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White plastic pail labelled Valvoline VV838 5 gal gear oil 80W-90 GL-5

VALVOLINE

VALVOLINE VV838 5 gal Gear Oil Pail 80W-90 GL-5

SKU CH-GFYY-747V3

Five-gallon pail of SAE 80W-90 mineral gear oil meeting API GL-4 and GL-5 for extreme-pressure protection

  • API GL-4 and GL-5 rated for broad gear protection
  • 5 US-gallon pail supplies high-volume service needs
  • Mineral base with GL-5 extreme-pressure additives handles heavy loads
  • Viscosity index 96 keeps film strength across temperature swings
  • Flash point 210 °C and pour point –30 °C suit demanding environments

VALVOLINE VV838 5 gal Gear Oil

VALVOLINE VV838 is a mineral-based gear oil formulated to SAE 80W-90 with GL-5 extreme-pressure additives. It meets API GL-4 and GL-5 standards for heavy-duty differentials and manual transmissions requiring this viscosity grade. The 5-gallon pail suits fleet maintenance shops and high-volume service operations.

Pail packaging with 96 viscosity index

The pail container holds 5 gallons of fluid with a specific gravity of 0.895 at 60 degrees F. A viscosity index of 96 indicates stable performance across temperature swings, while a pour point of -30 degrees C ensures cold-weather flow. The flash point of 210 degrees C supports high-temperature operation without volatility concerns.

Upgrades from lower-spec GL-4 fluids

This GL-5 rated oil replaces fluids lacking extreme-pressure protection for hypoid gears under heavy loads. The jump is worth it when differentials or transmissions specify GL-5 and operate in severe service conditions. Not for applications requiring AGMA-rated industrial gear oils or NSF-certified food-grade lubricants.

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Price $162.99
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Brand nameVALVOLINE

Questions about this item

What SAE grade does the 80W-90 gear oil meet, and which API standards does it cover?

The oil meets SAE 80W-90 and complies with API GL-4 and GL-5 specifications for extreme-pressure protection.

What are the container style and capacity for the VV838 gear oil?

The product is supplied in a 5 gal pail designed for bulk dispensing or direct fill.

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