C280-6 Generator Set (Medium Speed)

C280-6 Generator Set (Medium Speed)

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Generator Set Specifications

Maximum Rating
1820 ekW (60Hz), 2425 kVA (50Hz)
Minimum Rating
1650 ekW (60Hz), 2200 kVA (50Hz)
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
IMO Tier 2
Frequency
50 / 60 Hz
Speed
900 / 1000 rpm
Duty Cycle
Prime, Continuous

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
C280-6, I-6,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
11in
Stroke
11.8in
Displacement
111in³
Compression Ratio
13:01
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Direct unit injection
Governor Type
Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum
404in
Width - Maximum
99.62in
Height - Maximum
156.6in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
74970lb

Standard Equipment:

Optional Equipment:

    Air Inlet System
    • Air inlet adapter
    • Soot filter
    • Heavy duty air cleaner
    • Boost control valve
    • Air cleaner louver assembly
    • Air cleaner
    • Vertical support bracket
    Cooling System
    • Auxiliary water pump
    • Cooling system aids
    • Heating aids
    • Expansion tank
    Exhaust System
    • Weld flange and related hardware
    • Flexible exhaust fittings
    Fuel System
    • Fuel system connections
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Duplex primary fuel strainer
    Generator System
    • Class F insulation
    • 3 Phase, six Leads, WYE
    • Busbar connections
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • Anti-condensation space heaters
    Governor System
    • 723 Plus
    • Digital programmers
    • Electronic/actuators
    • Battery backup/power supply
    • 2301 A load share
    • EGB actuator
    Lube System
    • Oil pan drain valve
    • Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)
    Mounting System
    • Isolator
    • Spring type vibration isolators
    • Non-vertically restrained
    • Vertically restrained
    Starting / Charging System
    • Pressure reducing valve
    • Compressed air flex hose
    General:
    • Custom paint colors