{"product_id":"vp-racing-c16-fuel","title":"VP Racing C16 Fuel","description":"\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eVP Racing C16 is a leaded, non-oxygenated race fuel formulated for high-output drag racing engines. It is designed for turbocharged, supercharged, and nitrous-assisted combinations with compression ratios up to \u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003e17:1\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eC16 delivers the detonation resistance required by high-cylinder-pressure engine combinations while maintaining consistent fuel chemistry for repeatable tuning. With \u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003e0% oxygen content\u003c\/strong\u003e, it provides a stable combustion profile without the additional fuel-calibration changes associated with oxygenated race fuels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eOne of VP Racing's most popular blends, C16 has established a long-standing performance standard in drag racing. Its high-octane formulation supports demanding boosted and nitrous applications where a leaded, non-oxygenated fuel is appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eC16 is blue for easy identification in the shop, trailer, and pits. It is available in 5-gallon pails and 54-gallon drums for off-road and competition use where permitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003eFuel specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"an-md-ul my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] list-outside list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-5 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 marker:text-hi-vis-orange-500\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eFuel type: Leaded race fuel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eRecommended applications: Turbocharged, supercharged, and nitrous-assisted engines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eRecommended compression ratio: Up to 17:1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eMotor Octane Number: 116\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eResearch Octane Number: Greater than 120\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003e(R+M)\/2 octane rating: Greater than 118\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eOxygen content: 0%, non-oxygenated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eSpecific gravity: 0.7350\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eReid vapor pressure: 2.18 psi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eStoichiometric air-fuel ratio: 14.70\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eOxidation stability: 1,440+ minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eColor: Blue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003eRecommended applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"an-md-ul my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] list-outside list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-5 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 marker:text-hi-vis-orange-500\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eTurbocharged drag racing engines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eSupercharged racing engines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eNitrous-assisted racing engines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eHigh-cylinder-pressure competition combinations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"an-md-li pl-1 text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eEngines with compression ratios up to 17:1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003eWhat is VP C16 fuel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eVP C16 is a leaded, non-oxygenated race fuel designed for turbocharged, supercharged, and nitrous-assisted engines. It is a proven choice for demanding drag racing applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003eWhat compression ratio can VP C16 support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eVP recommends C16 for racing engines with compression ratios up to \u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003e17:1\u003c\/strong\u003e. Fuel selection should also account for boost level, nitrous use, ignition timing, cylinder head design, and the engine builder's recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003eIs VP C16 oxygenated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eNo. C16 contains \u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003e0% oxygen\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its non-oxygenated formulation provides a stable combustion profile and helps simplify tuning compared with oxygenated race fuels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003eIs VP C16 leaded?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eYes. C16 is a leaded race fuel. Confirm that leaded fuel is compatible with your engine, fuel system, oxygen sensors, catalytic converter, and applicable racing-class rules before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003eWhat is the octane rating of VP C16?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eVP C16 has a \u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003e116 MON\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003eRON greater than 120\u003c\/strong\u003e, and an \u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003e(R+M)\/2 rating greater than 118\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003eCan VP C16 be used in turbocharged engines?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eYes. C16 is formulated for turbocharged engines, as well as supercharged and nitrous-assisted applications that require substantial detonation protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003eHow is C16 different from C15?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eC15 is intended primarily for large, naturally aspirated engines with 14:1 or greater compression, with some smaller nitrous applications. C16 is formulated specifically for higher-cylinder-pressure combinations using turbochargers, superchargers, or nitrous and can support compression ratios up to 17:1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003eWhy is VP C16 blue?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eBlue is VP Racing's dye designation for C16. It helps racers identify the fuel quickly and distinguish it from other VP Racing formulations. The dye does not affect fuel performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-stone-950\"\u003eIs VP C16 street legal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eC16 is a leaded racing fuel intended for off-road and competition use where permitted. Follow all applicable emissions laws, fuel regulations, and racing-series rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"an-md-p my-2.5 max-w-[48rem] text-[15px] leading-[1.62] text-stone-800 first:mt-0 last:mb-0\"\u003eSpecification Sheet: C16\u003cbr\u003e(Typical Values)\u003cbr\u003eColor = Blue\u003cbr\u003eSpecific Gravity = 0.7350\u003cbr\u003eMON = 116\u003cbr\u003eRON = \u0026gt;120\u003cbr\u003e(R+M)\/2 = \u0026gt;118\u003cbr\u003eOxygen Content = 0%\u003cbr\u003eOxidation Stability (min.) = 1440+\u003cbr\u003eLeaded: Yes\u003cbr\u003eRVP = 2.18psi\u003cbr\u003eDistillation\u003cbr\u003eIBP = 193.1°F\u003cbr\u003e10% = 205.9°F\u003cbr\u003e50% = 210.2°F\u003cbr\u003e90% = 226.4°F\u003cbr\u003eFBP = 351.5°F\u003cbr\u003eH:C ratio = 1.97\u003cbr\u003eO:C ratio = 0\u003cbr\u003eStoichiometric A\/F Ratio = 14.70\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VP Racing Fuels, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon Pail","offer_id":68485096997115,"sku":"1162","price":141.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"54 Gallon Drum","offer_id":68485097029883,"sku":"1164","price":1367.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/5893\/files\/VPRacingFuels5GallonC16_5a44c238-19c0-4d16-9063-9684f27ebc66.jpg?v=1793979630","url":"https:\/\/www.pandamotorworks.com\/products\/vp-racing-c16-fuel","provider":"Panda Motorworks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}