Motul CLASSIC SAE 50 (Before 1950) Mineral Low-Detergent Classic Oil – 2L Iron Can (104510)

Motul CLASSIC SAE 50 (Before 1950) — Mineral Monograde, Low-Detergent Protection for Vintage Engines (2L)

Motul CLASSIC SAE 50 is a mineral monograde lubricant specially formulated for classic gasoline or diesel 4-stroke engines and transmissions built before 1950—ideal for ancestor / veteran / vintage / prewar vehicles that require a SAE 50 viscosity oil.

This is a modern take on a period-correct oil: it’s engineered with a very low detergent level to stay compatible with older sealing materials and oil circuits, while using a high zinc (ZDDP) additive package (>1800 ppm) to support strong anti-wear protection for original or rebuilt classic engines.

Why it sells:

• Designed for pre-1950 engines + transmissions (gasoline or diesel 4T)

• Very low detergent helps avoid removing soot/deposits in older lubricating circuits

• Compatible with paper / felt / fabric gaskets commonly used in that era

• Compatible with “yellow metals” like brass, bronze, and copper

• High ZDDP (>1800 ppm) for strong anti-wear protection (classic engine friendly)

• SAE 50 viscosity developed to help reduce oil leakage, maintain consistent oil pressure, and reduce oil consumption in classic vehicles

• Reinforced adherence to help with easier starts after long storage/immobilization

• Can be used as break-in oil when drain intervals are shortened

Technical data:

• Viscosity grade: SAE 50

• Density @ 20°C: 0.898

• Viscosity @ 40°C: 255.2 mm²/s

• Viscosity @ 100°C: 21.0 mm²/s

• Viscosity Index: 97

• Pour point: -27°C (-17°F)

• Flash point: 258°C (496°F)

• TBN: 1.7 mg KOH/g

Recommendations:

• Motul recommends draining at least once a year.

• Always confirm the required viscosity/spec for your specific vintage engine/transmission.

What you receive: 1 × 2L iron can — Motul CLASSIC SAE 50 (Before 1950), SKU MOT-104510.