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There is no room for compromise in the transport industry. Every hour of downtime means financial losses and the risk of losing contracts. Therefore, proper protection of the engines is crucial for trouble-free operation. Rubia oils, available from TotalEnergies, are synonymous with reliability. Their state-of-the-art formulations provide maximum protection for the engines, reducing fuel consumption, emissions and maintenance costs. Rubia is the choice of professionals who expect the highest quality.
International truck transport is associated with huge operating costs, which companies are trying to optimize. However, this must never come at the expense of reliability. Each downtime means additional costs, but also the risk of losing orders and customers. Therefore, only the best solutions ensure the safety and stability of the transport industry.
This also applies to engine oils, which are an important element of fleet maintenance. In this demanding industry, only recognized brands count, whose products have been protecting engines for years both on long routes and in local transport. One of them is Rubia – a range of lubricants created by TotalEnergies in cooperation with the largest manufacturers of truck engines in the world. This very extensive cooperation has resulted in more than 200 approvals of leading designers for the entire Rubia range.
Up to 150 thousand kilometers
In trucks used in international traffic, the engine oil is usually changed every 100,000 km. However, there are cases where the oil has to last up to 150,000 km. Such high mileage is possible thanks to three key factors: the appropriate design of the engines, the right operating technique and the highest quality engine oils, with the appropriate approvals, which are included in the Rubia range.
Specifics of truck engines
The number of tasks carried out by trucks is very large. Statistically, certain features characterizing the operation of engines and their design are distinguished. Among others these are:
- operation in a limited range of crankshaft revolutions – usually in the range of 1200-1500 rpm,
- no constant temperature changes – stable operating oil temperature at 90-100°C for a long time,
- quite long piston stroke compared to piston stroke in passenger car engines,
- The oil must contain appropriate additives to prevent the phenomenon of the so-called polishing of the piston liners,
- high torque values at relatively low speeds,
- a fairly high number of kilometres travelled per start-up cycle (excluding vehicles used for local transport),
- extensive SCR systems with an additional DPF,
- oil oxidation, nitration, acidification and polymer breaking, which requires the oil to have a higher base number (TBN) to neutralize acidic combustion- and oxidation products
- extended mileage between oil changes – up to 150,000 km
TotalEnergies Rubia – reliability and care for the environment
Rubia is more than just engine protection. Modern oil formulations not only ensure maximum durability of the drive units, but also help reduce exhaust emissions, supporting greener transport. Discover the benefits of using Rubia oils available in the TotalEnergies offer.
TotalEnergies Rubia Optima with Inno-Boost Technology
Rubia Optima is the answer to the latest challenges of truck and specialty vehicle engine producers. It is one of the most advanced oil in its class, which not only meets stringent environmental standards, but also successfully performs well in older power units. This allows carriers to simplify fleet management by using a single, modern oil for both newer and older vehicles. Rubia Optima meets the new, stricter approval requirements of key engine manufacturers, such as MAN, SCANIA DAIMLER TRUCK, VOLVO, DAF, MACK, RENAULT TRUCKS, CUMMINS. These requirements are also specified in the latest API quality specifications: CK-4 and ACEA E8 and ACEA E11.
What distinguishes the Inno-Boost technology?
The Inno-Boost technology is a composition of additives and various oil bases. Thanks to it, Rubia Optima oils are characterized by the following advantages:
- They have a higher resistance to oxidation (up to 100%). This parameter was confirmed in a test on the MACK engine, conducted for 360 hours, where the oil temperature was artificially maintained at a very high level of 130°C. Rubia Optima 3500 FE 5W-30 oil showed a 95% lower increase in viscosity than the permissible limit for this standard.
- They meet the stricter requirements for the protection of liner and ring wear, piston cleanliness, ring sticking, sludge and deposits in engines when using fuel with an increased amount of biocomponents, as well as an increased amount of soot. This is associated with better compatibility and greater dispersion.
- They meet stringent requirements for oil viscosity loss due to polymer shear and oil aeration.
- They meet the increased requirements for protection against DPF blockages.
All the most important features of Rubia Optima oils have been reflected in laboratory tests carried out by engine manufacturers. The quality of the products is already confirmed by more than 200 approvals from the manufacturers of various trucks – many of them issued on the basis of both laboratory and road tests, which gives carriers confidence in reliability.
TotalEnergies Rubia Optima 3500 FE 5W-30
One of the most frequently chosen products in the range is Rubia Optima 3500 FE 5W-30 – a synthetic Low Saps oil for the latest EURO VI engines, designed for almost all brands on the market. Its quality is confirmed by the highest international API specifications: CK-4, ACEA E8 and E11, as well as a number of the highest approvals of engine constructors, such as MAN: M 3777, SCANIA: LDF-4, DAIMLER TRUCK AG: DTFR 15C120 (MB: 228.52); VOLVO: VDS 4.5 or Cummins: CES 20086. The oil also meets the requirements of DAF: LD and Iveco TLS E9/CK-4. Thanks to its exceptional resistance to oxidation, Rubia Optima 3500 FE 5W-30 provides a high safety limit when applying maximum oil change intervals.
TotalEnergies Rubia Optima 3100 10W-40
It is the successor of a very well-known and valued oil on the Polish market, i.e. Rubia Tir 8900 10W-40. This new oil, although semi-synthetic, is almost as good as the Optima 3500 FE 5W-30 in terms of specifications and approvals. This is confirmed by the highest international API specifications: CK-4, ACEA E8 and E11, as well as a number of the highest approvals of engine constructors such as: DAIMLER TRUCK AG: DTFR 15C120 (MB: 228.52); VOLVO: VDS 4.5, Cummins: CES 20086. This makes it an excellent truck oil with excellent value for money.
TotalEnergies Rubia Tir with Pro-Efficient Technology
Rubia Tir is a classic among truck oils. The Pro-Efficient technology used, based on an appropriate composition of additives, creates a durable and strong protective layer on metal surfaces. It perfectly reduces friction, and properly selected viscosity modifiers help to keep the oil film intact even in extreme conditions and elevated temperatures, which translates into a longer engine life. All these properties have been confirmed in laboratory tests. Tests on the OM 646LA engine showed up to 81% less mechanical wear compared to the requirements of ACEA E4*. (*Applies to exhaust camshaft wear on Rubia Tir 9200 FE 5W-30 oil). Developed by TotalEnergies R&D teams, Pro-Efficient technology ensures longer engine life, fewer breakdowns and lower service costs. In short – Rubia Tir is a cost-effective choice for carriers managing an older fleet of vehicles.
TotalEnergies Rubia Tir 8600 10W-40
One of the most popular lubricants in the Rubia Tir range is the semi-synthetic, multigrade Rubia Tir 8600 10W-40 oil, especially recommended for the new generation of engines. It meets not only the requirements of the EURO III and EURO IV emission standards, but also EURO V (except MAN and MB) as well as selected EURO VI engines. The high quality of this oil also meets the requirements of SCANIA for use in engines with long oil change intervals (LDF-3 standard). Thanks to its very good oxidation resistance and high base number, Rubia Tir 8600 10W-40 allows maximum drain intervals, ensuring optimal engine protection. ACEA: E4/E7; API: CF, DTFR 15B120 (MB 228.5), MAN M 3277, Volvo VDS-3, Renault Trucks RXD/RLD-2, SCANIA LDF-3, Mack EO-N, VOITH Class A, MTU Category 3, DAF – Quality Level, IVECO – Quality Level