C280-12

Cat C280-12 Marine Generator Set

Cat C280-12 Marine Generator Set

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Specifications

NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Power Rangetext3640 - 3520 ekW
Frequencytext50 / 60 Hz
EmissionstextEPA Tier 2, IMO II

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C280-12 Auxiliary / DEP (3460, 3800 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 Rangetext3640 - 3520 ekW
Frequencytext50 / 60 Hz
EmissionstextEPA Tier 2, IMO II
Speedtext900 - 1000 rpm
Minimum Ratingtext3520 ekW (4400 kVA)
Maximum Ratingtext3640 ekW (4550 kVA)
AspirationtextTurbocharged-Aftercooled
Boremeasurement11.0in280.0mm
Strokemeasurement11.8in300.0mm
Displacementmeasurement13546.0in³222.0l
Governor TypetextElectronic
Fuel SystemtextEUI
Compression Ratio 50 Hztext13.1
Compression Ratio 60 Hztext13:1
Engine ModeltextV 12, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Lengthmeasurement316.5in8040.0mm
Widthmeasurement77.2in1961.0mm
Heightmeasurement155.0in3937.0mm
Weight - Estimatedmeasurement25000.0lb11340.0kg

Standard Equipment

General

  • LH and RH service availability

Air Inlet System

  • Aftercooler — fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
  • Crankcase breathers, top mounted
  • Air inlet adapter - Straight / 90 degree / 35 degree

Air Inlet Sytem

  • Dual turbochargers, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated

Control System

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

Cooling System

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

Exhaust System

  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
  • Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection

Fuel System

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

Insrumentation

  • CAT Alarm & Protection System

Lube System

  • Oil pump, gear driven
  • 3 element oil cooler, engine mounted
  • Duplex centrifugal oil filter - engine mounted
  • Prelube pump - air / electric

Protection System

  • Cylinder pressure relief valves

Optional Equipment

Exhaust System

  • Exhaust manifold shielding - soft

Fuel System

  • SOLAS shielding

Lube System

  • Front and rear oil pan drains
  • Wet sump
  • SOLAS shielding

Protection Sytem

  • Oil mist detector

Protection System

  • Cylinder pressure relief valves

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