The Pakelo Krypton engine oil serie certainly stands out within our product range for cars. People often ask us about the difference between the Krypton XT, Krypton XT LA, Krypton XT LA-V and Krypton XT LA 4 products, but to be able explain it, it is best to illustrate the ACEA specifications first.

Over the last few years, automotive technology has made progress in leaps and bounds, and so have engine oil requirements. The acronyms ACEA A/B and C represent crucial classifications to identify the performance and service life of modern engines. One of the main differences between these categories concerns the SAPS level, i.e. the levels of Sulphated Ash, Phosphorous and Sulphur, a key factor for the formulation of engine oils.
Oils classified under ACEA A/B are designed for conventional petrol and diesel engines for cars and light commercial vehicles. These categories include:

• ACEA A3/B4: stable, high-quality engine oil with Full SAPS level, intended for use with long oil change intervals.

ACEA A/B oils contain high SAPS levels, offering excellent detergent and anti-wear properties. However, the high presence of SAPS components reduces compatibility with the emission control systems of modern engines. For this reason, the ACEA C category was developed, to meet the need to protect sophisticated exhaust gas post-treatment systems, which are increasingly common in modern petrol and diesel engines. By reducing the quantity of Sulphated Ash, Phosphorous and Sulphur, these oils help extend the service life of the systems and maintain optimal vehicle performance.
The subcategories include:

• ACEA C3: stable engine oil with Mid SAPS level and low to medium viscosity, compatible with the gas post-treatment system. Designed for use with long oil change intervals.
• ACEA C4: stable engine oil formulated with Low SAPS level and low to medium viscosity, compatible with the gas post-treatment system. Designed for use with long oil change intervals.

Choosing the right engine oil is essential to ensure optimal vehicle performance and a long service life. With the continuous evolution of engine technologies, engine oil specifications will continue to adapt, paying ever greater attention to the balance between mechanical performance and environmental sustainability.

The main differences between the products of the Krypton car engine oil serie:

• Krypton XT: is a Full SAPS engine oil that meets the ACEA A3/B4 specification; it therefore has a high ash level and it is suitable for EURO 4 and older engines. The absolute effectiveness of the additives used and the use of high quality synthetic bases allow it to be used even in engines subjected to harsh operating conditions, such as typical “start and stop” services.

• Krypton XT LA: the letters “LA” stand for Low Ash (Low to Medium Ash content) and it is therefore a Mid SAPS engine oil that exceeds the ACEA C3 specification. It is a lubricant expressly recommended for latest generation petrol and diesel car engines equipped with an exhaust gas post-treatment system. Thanks to the synthetic bases used and the special low ash additives, it is also suitable for the lubrication of natural gas or LPG engines.

• Krypton XT LA-V: is a product with Mid SAPS additive. Its specific formulation has been approved by the Volkswagen car manufacturer and the letter “V” was added to refer to this approval. It is a specific product for all cars of the German group requiring VW engine specifications (Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Cupra, Lamborghini, Seat, Škoda), but thanks to its outstanding characteristics it also meets the requirements of many other brands.

• Krypton XT LA 4: a completely synthetic lubricant for latest generation petrol and diesel car engines equipped with an exhaust gas post-treatment system. It is a product with a Low SAPS chemistry that exceeds the ACEA C4 specification required by some types of engines.

To choose the right engine oil, it is necessary to check the car’s maintenance user manual (MUM): the lubrication section features the specifications and viscosity grades that the different fluids used in the vehicle must have, including the engine oil. If the car provides for the use of an oil with Full SAPS additive, it is also possible to use lubricants containing a Mid or Low SAPS chemistry. By contrast, if the car is designed to be used with an engine oil with Low SAPS technology, only engine lubricants with Low Ash chemistry can be used. The use of oils with a higher ash level would irreversibly compromise the various exhaust gas treatment systems.

Let us now take a look at the difference between the products for motorbikes: Krypton MBK and Krypton MBK Racing.

• Krypton MBK: is an outstanding, fully synthetic, high performance engine oil specifically designed for 4-stroke motorbikes, that provides maximum protection for all on- and off-road motorbike applications. It has been specifically designed for high-performance four-stroke motorbike engines with both separate and joint gearbox and clutch lubrication.

• Krypton MBK Racing: High-performance, fully synthetic lubricant with Alpha-Tech®, specifically designed for latest generation 4-stroke motorbikes. The product is the result of continuous scientific and technological research and experience, gained throughout numerous competitions and featuring exclusive additives that guarantee excellent engine protection even in extremely harsh operating conditions.