# Why You Should Choose Lubri-Loy HFAW-068-640 Over Lubriplate HO-2 Hydraulic Oil

Date: 2026-11-14

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ISO 68 AW HYDRAULIC OILHFAW-068-640

# Why You Should Choose Lubri-Loy HFAW-068-640 Over Lubriplate HO-2 Hydraulic Oil

Lubriplate HO-2 alternative

- **Lubri-Loy:** AW Hydraulic Oil ISO 68

- **Package:** 5 gal pail

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Lubriplate HO-2 is an ISO 68 mineral hydraulic oil that crews also use in air compressors, gear cases and general lubrication. Lubri-Loy's interchange list pairs it with HFAW-068-640, our AW hydraulic oil in ISO 68, in a 5 gallon pail.

Here is the side-by-side on published numbers, and a few points to check before you switch.

## Quick answer

Lubri-Loy's interchange list pairs Lubriplate HO-2 (5 gal pail) with Lubri-Loy HFAW-068-640 (5 gal pail): both are ISO VG 68 mineral hydraulic oils.

01Side by side

## Lubriplate HO-2 vs HFAW-068-640

| Attribute | Lubriplate HO-2 | HFAW-068-640 |

| Product type | Mineral hydraulic oil, heavy duty, extreme pressure and anti-wear (HO series) | Anti-wear (AW) mineral hydraulic fluid |

| ISO viscosity grade | ISO 68 | ISO 68 |

| Viscosity @ 40°C, cSt | 73.53 (typical) | 68 |

| Viscosity @ 100°C, cSt | 9.37 (typical) | 8.7 |

| Viscosity index | 104 | 100 |

| Pour point | -26°C (-15°F) | -15°C |

| Flash point | 260°C (500°F) | See data sheet |

| Oxidation test | Typically above 3,000 hr (ASTM D943) | RBOT 300 min (different test method, not directly comparable) |

| Food grade (H1) | No (per Lubriplate) | No (H2 listing in the Lubri-Loy catalog) |

Lubriplate values are typical results from Lubriplate's published data sheet. Lubri-Loy values are typical properties printed in the Lubri-Loy catalog spec pages.

Scroll the table sideways to see every column.

02The case for switching

## Why choose HFAW-068-640

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### Direct from Lubri-Loy

HFAW-068-640 is on lubriloy.com with a listed price, and US orders ship free.

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### Built for hydraulic systems

The Lubri-Loy catalog describes AW hydraulic fluids with high-quality base stocks, thermally stable high-zinc anti-wear additives, resistance to sludge, chemical stability, anti-foam agents and demulsifiers.

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### Pail to drum

Use 5 gallon pails for small reservoirs and 55 gallon drums (HFAW-068) for larger ones.

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### Since 1949

Lubri-Loy has supplied lubricants since 1949. We source, formulate and package through our network of US blending partners.

03Before the changeover

## Check before you switch

Lubriplate positions HO oils as dual-purpose for hydraulics, air compressors, turbines and gear cases. HFAW-068-640 is an AW hydraulic fluid; if you were using HO-2 in a compressor or gear case, check the equipment maker's oil requirement.

The Lubri-Loy catalog describes HFAW with high-zinc anti-wear additives. If your pumps specify zinc-free oil, confirm before switching.

04Common questions

## FAQ

### What is the Lubri-Loy equivalent of Lubriplate HO-2?

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Lubri-Loy's product interchange list pairs Lubriplate HO-2 hydraulic oil in a 5 gallon pail with Lubri-Loy HFAW-068-640, an ISO 68 anti-wear hydraulic fluid in a 5 gallon pail.

### Is HFAW-068-640 an anti-wear oil?

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Yes. HFAW is Lubri-Loy's AW (anti-wear) mineral hydraulic fluid family.

### Is it food grade?

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No. The Lubri-Loy catalog lists HFAW as H2. Lubri-Loy has separate food-grade hydraulic fluids.

### How do I buy it?

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Order on lubriloy.com with free US shipping, or call (877) 582-7456.

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## AW Hydraulic Oil ISO 68

HFAW-068-640 / 5 gal pail

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## Sources

- [Lubriplate HO-2 (Hydraulic Oil) product page (opens in a new tab)](https://www.lubriplate.com/products/ho-2-(hydraulic-oil)/)

- [Lubriplate HO-0, HO-1, HO-2 and HO-2A product data sheet (opens in a new tab)](https://buyoil.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/products-5_6_HO-0_HO-1_HO-2_HO-2A.pdf)

Lubriplate is a trademark of Fiske Brothers Refining Co.

Product names are trademarks of their respective owners and are used for identification only. Lubri-Loy is not affiliated with or endorsed by them. Competitor figures are from the sources linked above; Lubri-Loy figures are typical values from the Lubri-Loy catalog. Always check the current data sheet before changing products.

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