Shell Rotella T5 NG - 15W-40 - Technical Data Sheet

Nov 2, 2026

Shell Rotella T5 NG 15W-40 is a synthetic technology gas engine oil designed to provide robust protection across a broad range of pressures and temperatures in natural gas engines. It supports mobile vehicles using 100% LNG/CNG fuel and is approved for Cummins LNG/CNG engines. Key performance areas include advanced piston and engine cleanliness, ignition system protection, wear protection for on-highway use, and extended oil drain capability versus fully mineral products.

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Performance, Features & Benefits

Main Applications

Specifications, Approvals & Recommendations

Typical Physical Characteristics

Health, Safety & Environment

Additional Information

Shell Rotella T5 NG 15W-40 Technical Data Sheet ï Synthetic Technology Gas Engine Oil Synthetic Technology Gas Engine Oil Shell Rotella T5 NG oil is specially formulated to provide hard working protection under the full range of pressures & temperatures in natural gas engines. Suitable for mobile vehicles operating with 100% LNG/CNG fuel, approved for use in Cummins LNG/CNG engines. If further information is required please contact the Owning Product Manager or Deputy Product Manager as indicated in the GPC Performance, Features & Benefits · Advanced piston & engine cleanliness Optimized balance of detergent and dispersancy provides good piston and engine cleanliness ensuring long and efficient engine operation. · Ignition system protection Optimized formulation containing additives to control deposit formation in the combustion chamber to help prolong the life of valves and spark plugs. · Advanced wear protection Contains an optimized active anti-wear system that balances the more demanding requirements of on-highway applications (compared to stationary gas engine) with the need to minimize spark plug fouling. · Extended Oil drain capability Optimised formulation based high quality base oils that deliver extended oil drain capability extension when compared to fully mineral products. Main Applications Mobile LNG / CNG fuelled heavy duty vehicles · For buses and trucks fitted with engines designed to run on 100% LNG / CNG Shell Rotella T5 NG is suitable for mobile Gas engines, particularly those preferring medium ash formulations Specifications, Approvals & Recommendations · Cummins CES 20085 · For a full listing of equipment approvals and recommendations, please consult your local Shell Technical Help Desk. Typical Physical Characteristics | Properties | Method | Rotella T5 NG 15W-40 | | --- | --- | --- | | Kinematic Viscosity @1040F mm2/ s | ASTM D445 | 110.9 | | Kinematic Viscosity @2120F mm2/ s | ASTM D445 | 15.15 | | Total Base Number TBN-E mg KOH/ g | ASTM D2896 | 6.45 | | Sulphated Ash % | ASTM D874 | 0.85 | | Phosphorus, Max % wt | ASTM D4952 | 0.08 | | Flash Point (COC) 0F | ASTM D92 | 413.6 | | Pour Point 0F | ASTM D97 | -49 | | Density @150C kg/ l | ASTM D4052 | 0.863 | These characteristics are typical of current production. Whilst future production will conform to Shell's specification, variations in these characteristics may occur. Page 1 of 2 Rotella T5 NG 15W-40, v 1.1 11.01.2017.13.54 Health, Safety & Environment · Health and Safety Shell Rotella T5 NG Oil is unlikely to present any significant health or safety hazard when properly used in the recommended application and good standards of personal hygiene are maintained Avoid contact with skin. Use impervious gloves with used oil. After skin contact, wash immediately with soap and water. Guidance on Health and Safety is available on the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheet, which can be obtained from [www.epc.shell.com](www.epc.shell.com) Protect the Environment · Take used oil to an authorised collection point. Do not discharge into drains, soil or water. Additional Information · Advice Advice on applications not covered here may be obtained from your Shell representative. Page 2 of 2 Rotella T5 NG 15W-40, v 1.1 11.01.2017.13.54 Visit SCL [http://shop.sclubricants.com/shell-rotella-t5-ng-15w-40](http://shop.sclubricants.com/shell-rotella-t5-ng-15w-40)

FAQs

What engines and fuels is Shell Rotella T5 NG 15W-40 suitable for?

It is formulated for natural gas engines, suitable for mobile vehicles operating on 100% LNG/CNG fuel. It is approved for use in Cummins LNG/CNG engines.

What performance benefits does Shell Rotella T5 NG provide?

It delivers advanced piston and engine cleanliness, ignition system protection, advanced wear protection, and extended oil drain capability compared with fully mineral products.

What are the typical physical characteristics of Rotella T5 NG 15W-40?

Typical values include kinematic viscosity 110.9 mm2/s at 1040°F and 15.15 mm2/s at 212°F, TBN 6.45, sulphated ash 0.85%, and density 0.863 kg/L at 15°C.

Nov 2, 2026

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