Red Diesel
Gas oil for off-road plant, agriculture and generators.
Keeping businesses moving across the UK, Automax supplies premium bulk fuels and commercial lubricants including diesel, HVO, red diesel, kerosene and engine oils.
Trusted Red Diesel (Gas Oil) supply for UK businesses.
At Automax, we supply red diesel, also known as gas oil, a rebated fuel for permitted off-road uses. It is dyed red and marked to identify it as lower-duty fuel, making it a cost-effective choice for eligible machinery, equipment and heating.
When you become a bulk red diesel customer with us, you benefit from dedicated account support, competitive gas oil pricing, fast delivery timescales and expert guidance on whether your use qualifies for rebated fuel.
Urgent red diesel delivery required? Our emergency fuel delivery service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, helping your site, farm or vessel stay operational when fuel is needed urgently.
Key benefits
- Lower duty rate for eligible, permitted uses
- Reliable performance for off-road engines and machinery
- Nationwide delivery coverage across the UK
- 24/7 emergency phone line and gas oil supply service
- Expert advice on permitted red diesel use
- Flexible delivery volumes, from small barrels to bulk tanker loads
- Dedicated customer support and fuel management services
Common uses
- Agricultural vehicles and farm machinery
- Forestry and horticulture equipment
- Marine vessels (where permitted)
- Non-commercial heating
- Other permitted off-road uses
Helpful guidance before you order.
What is Red Diesel?
Red diesel is gas oil with a red dye and chemical marker added to show that a reduced rate of duty has been paid. It must only be used for purposes permitted by HMRC and cannot legally be used in road vehicles.
If you are unsure whether your use qualifies, or would like a tailored quote based on your requirements, our fuel team will be happy to assist.
Other names for Red Diesel
- Gas oil
- Rebated diesel
- Off-road diesel
- Agricultural diesel
Built around the way your site uses fuel.
Nationwide red diesel delivery for business customers
Scheduled top-ups for farms, sites and marinas
Same-day red diesel deliveries available for urgent requirements
Bulk tanker loads and smaller barrel supply options