C280-12

C280-12

Cat C280-12 Marine Generator Set

Power Range 3640 - 3520 ekW 3640 - 3520 ekW
Frequency 50 Hz or 60 Hz 50 Hz or 60 Hz
Emissions EPA Tier 2, IMO II EPA Tier 2, IMO II

Technicial Specifications

Power Rating
Power Range 3640 - 3520 ekW 3640 - 3520 ekW
Generator Set Specifications
Frequency 50 Hz or 60 Hz 50 Hz or 60 Hz
Speed 1000 rpm (50 hz) or 900 rpm (60 hz) 1000 rpm (50 hz) or 900 rpm (60 hz)
Minimum Rating 3520 ekW (4400 kVA) 3520 ekW (4400 kVA)
Maximum Rating 3640 ekW (4550 kVA) 3640 ekW (4550 kVA)
Engine Specifications
Emissions EPA Tier 2, IMO II EPA Tier 2, IMO II
Aspiration Turbocharged-Aftercooled Turbocharged-Aftercooled
Bore 11 in 280 mm
Stroke 11.8 in 300 mm
Displacement 13546 in³ 222 l
Governor Type Electronic Electronic
Fuel System EUI EUI
Compression Ratio 50 Hz 13.1 13.1
Compression Ratio 60 Hz 13:1 13:1
Engine Model V 12, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel V 12, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Generator Set Dimensions
Length 316.5 in 8040 mm
Width 77.2 in 1961 mm
Height 155 in 3937 mm
Weight - Estimated 25000 lb 11340 kg

Advantages and Features

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

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