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Blue VALVOLINE 5 gallon gear oil pail with handle and lid

VALVOLINE

VALVOLINE VV981 5 gal Gear Oil Pail 75W-140

SKU CH-KBVN-HT64M

Five-gallon pail of synthetic 75W-140 gear oil meeting API GL-4 and GL-5 specifications

  • Synthetic base oil resists breakdown in extreme temperatures
  • SAE 75W-140 viscosity protects gears across wide operating ranges
  • Meets API GL-4 and GL-5 standards for heavy-duty use
  • 183 viscosity index maintains film strength under load
  • Pours at -45 °C for reliable cold-weather starts

Product identity

VALVOLINE VV981 is a 5 gal pail of synthetic gear oil rated SAE 75W-140 with a viscosity index of 183. It meets API GL-4 and GL-5 standards and is formulated for extreme-pressure use in differentials and manual transmissions. The pour point reaches -45 degrees C and the flash point is 173 degrees C.

Compatibility checklist

Confirm that your equipment specifies SAE 75W-140 viscosity and API GL-4 or GL-5 performance before ordering. Verify the required fill volume against the 5 gal container size to avoid surplus or shortage. Check that the synthetic base oil is approved by the equipment manufacturer for the intended service interval.

Upgrade perspective

This oil replaces conventional or lower-viscosity-index lubricants where API GL-4 or GL-5 protection is required. The jump is worth it when operating temperatures span extreme cold to high heat and extreme-pressure additives are needed for gear durability. Buyers needing a different SAE grade or a non-synthetic base oil should look elsewhere.

Highlights

  • Synthetic base oil resists breakdown in extreme temperatures
  • SAE 75W-140 viscosity protects gears across wide operating ranges
  • Meets API GL-4 and GL-5 standards for heavy-duty use
  • 183 viscosity index maintains film strength under load
  • Pours at -45 °C for reliable cold-weather starts

Specifications

BrandVALVOLINE

Questions about this item

Does the 5 gal pail include a pump or dispenser, or must one be purchased separately?

The pail is supplied as a sealed container of 75W-140 synthetic gear oil; no pump or dispenser is included and must be sourced separately if required.

Should I choose this 75W-140 grade or a lighter viscosity for my differential?

Select 75W-140 when the manufacturer specifies that SAE grade; its synthetic base and viscosity index of 183 suit heavy-duty and extreme-pressure applications.

What does the 75W-140 rating mean once the oil is in the axle?

The oil flows at -45 °C for cold starts and maintains a 140-weight film at operating temperature, meeting API GL-4 and GL-5 extreme-pressure requirements.

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