advantages

  • Enhanced friction durability for smooth transmission performance
  • Improved wear protection to provide longer component life
  • Excellent thermal and oxidative stability to effectively resist oxidation
  • Excellent synchroniser and clutch performance due to balanced frictional characteristics
  • High shear resistance - constant viscosity during oil life
  •  Proven performance in field trials

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • Audi / VW TL 52529 (G 052 529) 
  • Suitable for use in the following: Audi / VW TL 52182 (G 052 182), Seat 
  • Chrysler (Europe) Ford WSS-M2C936-A (Dual Clutch)
  • Mitsubishi dual clutch including Dia Queen SSTF-1 
  • Peugeot using Getrag DCT
  • PSA Transmission oil 9734 52 
  • Skoda 6-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DSG) 
  • Volvo Dual Clutch Transmission
TRANSMAX Axle EPX 85W90

TRANSMAX Axle EPX 85W90

TRANSMAX AXLE EPX 85W90

Description

Castrol Transmax Axle EPX 85W-90 is a multipurpose axle oil which may be used in differentials, final drives and other applications in passenger cars and commercial vehicles where API GL-5 performance is required. Transmax Axle EPX 85W-90 is approved by MB and ZF for use in a wide range of commercial applications.

 

Advantages

  • Wide range of European OEM approvals.
  • High load-carrying capability ensures gears operating under high loads are protected prolonging component life.
  • High film strength ensures protection against wear and shock loads.
  • Good thermal/oxidation stability protects against the formation of harmful deposits and oil thicking prolonging the life of components and lubricant

Meets or exceeds industry standards:

 

  • API GL-5 
  • MB - 235.0
  • ZF - TE-ML 16C
  • ZF - TE-ML 17B
  • ZF - TE-ML 19B
  • ZF - TE-ML 21A

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