Many gearboxes
A straddle carrier can have eight or more wheel gearboxes; track each level on its own.
Hybrid units
Battery-hybrid carriers still need engine, gear, and hydraulic service.
PORTS, TERMINALS, AND RAIL
Straddle carrier fluids and lubricants.
Engine and generator oil, hoist and wheel drive gearbox oil, hydraulic oil, and grease for diesel-electric and hybrid straddle carriers.
Questions: [email protected] · Every AMSOIL link on this page carries dealer #30734402.
Fluids by compartment.
Confirm the fluid type, grade, and specifications in the straddle carrier maker’s manual before ordering. These examples are not a fitment result for a specific machine.
Engine or generator set
Diesel-electric carriers follow the engine maker’s oil.
Diesel oil
Signature Series 15W-40 Max-Duty Diesel Oil
15W-40 Signature Series Max-Duty synthetic diesel oil for compatible diesel engines in demanding service.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗
Diesel oil
Signature Series 5W-40 Max-Duty Diesel Oil
5W-40 Signature Series Max-Duty synthetic diesel oil for compatible diesel engines in demanding service.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Wheel drive and hoist gearboxes
Gearboxes list their own oil, sometimes an ISO industrial gear grade A1’s catalog does not carry.
Gear oil
SEVERE GEAR 75W-90 Gear Lube
SEVERE GEAR 75W-90 synthetic gear lube for compatible gear applications, including demanding towing and hauling use.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗
Gear oil
80W-140 Long Life Gear Lube
80W-140 Long Life Gear Lube for compatible differentials and gear assemblies.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Steering and spreader hydraulics
Match type and grade.
Hydraulic & tractor fluids
ISO 46 Anti-Wear Hydraulic Oil
ISO 46 Anti-Wear Hydraulic Oil for compatible hydraulic or tractor systems.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗
Hydraulic & tractor fluids
ISO 46 Multi-Viscosity Hydraulic Oil
ISO 46 Multi-Viscosity Hydraulic Oil for compatible hydraulic or tractor systems.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Spreader, sheaves, and pivots
Grease per chart.
Grease & assembly lube
NLGI #2 Synthetic Polymeric Off-Road Grease
NLGI #2 polymeric off-road grease for compatible equipment components in demanding earthmoving and agricultural service.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗ORDER THROUGH INDEPENDENT AMSOIL DEALER #30734402
Ready to order, or have a question first?
Shop AMSOIL directly with Jeff’s dealer number already attached, or open a business account. AMSOIL handles pricing, checkout, and shipping. If you contact AMSOIL another way, give them dealer number 30734402.
Prefer to talk it through? Email Jeff at [email protected] with your equipment, the fluid now in use, and your approximate volume.
Frequently asked questions
What oil goes in straddle carrier wheel gearboxes?
The oil the carrier maker lists.
How are straddle carrier hoist ropes lubricated?
With the rope maker’s recommended dressing; A1’s catalog does not list one.
General maintenance information. Always follow the equipment maker’s requirements and the current product data. Product availability, pricing, and account terms are set by AMSOIL.
Industries that use this equipment
More ports, terminals, and rail
Open a commercial account with dealer #30734402
https://www.amsoil.com/business-opportunities/get-a-commercial-account/?zo=30734402
Jeff Pittman · A1 Synthetic Oil · Independent AMSOIL Dealer #30734402 · Newport, Washington · [email protected]