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Transmission/Drive Train Oil

Unique formula for improved life and performance
Comparative Tests
Cat Transmission/Drive Train Oil (TDTO) is formulated for use in Cat equipment
friction devices—power shift transmissions, clutches, and brakes—and in other Cat TO-4 defines a minimum level of performance for the
equipment drive train components like final drives, bevel gears, and differentials. industry that is acceptable for use in Cat transmissions and
It provides a balance between static and dynamic friction characteristics with both final drives. Cat TDTO is the only oil required by Caterpillar
metallic and nonmetallic materials, ensuring increased load-carrrying capacity and to exceed this minimum standard.
component durability. Cat TDTO TO–4
TDTO utilizes an additive technology developed for Caterpillar that provides optimum
Chemical and Physical Properties:
balance between clutch friction disc characteristics and gear wear requirements. This
unique additive significantly improves gear wear performance. Fluoroelastomer/Elastomer
compatibility
Cat TDTO also: Oxidation stability
Rust control
• eliminates transmission slippage caused Copper corrosion
by many CD/TO-2 commerical engine oils. Homogeneity
Foaming
• increases clutch disc life up to 45%. Compatibility
• controls brake chatter. Viscosity:
• increases machine break-out force. SAEJ300
• provides greater machine rim pull. Shear stability (35VQ25)
Wear Test:
Fluid analysis for early detection FZG Gear Wear
35VQ25 Vane Pump Test

We recommend protecting your investment by using a scheduled fluid sampling program. Friction Performance Properties:
Wear,Pressure,Speed,EnergyLimit
Our S·O·SSM analysis program is the ultimate detection and diagnostic tool for your
equipment. Our S·O·S program helps you head off potential problems before they can Bronze
Paper (Brake)
lead to major failures and costly unscheduled downtime. Paper (Transmission)
Paper (Steering Brake)
Elastomeric (Transmission)
Proper use for health and safety F-37
Rayflex
According to toxicology information, Cat Transmission/Drive Train Oil has little or Full-Scale Vehicle Test
no adverse effects if handled and used properly. No special precautions are suggested
beyond attending to good personal hygiene and avoiding prolonged, repeated skin Full-Scale Final Drive
contact. For more information, refer to the “Material Safety Data Sheet,” SEFV1602. Wear Test

Full-Scale Transmission
Endurance Test

980C Brake Noise & Stopping

Distance Test

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Transmission/Drive Train Oil SAE 10W

SAE 30
For all Cat® transmissions, final drives, and wet brake components SAE 50

Developed, tested, and approved by Caterpillar,

Typical Characteristics*
Cat Transmission/Drive Train Oil (TDTO)
ensures optimum life and performance when
used as recommended in Cat transmissions, SAE Viscosity Grade 10W 30 50
final drives, and wet brake components. Cat
Manufacturer’s Test
TDTO is standard factory fill for Caterpillar®
machines worldwide. CAT TO-4 TO-4 TO-4
Allison C-4, C-3 C-4, C-3 C-4, C-3
Recommended use ISO Viscosity Grade (ISO) 32 100 220
Gravity, °API ( ASTM D287) 29.3 27.0 25.9
Cat Transmission/Drive Train Oil is Color ASTM (ASTM D1500) 4.0 5.0 7.5
recommended for use in all Caterpillar Appearance (Visual) Clear & Bright Clear & Bright Clear & Bright
transmissions, final drives, and wet brake
Flash Point, °C (°F) (ASTM D92) 204 (399) 252 (486) 250 (482)
components (or other OEM non-engine
components that specify use of TO-4, Pour Point, °C (°F) (ASTM D97) -29 (-20) min. -15 (5) min. -12 (10) min.
CD/TO-2, or TO-2). This oil should not Viscosity,
be used in engines because it can shorten cP @ -20°C (ASTM D2602) 2700 — —
engine life. cSt @ 40°C (ASTM D445) 38.2 107.4 219
We can help you determine the right oil for cSt @ 100°C ( ASTM D445) 6.0 11.6 18.5
your Cat machines, or you can refer to your Viscosity Index (ASTM D2270) 100 95 93
“Operation and Maintenance Manual” or
Calcium, % wt. .308 .308 .308
Service Publication SEBU6250 (“Caterpillar
Machine Lubricant Recommendations”). Sulfated Ash, % wt. (ASTM D874) 1.2 1.2 1.2
Zinc, % wt. (ASTM D1549) .124 .124 .124
Phosphorous, % wt. (ASTM D1091) .110 .110 .110
Nitrogen, % wt. .02 .02 .02
TBN (ASTM D2896) 7.1 7.1 7.1

* The values shown are typical values and should not be used as quality control parameters to either
accept or reject product. Specifications are subject to change without notice.