Allison TES 439 off-highway transmission fluid: which grade is on Allison's list?
Rubia Works 4000 15W-40 is the only grade we stock on Allison's TES 439 Approved Fluids list (approval 439-36892022, list dated 18 Jun 2025).[1]
TotalEnergies says Dynatrans ACX 30 meets TES 439, but it is not on Allison's list. Allison says to check that a fluid is listed before using it, so confirm before you fill.[2][3]
Published · Updated · How did we check this? · Pack sizes and prices
Approval status at a glance
Four status levels: OEM-approved (OEM list); TotalEnergies-reported suitable; Meets stated performance (TotalEnergies claim); Confirm in your equipment manual. Where the TotalEnergies product list and data sheet disagree, we show the data sheet’s wording.
RUBIA WORKS 4000 15W-40 SAE 15W-40 · Allison TES 439
OEM-approved (OEM list)
Wording: “Allison TES 439” (note: listed under Manufacturer approvals on the TotalEnergies data sheet)
Source: TotalEnergies data sheet, last updated Jul 2026; Also on Allison TES 439 Approved Fluids list, dated 18 Jun 2025 (approval 439-36892022); TotalEnergies product list supplied to Bulk Lubricants Australia, Oct 2026
DYNATRANS ACX 30 SAE 30 · Allison TES 439
Meets stated performance (TotalEnergies claim)Confirm in your equipment manual
Wording: “Meets the requirement of ALLISON TES 439”
Source: TotalEnergies data sheet, last updated Nov 2025; TotalEnergies Australia online catalogue page, Dynatrans ACX 30 (read 24 Oct 2026); TotalEnergies product list supplied to Bulk Lubricants Australia, Oct 2026
Confirm in your equipment manual: Dynatrans ACX 30 is not on Allison's TES 439 list (18 Jun 2025), and Allison says to check a fluid is on the list before using it. Confirm with Allison or your dealer.
What is Allison TES 439 used for?
TES 439 is one of three fluid specifications Allison recommends for its 5000, 6000, 8000 and 9000 Series and FracTran off-highway transmissions: 'Allison recommends only fluids meeting Allison Type TES 781, TES 439 or TES 353 specifications.'[2]
Allison's acceptable viscosities for these transmissions are SAE 0W-30, 0W-40, 30, 5W-40, 10W-40, 15W-40 and 40.[2]
Which TotalEnergies grades are on Allison's TES 439 list?
Of the grades we stock, only one: Rubia Works 4000 15W-40, listed as 'Total Energies Rubia Works 4000 15W-40, 439-36892022'.[1]
| Grade | On Allison's TES 439 list (18 Jun 2025)? | TotalEnergies wording | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rubia Works 4000 15W-40 | Yes, 439-36892022 | Allison TES 439 approved | Use where TES 439 is specified |
| Dynatrans ACX 30 | No | Meets TES 439 | Confirm with Allison or your dealer first |
| Dynatrans ACX 10W | No | Data sheets disagree (Nov 2025 sheet says meets; not stated on TotalEnergies' Australian page) | Confirm in your equipment manual; not offered for TES 439, and SAE 10W is not an Allison-listed viscosity |
How is TES 439 different from TES 353 and TES 781?
Allison's off-highway recommendations give different drain intervals: 1200 hours for TES 439, 2500 hours for TES 781 and 4000 hours for TES 353. TES 781 is for stationary applications only.[2]
Allison also sets a 48-month limit for low use (under 500 hours a year) with oil analysis, and filter changes at 600 hours or by prognostics. Check #1098 for your series.[2]
| Fluid type | Drain interval | Note |
|---|---|---|
| TES 439 | 1200 hours | We stock one listed grade (Rubia Works 4000 15W-40) |
| TES 781 | 2500 hours | Stationary applications only |
| TES 353 | 4000 hours | First fill after converting keeps the 1200-hour interval until the second change |
Can I use a 15W-40 engine oil in an Allison off-highway transmission?
Only one that is on an Allison approved list for the spec your transmission needs. Allison says: 'Before using any fluid, check that it is listed in the TES 781, TES 439 or TES 353 Approved Fluids List.'[2]
- Rubia Works 4000 15W-40 is also used as an engine oil; see the diesel engine oil approvals guide.(our interpretation)
- For on-highway Allison transmissions, see the Allison TES 668 and TES 295 guide.(our interpretation)
Supply
Pack sizes and prices from Bulk Lubricants Australia
For a transmission that calls for TES 439, Rubia Works 4000 15W-40 is the listed choice. Dynatrans ACX 30 needs confirming first.(our interpretation) Rubia Works 4000 15W-40 and Dynatrans ACX 30 come in drums. Each is quoted per order, for collection from Maddington (Perth) or freight Australia-wide. Status details are in the panel above.
RUBIA WORKS 4000 15W-40 SAE 15W-40
- Allison TES 439: OEM-approved (OEM list)
Pack sizes: Drum
Request a price for RUBIA WORKS 4000 15W-40 SAE 15W-40DYNATRANS ACX 30 SAE 30
- Allison TES 439: Meets stated performance (TotalEnergies claim)
Pack sizes: Drum
Request a price for DYNATRANS ACX 30 SAE 30How did we check this?
On 24 Oct 2026 we searched Allison's TES 439 Approved Fluids list (dated 18 Jun 2025) for every grade we stock, and read Allison's off-highway fluid and filter recommendations #1098 (Rev. G, 21 Jan 2025). We then compared the results with the TotalEnergies data sheets, the TotalEnergies Australian catalogue pages and the TotalEnergies product list supplied to us.
Found an error or a newer list? Email quotes@bulklubricants.com.au with the source and we’ll review this page.
Where does this information come from?
- Allison Transmission: TES 439 Approved Fluids list, dated 18 Jun 2025 (PDF)
- Allison Transmission: Off-highway fluid and filter change recommendations #1098, Rev. G, 21 Jan 2025 (PDF)
- TotalEnergies data sheet: Dynatrans ACX 10W, 30, 50 (ACX 30 sheet), last updated Nov 2025 (PDF)
- TotalEnergies Australia online catalogue page: Dynatrans ACX 30 (states 'Meets ALLISON TES 439'), read 24 Oct 2026
- TotalEnergies product list supplied to Bulk Lubricants Australia, Oct 2026 (not public)