Shell Argina - Heavy Fuel Oil Engine Lubricant
Shell Argina is designed for use in heavy fuel (LSFO & HSFO), engineered specifically for the demanding requirements of engines burning heavy fuel oils in power generation and marine applications.
Product Range: The Shell Argina range of lubricants, designed to withstand higher oil stress and meet the technical and operational needs of modern engine designs. Power Engine Oils - Argina & Gadinia | Shell Malaysia
Available Grades:
- Shell Argina S2 - designed to withstand conditions of relatively low oil stress. It provides protection from deposits and corrosion and is suitable for residual, blended, and distillate fuels. Power Engine Oils - Argina & Gadinia | Shell Malaysia
- Shell Argina S3 - goes one step higher in its ability to withstand conditions of moderate oil stress Power Engine Oils - Argina & Gadinia | Shell Malaysia
- Shell Argina S5 - offers the collection's most advanced, efficient lubricant, most suitable for medium-speed diesel engines operating on residual fuel Power Engine Oils - Argina & Gadinia | Shell Malaysia
Key Performance Benefits:
- Designed to minimise deposit build-up and to keep your engine clean
- Optimal detergency protects against deposits and corrosion in critical areas Power Engine Oils - Argina & Gadinia | Shell Malaysia
- BN retention and viscosity control minimize the need for topping up Power Engine Oils - Argina & Gadinia | Shell Malaysia
- Enhanced cleanliness and longer oil life leads to less oil consumption Power Engine Oils - Argina & Gadinia | Shell Malaysia
- Proven up to 15% less oil consumption compared to previous oil and up to 18% better BN retention
Primary Applications:
- Heavy fuel oil power generation engines
- Marine propulsion engines for small to mid-size vessels
- Medium-speed diesel engines operating on residual fuel
- Base load power plants operating at high capacity
- Emergency backup generators using heavy fuel
Advanced Technology: Shell Argina represents years of advanced research and development, with 3 years of development with 7,000 hours of engine testing to ensure optimal performance under the most demanding conditions.
Proven Results: Real-world case studies demonstrate significant operational improvements. Cozumel power plant was experiencing low oil performance and poor engine cleanliness. Adopting Shell Argina resulted in annual savings of US$39,000.
Why Choose Shell Argina:
- Engineered for heavy fuel oil applications
- Superior deposit control and engine cleanliness
- Extended oil life reduces maintenance costs
- Proven performance in demanding industrial environments
- Backed by Shell's global technical support
Technical Excellence: Shell Argina is formulated to handle the unique challenges of heavy fuel oil combustion, providing exceptional protection against the contaminants and combustion by-products that can damage critical engine components.
Available in multiple viscosity grades and package sizes. Contact us for technical specifications and recommendations for your specific engine requirements.

