Among the leaders in the production of fuels and lubricants, the British company Castrol occupies one of the leading positions. Castrol products are supplied to 120 countries.
The history of Castrol goes back more than a hundred years since its founding. Thanks to innovative technologies and 7 research and development centers around the world, oils and auxiliary products are developed and tested to a high level. Many developments are carried out jointly with famous corporations: BMW, Ford, MAN and other well-known brands.
The company produces motor and transmission oils, lubricants for heavy equipment, aviation, marine transport and energy concerns. Mostly motor oils are supplied to Russia from the manufacturing countries of Finland and Belgium. Since 1991, the company's representative office has been operating in Russia.
Castrol motor oil at one time became a breakthrough in lubricant technology. The CC Wakefield company conducted research that showed that the presence of a plant component from cadastral beans in the lubricant gives the product unique properties. Such lubricants provide effective engine protection at the lowest and highest temperatures. In 1909 the company took the name Castrol, later Castrol Ltd.
Description and scope
Extreme weather conditions require the use of all-season lubricants, so Castrol Magnatec 5W-40 Synthetic Oil is an excellent option for extreme temperature applications. A set of additives in the composition provides improved engine performance. The oil copes with its task over a wide temperature range, protecting the engine from premature wear and helping to save fuel consumption.
The product copes well both in winter cold conditions, allowing you to start the engine without problems even at temperatures down to -40° C, and in the summer, providing heat removal. Castrol Magnatec 5W-40 oil can be used for gasoline, including highly accelerated engines or diesel engines with direct injection, equipped with catalytic converters, particulate filters, with or without a turbocharging system in various cars.
Diversity of product arsenal.
The range of manufactured products is quite rich:
- Automotive fully synthetic and semi-synthetic engine lubricants: • castrol edge, castrol magnatec, castrol gtx, etc.; • lubricants for driving axles of machines; • transmissions for gearboxes of any type; • antifreeze (coolants) for all types of cars;
- Lubricants for motorcycles and motor scooters: • Castrol power 1 motorcycle oil embodies innovative developments, tested by the experience of speed records in motorcycle racing, provides driving acceleration when the throttle is opened; • complex care products – greases for motorcycles and scooters (spray lubricants for chains, brake fluids);
- Lubricants for heavy-duty vehicles (trucks and passengers) of various viscosity and density: • line of lubricants of different viscosity classes; • transmission lubricants for gearboxes, axle oils, antifreeze fluids.
Technological features
Castrol Magnatek 5W-40 is a synthetic oil produced using new “smart molecule” technology. Thanks to the special components in the composition, a high level of protection is achieved, extending the life of the power unit even in difficult operating conditions. The lubricant completely envelops the engine parts, helping to maintain their performance, and does not drain into the oil pan over time. Thanks to smart molecules that create a protective film on the internal parts of the mechanisms, the power unit is always ready to start in any weather.
Castrol Magnatek 5W-40 has a viscosity at 40° C 79.0 cSt, at 100° C 13.2 cSt, the product hardens at -48° C. The properties of the product ensure comfortable driving even in the most severe conditions, maximally protecting the engine and providing stability of its work.
Select the desired product in 5 mouse clicks.
The most convenient offer from castrol is the selection of oil by engine type and car make on the official website by using the proposed filters that will help us select castrol materials for commercial vehicles, trucks, cars, and motorcycles (3 search main).
To do this, go to the main page of the site and select the “oil selection” section at the top - the first click, then on the left side of it we use a 4-step search system:
- Click on the required car class in the filter (passenger cars, commercial vehicles, trucks, motorcycles);
- We choose from the proposed options for the manufacturer of your car;
- We determine the car model in the filter;
- In the same way we indicate the engine type;
- You see the result of selecting an oil that can provide your engine with the necessary care and that is optimally suited to all the parameters of a particular brand of car.
In addition, a description and characteristics of the consumable liquid are proposed. With Castrol, making a choice is as easy as shelling pears! Reputable company - solid service!
Automaker approvals and specifications
Castrol Magnatek 5W-40 engine oil is approved by world leaders in auto production BMW, Fiat, Ford, Mercedes and Volkswagen. The product can also be used on other vehicles whose manufacturers have similar requirements. Magnatek SAE 5W-40 complies with API standards - SN/CF, ACEA - A3/B4, and also has approvals:
- BMW Longlife-01;
- MB-Approval 229.3;
- Renault RN 0700 / RN 0710;
- VW 502 00/ 505 00.
Release form and articles
Castrol catalog numbers will help you quickly find in catalogs and most accurately select the right product. The items are unique and fully correspond to each specific product.
| 151D9B | Castrol Magnatec 5W-40 A3/B4 | 1 l. |
| 14C420 | Castrol Magnatec 5W-40 A3/B4 | 208 l. |
| 1528A8 | Castrol Magnatec 5W-40 A3/B4 | 4 l. |
| 14C41F | Castrol Magnatec 5W-40 A3/B4 | 60 l. |
| 151D9B | Castrol Magnatec 5W-40 A3/B4 | 1 l. |
| 14C420 | Castrol Magnatec 5W-40 A3/B4 | 208 l. |
| 1528A8 | Castrol Magnatec 5W-40 A3/B4 | 4 l. |
| 14C41F | Castrol Magnatec 5W-40 A3/B4 | 60 l. |
Liqui Moly motor oil
The represented German company has been in the lubricants market for more than 15 years and has long been engaged in various additives. The main office is located in Saarlouis. There specialists are constantly working to improve the technology.
Recently, high-viscosity oils have been actively produced that are suitable for different types of cars. They have good density and are resistant to aging. Temperature characteristics are a separate topic for discussion.
During a cold start, the amount of sulfates in the oil plays an important role. Some products have an overestimated ash content. Thus, carbon deposits may form on engine parts.
If you look at the company's product range, you will notice a wide selection of products for SUVs. There are various options at low prices. As a rule, they have positive reviews.
When assessing the composition of oils, the percentage of additives is taken into account. The emulsion content is low, however, there are problems with alkali. To study the topic in more detail, it is better to consider specific products.
What does SAE 5W40 viscosity marking mean?
Viscosity is the main indicator when choosing a product. It indicates the possibility of using the lubricant in different temperature ranges. All oils must be marked with a viscosity index, which can be seen on the packaging. In conditions of temperature changes, it is recommended to use synthetics, which are more resistant to such external influences and make it easier to start the engine in cold weather; Castrol 5w-40 oil has this composition.
The product labeling indicates that the lubricant can be used all year round. The letter W means winter, that is, winter; its presence in the viscosity index suggests the possibility of using the oil in winter. The numbers indicate the temperatures at which the product retains its properties. Thus, 5 before the letter W means that the oil is used at temperatures up to -35° C, and 40 at the end of the index indicates the possibility of working at temperatures up to +40° C.
Castrol motor oil
This manufacturer has been present on the lubricants market for more than 10 years. Various transmission and motor oils are produced. Their main office is located in the UK.
On the market you can find products for gasoline and diesel engines. The buyer has the opportunity to purchase it in containers of 1-20 liters. As for the base, mineral and synthetic products are represented.
As you know, oil affects the wear of engine parts. If we consider products of medium viscosity, they are resistant to aging. During a cold start, certain problems are observed.
In extreme conditions, considerable consumption is felt and carbon deposits are noticeable. The products meet the requirements for environmental friendliness, but much depends on the conditions of use of the product. The manufacturer claims low ash content, so when checking the engine, no corrosion problems were found.
Advantages and disadvantages
Castrol Magnatec 5W-40 oil is a high-quality product and has the following advantages:
- possibility of use in a wide temperature range;
- stable engine operation under any driving conditions;
- reliable protection of the motor from wear, resistance to overheating;
- the oil does not lose its properties until the end of the replacement period;
- instant lubrication effect, the ability to instantly start the engine;
- slowing down oxidation and corrosion processes;
- cleaning engine parts from sludge and other deposits;
- extending the oil change period;
- reduction of harmful substances in exhaust gases;
- saving fuel consumption.
A disadvantage of using oils may be the likelihood of deposits on the side walls of the pistons in the engines of cars with high mileage if the lubricant is not changed in a timely manner or low-quality products before Castrol are used. When purchasing products from a well-known brand, you should pay attention not only to the technical characteristics, but also check the originality of the product.
Engine oil Castrol, Liqui Moly with viscosity 10W-40
Castrol offers its customers Magnatec 10W-40 products. There is nothing bad to say about her. The motor oil is suitable for gasoline engines and is made on a semi-synthetic basis. The tolerances used here are VW 505.00, MB 229.1 and in terms of properties it is immediately worth mentioning the low ash content parameter.
As for coking, oxidation occurs quite quickly. Carbon deposits rarely form on engine parts even at high temperatures. Tests have shown that in an airless environment the oil evaporates, but purification occurs slowly.
The issue of impurities is the most controversial. Oil channels can sometimes become clogged. The same goes for filters, but there’s nowhere to go. Combustion products, as a rule, settle on the crankshaft.
The product is not cheap, so the water content is minimal. A parameter such as sludge formation is also taken into account. This model is fine with it.
If we look at a similar product from Liqui Moly, it is noticeable that it is also made on a semi-synthetic basis. MoS2 Leichtlauf 10W-40 oil has a number of advantages that should be noted.
It is necessary to mention the SL/CF certification and low ash content of the product. Tests have shown that virtually no carbon deposits are formed. The tendency to develop resin is minimal. The product has a slight corrosive effect, so in theory the engine will last a long time.
The oil uses special moisture-resistant additives, which ensures high-quality lubrication of moving elements. Some consumers complain about the color of the product during use, but such reviews are not always adequate. There can be a variety of problems with your engine, and not everything is to blame for the engine oil.
How to protect yourself from counterfeiting
Taking advantage of the popularity of the Castrol brand, scammers counterfeit products, but the company has developed special packaging with six degrees of protection that will allow the car owner to distinguish the original from a low-quality fake. When purchasing motor oil, carefully consider the product container:
- the label should be bright and the text of the inscriptions should be clear;
- a hologram is required;
- the label provides information with the name, description of the product and its specifications on the reverse side;
- each canister has a unique number;
- presence of the company logo on the rotary ring and cover;
- protective film on the neck of the container.
You can fully protect yourself from purchasing counterfeits by contacting official sellers who have and can provide product certificates. Only by buying original Castrol oil can you meet your expectations and appreciate all the benefits of its use.
Are there fakes?
Comparison of original oil caps and fakes
Unfortunately, all motor oils that have earned a worldwide vocation actively attract scammers. In order to “capture” part of the demand and increase personal profits, they release counterfeit goods onto the market that closely resemble the original. It is difficult to deal with such petroleum products, because it is one thing to track a large enterprise, and another thing to catch “garage mechanics” pouring low-quality liquid into branded containers.
Fortunately, counterfeit lubricants have a number of differences that are not typical of real products. Let's take a closer look at them:
- Counterfeit products are sold in department stores, unofficial retail outlets and most private traders. It is almost impossible to find Castrol oil that has actually left the original manufacturing plant in the listed sales locations. They contain only fakes that are dangerous for internal combustion engines. Avoid these places.
- Reduced price. The average price level for English-made oils is within reasonable limits, which allows drivers of any income level to purchase them for cars. Reckless false manufacturers reduce the retail price of supposedly branded goods in order to attract more customers. However, this measure is only alarming: 50 percent discounts indicate low costs in the production of a product, and not its high quality. Have you seen a super great deal on Castrol oil? Look for another seller.
- Lack of quality certificates. If you are planning to choose oil in the first store you come across and do not bother with its price, then at least check the quality certificates of the product from the seller. There is none of them? Then you really risk the health of your car by purchasing such a liquid for it.
- Suspicious appearance of the packaging. If you saw a petroleum product and the thought “there’s something wrong with it” flashed through your head, this is a reason to carefully examine the container. Any manufacturing flaws, be it noticeable adhesive seams, chips, defects, a torn lid-fixing ring, or simply a label that is too pale and unreadable, may indicate a fake. Of course, it’s not worth purchasing it.
How can you protect yourself from counterfeiting? First of all, carefully study the addresses of branded stores, which are listed on the manufacturer’s official website. All points of sale that have the necessary documentation for selling products of this brand are marked there. If you come across a Castrol branded store along the way, but it is not on the official website, then you can call the hotline of Russian representatives of the company and check with them for information.
After finding a dealership, it would be a good idea to carefully inspect the container. Check its tightness and evaluate the quality of workmanship. It is also important to find the production date of the product and evaluate its freshness.
If you pay attention to detail and are meticulous in finding official representatives, then your car, which will have original oil under the hood, will serve for a very long time.
