There are several types of diesel fuel, including:
- Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) – contains less than 15 parts per million (ppm) of sulfur and is commonly used in on-road vehicles.
- Low Sulfur Diesel (LSD) – contains between 15 and 500 ppm of sulfur and is used in off-road vehicles and equipment.
- Biodeiesel – is made from renewable resources such as vegetable oils or animal fats and can be used as a blend with traditional diesel fuel.
- Premium Diesel – is a higher-performance diesel fuel that is formulated to provide improved power and fuel economy.
- Winter diesel – specially formulated to perform well at lower temperatures
- Off-Road diesel – typically used in construction or agricultural equipment and may not be legal for use on public roads
Diesel oil, Heating oil, Coal-tar creosote, Kerosene?
- Diesel oil: This is another term for diesel fuel, which is a type of fuel used in diesel engines.
- Heating oil: This is a type of fuel oil that is commonly used in oil-fired boilers and furnaces to heat buildings. It is similar to diesel fuel but is not suitable for use in diesel engines.
- Coal-tar creosote: This is a dark, oily liquid that is a byproduct of the production of coal tar. It is used as a wood preservative for railroad ties, utility poles, and marine pilings. It’s toxic and not recommended for use as a fuel.
- Kerosene: Kerosene is a clear, colorless liquid that is a type of fuel oil. It is commonly used as a fuel for heating and lighting, as well as for jet fuel. It is also known as paraffin oil or lamp oil.