10W-30 API CI-4 engine oil for diesel generators, 1 litre

This is 10W-30 engine oil with API CI-4 classification for diesel generators, supplied in a 1-litre container. It is a maintenance product for a generator you already own, not a separate machine: use it for the first fill and for oil changes at the interval set by the generator manufacturer.

Technical specifications

What oil does a diesel generator need?

This 1-litre oil is 10W-30 with API CI-4 classification and is meant for diesel generators. It suits the first fill or a periodic oil change, and the change interval is set by the generator manufacturer.

What do 10W-30 and API CI-4 mean?

10W-30 is the viscosity grade: it makes engine starting easier and keeps the engine running steadily at different temperatures. API CI-4 is the classification: it protects the engine against wear, deposits and corrosion, even under heavy load.

How much oil does a generator need?

The amount depends on the generator model, so check it in the generator’s technical specification. A 1-litre container is convenient both for a small top-up and for a full change.

What to know before you buy

• This product is oil, not a generator: it is for equipment you already have.
• Compare 10W-30 and API CI-4 with your generator manufacturer’s requirements before buying.
• The manufacturer sets the oil change schedule, and the required quantity is in its technical specification.

We can help you choose. Hybrid Energy will help you check that this oil meets the requirements set by your generator manufacturer.

Frequently asked questions

What oil is suitable for a diesel generator?

This product is 10W-30 engine oil with API CI-4 classification for diesel generators. Compare your generator model with its technical specification before buying.

What do 10W-30 and API CI-4 mean?

10W-30 is the oil’s viscosity grade and API CI-4 is its classification. According to the product description, 10W-30 makes engine starting easier and allows steady running at different temperatures, while CI-4 protects the engine against wear, deposits and corrosion even under heavy load.

How much oil is in the container?

The container holds 1 litre of oil. That is enough for a small top-up; for a full change, the quantity you need is in the generator’s technical specification.

How many litres of oil does my generator need?

It depends on the generator model, so the figure is in its technical specification. If you are unsure, Hybrid Energy can help you work it out before you buy.

Can I use this oil for the first fill of a generator?

Yes, this 10W-30 CI-4 oil is suitable for both the first fill and periodic oil changes. The change interval is set by the generator manufacturer.

How often should I change the oil in a diesel generator?

Change it at the interval specified by the generator manufacturer. The product description gives no specific interval, so check your generator’s manual.

Does this oil suit any generator?

The product is intended for diesel generators, but there is no list of specific models or brands. Compare 10W-30 and API CI-4 with your generator’s requirements before buying, and contact Hybrid Energy if you need help.

Is this product a generator?

No, it is a maintenance product for a diesel generator you already have, not separate equipment.

Is a 1-litre container suitable for topping up oil?

Yes, a 1-litre container is convenient for quickly topping up the oil level. For a full change, the quantity you need is in the generator’s specification.