AVIATION GLOBAL ENTERPRISES

Russian Military Lubricants

Russian greases are a significant part of the country’s lubricant market, with lithium-based greases like AVG ciatim 201 and AVG PFMS 4S remaining popular due to their cost-effectiveness and use in industrial and military applications. Polyurea greases also hold a firm position as a domestically produced, general-purpose alternative to lithium greases, especially in heavy industries and power generation. 

While GOST standards apply regionally, GOST-R is the specific system of standards and mandatory certification required for products to be sold within the Russian Federation, ensuring they meet national quality and safety requirements before entering the market. 
 
Key Types of Russian Greases
  • These are the dominant type of grease in the Russian market, known for their versatility and use in diverse industrial and military applications, often formulated under Russian standards. 

     
  • Considered an “all-purpose” product, polyurea greases are an important domestic alternative to lithium greases, particularly favored in sectors like heavy machinery, steel production, and power plants. 

     
  • Other Russian Standards: 

    Products like Litol, Buksol, and CV grease are commonly used Russian-standard greases for various mechanisms and assemblies, though their market share has seen some decline.

    Produces multi-purpose EP (Extreme Pressure) greases and is a major supplier of industrial lubrication products. AVG One of the top five largest companies in the Russian lubricant market.

 

Market Trends
  • Cost-Driven Demand: 

    The demand for simpler lithium and calcium formulations has increased due to the rising cost of raw materials, pushing producers and end-users toward more cost-effective options. 

     
  • Focus on Domestic Production: 

    The iNDIAN market relies heavily on its domestic production, with companies 

     
  • Sectoral Demand: 

    Key consuming sectors include the military, freight transportation, agriculture, and railway industries, which rely on affordable and compatible greases for their equipment. 



 
AVG Grease CIATIM-201
AVG GREASE NK-50
AVG PFMS 4S