The workhorse fuel for UAE industry. Meeting EN 590 specifications for pre-Euro 5 engines, heavy construction machinery, generators, and industrial applications. Available in bulk, delivered across all emirates.
Standard EN 590 diesel is the tried-and-tested fuel that has powered the UAE's commercial vehicle fleet, construction machinery, generators, and industrial equipment for decades. While the world moves toward ULSD for the newest vehicles, millions of existing engines were designed for and continue to operate perfectly on standard EN 590 with sulfur up to 50 ppm.
This fuel offers an excellent balance of performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness for older commercial vehicles, heavy construction equipment, industrial generators that don't require ULSD, marine auxiliary engines, and agricultural machinery.
Important: Standard diesel is NOT suitable for Euro 5/6 vehicles with DPF or SCR systems. If your vehicle has a diesel particulate filter, use Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel (10 ppm). When in doubt, check your owner's manual.
Standard EN 590 diesel is typically 2–5% less expensive than 10 ppm ULSD. For a fleet consuming 100,000 litres per month, that's AED 5,000–15,000+ monthly savings — meaningful for operations where ULSD is not required.
If any vehicle in your fleet requires ULSD, the cost of maintaining two separate storage systems may outweigh the price difference. We can help you analyze your fleet composition and recommend the most cost-effective strategy.
| Parameter | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sulfur Content | ≤ 50 mg/kg (typically 10–50) | Suitable for pre-Euro 5 engines. Verify with manufacturer. |
| Cetane Number | ≥ 51.0 | Good cold-start and smooth running |
| Density at 15°C | 820–845 kg/m³ | Enables good power output and economy |
| T95 (Distillation) | ≤ 360°C | Complete combustion |
| Flash Point | ≥ 55°C | Safe handling and storage |
| Water Content | ≤ 200 mg/kg | Protects injection system from corrosion |
| Total Contamination | ≤ 24 mg/kg | Protects filters and injectors |
| Lubricity (HFRR at 60°C) | ≤ 460 μm | Protects fuel pumps from wear |
| Oxidation Stability | ≥ 20 hours | Resists degradation during storage |
| FAME Content | As specified (≤7% v/v) | Biodiesel blending by agreement |
| Appearance | Clear & bright | Free of visible water and sediment |
* Exact sulfur content depends on supply source (typically 10–50 ppm). We can tailor sulfur level to match your equipment requirements. COA provided upon request.
When in doubt: Check your equipment owner's manual or contact our technical team — we'll help determine which grade is right for your fleet.
Pre-Euro 5 heavy-duty vehicles without emission control systems — bulk delivery fleets, long-distance transport, older bus fleets.
Excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders, cranes, and other heavy equipment. Older construction fleets from pre-2019 era.
Tractors, harvesters, irrigation pumps across UAE farms and agricultural operations — Al Ain date farms, RAK greenhouses.
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