The lubricating oil covered by this specification is intended for
the crankcase lubrication of reciprocating compression-ignition engines used
in all types of military combat/tactical ground equipment. The oils are also
intended for the same application in power transmissions, hydraulic systems,
and non-hypoid gear units of engineer/construction equipment, materials
handling equipment and combat/tactical ground equipment. The specification
product is intended for crankcase lubrication under all conditions of service,
as defined by appropriate lubrication orders, when ambient temperatures are in
the range shown in table IV. In addition the lubricating oil covered by this
specification is intended for use in arctic regions as an all weather
(year-round) power transmission fluid for military combat/tactical ground
equipment. The lubricating oils covered by this specification meet service
classifications API CG-4, CF, and a modified CF-2 of ASTM D4485. The
lubricating oil under this specification can be used at all temperatures for
transmission, hydraulic, and non-hypoid gear applications provided the use of
the arctic grade is warranted for winter operations, otherwise, the
appropriate grade under MIL-PRF-2104 is the recommended choice for these
applications (see 6.7). This specification requires an oil formulation that is
both versatile (used as engine oil, transmission fluid, and hydraulic fluid)
and meets extreme operating conditions for use in combat/tactical ground
equipment. These requirements cannot be found in current industry standards
and are not appropriate for other government vehicles.
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