Different types of fuel
Liquid fuels - Characteristics and general principles
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Different types of fuel
Liquid fuels - Characteristics and general principles

Authors : Jean-Claude GUIBET, Xavier MONTAGNE

Publication date: April 10, 2011 | Lire en français

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2. Different types of fuel

Fuels are divided into distinct classes according to the type of engine they power. Their characteristics are not strictly constant from one sample to the next, but remain within a range defined by official specifications. These specifications are designed to ensure satisfactory engine and pollution control system performance, as well as low pollutant emissions.

2.1 Classification and general characteristics

There are three main classes of fuel:

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