15w means they are the viscosity (flow) when the oil is cold, the -30 and -40 is the viscosity of the oil when hot. Therefore the 15w-30 being the lower Viscosity means it will flow fast then the 15w-40 when the oil is hot.
15W30 and 15W40 are commonly used, oil specifically for diesel engines, and API CJ4 requirements for newer trucks.
15 is thicker oil and for bigger engines.
15 is thicker oil and for bigger engines.
Only the weight of the oil, 20w 40 is thiker than the 15w40, 20w 40 is the best oil for the old cars although 15w40 is very easier cold start ...
The main difference between 10W-40 oil and 15W-40 oil is that 15W-40 oil has a higher viscosity than 10W-40 oil. 10W-40 oil allows the engine to run freely.
Never heard of 11w40. Would have slightly thinner cold properties that 15w40. Second Opinion: I've never heard of 11w40 either. As far as I know there is no such thing.
15W40
15w30 or 15w40 are common for "all around" usage. Make sure it's oil specifically for diesel engines.... API CJ4 is mandatory if you have a more recent model with Selective Caralytic Reduction, and is compatible with earlier Diesel engines.
15w40 is thicker at all temps vs 10w30.
Rotella 15w30 diesel engine oil
Yes, you can mix conventional oil with synthetic oil with no problem.
It takes 15 quarts of 15W40 diesel oil I highly recommend Rotella 15W40