What Type of Base Oil is Castrol Edge?
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Castrol Edge is a Group III base oil. Castrol Edge is a fully synthetic engine oil, and its base oil is the most common Group III fully synthetic base oil on the market, with very little PAO content. The quality of the base oil affects the quality of the engine oil. Currently, the engine oil with the highest PAO (Group IV) base oil content on the market is German GT engine oil. Due to the high quality of its base oil and extremely low impurities, GT offers excellent lubrication, cleaning, and anti-wear performance. Performance characteristics of Castrol Edge: Extended engine life: Castrol Edge has strong high-temperature control capabilities and superior performance. It is specifically designed to enhance the oil's oxidation stability and reduce oil degradation under high temperatures, making it more suitable for the demanding operating environments of today's high-performance engines, providing outstanding protection for engine components. Strong anti-wear performance: Castrol Edge offers 50% higher anti-wear protection under both low and high temperatures than the most stringent API standards. It delivers rapid power and quick flow, providing immediate protection for key engine components. It offers superior anti-wear protection from the moment of engine start-up. Utilizing full synthetic technology, its performance is superior to conventional engine oils.