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Cat C280 Marine Auxiliary Engines

Cat C280 Marine Auxiliary Engines

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Specifications

NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Power Rangetext1730 - 5420 bkW
Frequencytext50 / 60
EmissionstextU.S. EPA Tier 4

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Documents & Spec Sheets

C280-12 Auxiliary / DEP (3460, 3800 bkW) Tier 4 Spec Sheet

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C280-8 Auxiliary / DEP (2530, 2300 bkW) Tier 4 Spec Sheet

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Features & Benefits

A3 ECU - Advantages
CAN J1939 data link Waterproof connectors, Maintenance-free, Backup ECU for redundant governing
A3 ECU - Electronic Advantages
Load feedback, Programmable droop, Adjustable gain, Adjustable fuel/air ratio control, Histograms of engine operation, Cat Messenger display presents diagnostics and other engine parameters
A3 ECU - Data Advantages through J1939 Link
Engine speed, Boost pressure, Throttle position, Fuel consumption rate, Inlet manifold temperature, Diagnostic codes and events, Configuration, Desired engine speed, Battery voltage, Engine load, Lifetime totals — engine hours, fuel burned, idle fuel, idle hours, Trip totals — average fuel rate, idle fuel, idle hours, engine hours, fuel burned, trip reset
Customer Interface Panel
Interfaces with standard Cat® Marine Monitoring System (PLC in Price List) Provides visual indication of ECU functionality, Accepts 4 — 20 mA or PWM remote throttle speed input, Marine alarm and protection
Electronic Unit Injectors
“Drop-in” installation, No threaded fuel connections, High pressure inside injector only, Does not require double wall fuel lines or leak collection device, Injector synchronization not required

Complete Specifications

Power Rating

NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Power Rangetext1730 - 5420 bkW
Frequencytext50 / 60
EmissionstextU.S. EPA Tier 4
Minimum Ratingmeasurement2320.0BHP1730.0bkW
Maximum Ratingmeasurement7268BHP5420bkW
AspirationtextTurbocharged - Aspirator
Boremeasurement11.0in280.0mm
Strokemeasurement11.8in300.0mm
ConfigurationtextIn-Line 6, V 8, V 12, V 16, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Maximum Widthmeasurement69.0in1741.0mm
Minimum Heightmeasurement108.0in2733.0mm
Minimum Dry Weightmeasurement34496.0lb15680.0kg
Maximum Heightmeasurement140.0in3550.0mm
Minimum Widthmeasurement67.0in1704.0mm
Minimum Lengthmeasurement145in3691mm
Maximum Lengthmeasurement197in5007mm
Maximum Dry Weightmeasurement62832.0lb28500.0kg

Standard Equipment

General

  • LH and RH service availability

Air Inlet System

  • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
  • Dual turbochargers, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated
  • Crankcase breathers, top mounted
  • Air inlet adapter - Straight / 90 degree / 35 degree

Control System

  • Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules
  • Rigid Wiring Harness

Cooling System

  • Aftercooler/Oil cooler and jacket water gear driven pumps
  • Engine coolant water drains
  • Engine coolant water drains
  • Engine coolant water drains
  • Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler

Exhaust System

  • Dry exhaust manifold
  • Turbo speed sensors - Overspeed protection

Fuel System

  • Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
  • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
  • Duplex Fuel filters

Instrumentation

  • Cat Alarm & Protection System

Lube System

  • Oil pump, gear driven
  • Duplex centrifugal oil filter, engine mounted
  • Wet sump
  • Prelube pump - air / electric

Protection System

  • Crankcase explosion relief valves

Optional Equipment

Fuel System

  • SOLAS shielding

Lube System

  • SOLAS shielding

Protection System

  • Mounted oil mist detector
  • Cylinder pressure relief valves

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