C280-16 Commercial Marine Propulsion Engine
Building on the durability and reliability of the C280 engine platform, Caterpillar is pleased to offer the C280-16 engine line, now up to 6000 bkW. The core components are the same as the existing C280, including the latest in EUI fuel system capabilities and state-of-the-art ADEM™ A3 Electronic Control Unit (ECU) features. Caterpillar® products continue to deliver more available power while delivering outstanding fuel efficiency. You can also count on long maintenance intervals and worldwide Caterpillar parts and service availability.
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Specifications
| Name | Type | Value | Unit Value (Imperial) | Unit Name | Unit Value (Metric) | Unit Name (Metric) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Range | text | 6169-8046 bhp (4600-6000 bkW) | ||||
| Application | text | Workboat | ||||
| Speed Range | text | 900-1000 rpm |
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Features & Benefits
A3 ECU
• CAN J1939 data link • Waterproof connectors • Maintenance-free • Backup ECU for redundant governing • Updated A4 ECU for 6000 bkW
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
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
| Name | Type | Value | Unit Value (Imperial) | Unit Name | Unit Value (Metric) | Unit Name (Metric) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Range | text | 6169-8046 bhp (4600-6000 bkW) | ||||
| Application | text | Workboat | ||||
| Speed Range | text | 900-1000 rpm | ||||
| Emissions | text | IMO II | ||||
| Aspiration | text | TTA | ||||
| Bore | measurement | 11.0 | in | 280.0 | mm | |
| Stroke | measurement | 11.8 | in | 300.0 | mm | |
| Displacement | measurement | 18062.0 | in³ | 296.0 | l | |
| Rotation from Flywheel End | text | Counterclockwise or clockwise | ||||
| Configuration | text | Vee 16, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel | ||||
| Minimum Dry Weight | measurement | 62832.0 | lb | 28500.0 | kg | |
| Minimum Length | measurement | 224.0 | in | 5690.0 | mm | |
| Maximum Length | measurement | 224.0 | in | 5690.0 | mm | |
| Minimum Height | measurement | 134.0 | in | 3403.0 | mm | |
| Maximum Height | measurement | 134.0 | in | 3403.0 | mm | |
| Minimum Width | measurement | 80.0 | in | 2032.0 | mm | |
| Maximum Width | measurement | 80.0 | in | 2032.0 | mm |
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
- Breather, crankcase, 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
- 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
- 3 element oil cooler, engine mounted
- Duplex centrifugal oil filter, engine mounted
Lube Systems
- Oil pump, gear driven
- Wet sump
- Prelube pump - air / electric
- Crankcase explosion relief valves
Optional Equipment
Exhaust System
- Exhaust manifold shielding, soft
Fuel System
- SOLAS shielding
Lube System
- Front and rear oil pan drains
- SOLAS shielding
Protection System
- Mounted oil mist detector
- Cylinder pressure relief valves