CASTROL Aero 40 RED

Description

Castrol Aero ™ 40 is a MIL-H-5606 mineral-based hydraulic fluid

base with the addition of shear stable viscosity modifiers, oxidation inhibitors, antiwear

additives as well as approved extreme pressure additives. Aero ™ 40 is produced in two versions:

dyed red in accordance with Douglas Aircraft requirements and unpainted in accordance with

Boeing Spec BMS 3-32, Type II

Application

The Aero 40 is designed for use in aircraft landing gear shock mounts. Compatible with

fluids approved according to MIL-PRF-6083 and MIL-H-5606. Not fully compatible with synthetic

oils for gas turbine engines, as well as with hydraulic fluids based on phosphate esters

acid. Compatible with other petroleum-based and synthesized lubricants

hydrocarbons, however mixing is recommended to be avoided in order to preserve the unique properties of the Aero 40.

Compatible with seals, hoses and paints commonly used in poles

chassis and refueling equipment. Compatibility information is for reference only and requires

confirmation in each case.

Specifications

Aero 40 Red is designed according to Douglas Aircraft DPS 3.334 specification, identified by

part number DPM 6176. Aero 40 also corresponds to Boeing Service Letters 707-

SL-12-2; 727-SL-12-2; 737-SL-12-2 and 757-SL-27-15-B, which indicate the need to add

extreme pressure additives.