Shell GadusRail S4 High Speed EUDB

Specifications

Brand

Shell

Category

Rail & chain lubricants

Manufacturer code

001D8526

Availability

On order

Manufacturer's description

Advanced high speed rail axle box grease designed for extended service

Applications

• RailHigh speed European axle box applications where extended service intervals are required to reduce maintenance costs. Axle box grease for speed above 330 km/h where a product batch approved by Deutsche Bahn AG is required.

Performance & benefits

• Reduced grease consumption due to the excellent sealing capabilities of the grease which prevent leakage from the labyrinth. This is a result of stringent in-house quality control which produces this advanced performance lithium soap. Large reduction in downtime that results from the use of the latest in-house grease & XHVI base oil technology from Shell, that results in grease of unsurpassed performance proven for use in the latest generation of high speed trains.
• Lower maintenance costs due to the protection that comes from using an exceptional quality grease designed to meet the rigours of daily high speed service individually batch tested to ensure that extended service will be trouble free.
• Proven technology, thoroughly tested & approved by Deutsche Bahn AG and leading OEMs (Schaeffler, Timken, SKF) as suitable for extended service use in trains running at speeds over 330kph. Currently in use in the ICE (Inter City Express). From the confidence that comes from knowing that every batch is specially tested to guarantee that the grease will resist vibration and provide the expected length of service WITHOUT any premature breakdowns.
• The knowledge that Shell is in FULL control from Research & Development to manufacture & quality assurance in our own ISO approved plants, which have often been audited and passed by quality conscious customers.
• Availability of Shell expertise, to assist in safely developing the cost savings available from the wide range of Shell products.
• No unexpected Product Health & Safety problems, as Shell always formulates with current & future HSE legislation in mind, thus Shell GadusRail greases are free from lead & do not require labelling (vs EC requirements).
• Shell brand which guarantees professional standards & guaranteed back up whatever the lubrication problem.
• Convenience viaOne supplier for all requirements, reduces time wasted on calls to numerous suppliers, simplifies way of working.
• Cost savings via Reduced grease consumption due to the excellent sealing capabilities of the grease which prevent leakage from the labyrinth. This is a result of stringent in-house quality control which produces this advanced performance lithium soap. latest in-house grease & XHVI base oil technology from Shell, that results in grease of unsurpassed performance proven for use in the latest generation of high speed trains
• Peace of mind via Proven technology, thoroughly tested & approved by Deutsche Bahn AG and leading OEMs (Schaeffler, Timken, SKF) as suitable for extended service use in trains running at speeds over 330kph. Currently in use in the ICE (Inter City Express)
• From the confidence that comes from knowing that every batch is specially tested to guarantee that the grease will resist vibration and provide the expected length of service WITHOUT any premature breakdowns

Standards & approvals

Typical characteristics

Complete documentation

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• TDSENMarch 2026
• SDSENApril 2026
• SDSROApril 2026