What is MGO oil?
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MGO stands for MARINE-GAS-OIL light diesel. The following is relevant information about light diesel: Basic Introduction Light diesel is a type of diesel with relatively low density, typically referring to the 180~370℃ fraction. It is generally obtained by blending straight-run diesel from natural petroleum with secondary processed diesel. Sometimes, a portion of cracked products is also blended in. Compared to heavy diesel, light diesel has stricter quality requirements, higher cetane number, lower viscosity, and lower freezing point and sulfur content. Characteristics Light diesel is a fuel refined from petroleum for use in high-speed (above 1000 rpm) diesel engines. It is composed of straight-run petroleum fractions, catalytic cracking fractions, and refined thermal cracking fractions. High-speed diesel engines using light diesel as fuel have high thermal efficiency and low specific fuel consumption (fuel consumption per kilowatt-hour), making them widely used in heavy-duty and some medium-duty trucks, as well as a small number of light-duty vehicles and cars.
Hi, regarding MGO, it is commonly the English abbreviation for Marine Gas Oil, primarily used in marine engines. It is not a typical automotive fuel but rather a low-sulfur distillate oil with sulfur content lower than traditional heavy fuel oil but higher than modern automotive diesel. Marine engines are designed to use MGO to improve combustion efficiency and reduce pollution. However, in the automotive field, such as regular diesel vehicles, Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) should be used. If MGO is mistakenly added, it may cause engine carbon buildup or corrosion issues because its composition does not match the precision systems of modern vehicles. I have researched the differences between these fuels and found that MGO is commonly used in port areas to refuel ferries or cargo ships, but personal vehicles should never experiment with it to avoid engine damage or triggering fault codes. When refueling, it is recommended to check the fuel type specified in the vehicle manual and stick to reputable gas station brands to maintain engine health and reduce emissions.