C280-12 Marine Propulsion Engine (EPA Tier 4)

C280-12 Marine Propulsion Engine (EPA Tier 4)

Building on the durability and reliability of the C280 engine platform, Caterpillar is pleased to offer the EPA Tier 2 compliant C280 engine line. The core components are the same ...
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Power Rating

Power Range
4962-5444 bhp (3700-4060 bkW)

Engine Specifications

Speed Range
1000 rpm
Emissions
EPA Tier 4, IMO II
Aspiration
TTA
Bore
11in
Stroke
11.8in
Displacement
13546in³
Rotation from Flywheel End
Counterclockwise or clockwise
Configuration
Vee 12, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel

Dimensions & Weights

Minimum Dry Weight
57276lb
Minimum Length
182in
Maximum Length
182in
Minimum Height
134in
Maximum Height
134in
Minimum Width
80in
Maximum Width
80in

A3 ECU

• CAN J1939 data link • Waterproof connectors • Maintenance-free • Backup ECU for redundant governing

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

Standard Equipment:

Optional Equipment:

    Engine Application/design Control
    • Crankshaft Deflection Marks
    • Extra Mounting Feet
    Engine Package Description
    • Front Auxiliary Drive
    • Stub Shaft Certification
    Air Inlet System
    • Air Cleaners
    • Air Cleaner options
    Cooling System
    • Auxiliary Water Pump
    • Jacket Water Heaters
    • Heat Recovery System
    • Heat Recovery Thermostats
    • De-Aerator
    • Connections for Driven Equipment
    • Cooling System Connection Groups
    Exhaust System
    • Outlet Expander
    • Flexible Exhaust Fittings
    • Weld Flange
    Fuel System
    • Fuel Priming Pump
    • Duplex Primary Fuel Strainer
    • Fuel Systems Connections
    Lube System
    • Oil Pan Drain Valve
    • Lube Connections
    • Lube Oil Heater
    Marine Society Requirements
    • Spray Shielding
    Protection System
    • Monitoring System
    • Turbocharger Speed Sensor
    • Cylinder Pressure Relief Valve
    • Oil Mist Detector
    Spare Parts Kits
    • Intake and Air System
    • Basic Engine
    • Cylinder Head
    • Fuel System
    • Cooling System
    • Instrumentation
    • Cylinder Valve Kits
    Starting System
    • Boost Control Valve, Pressure Reducing Valve
    Engine Testing
    • Basic System Testing
    • Special Witness Test
    • Customer Selected Test Points
    • Marine Limit Line Test
    • Propeller Demand Curve Test
    Service Tools/ship Protection/factor Support
    • Commissioning
    • Service Tools
    • Shipping Protection - Export Boxing
    • AID Emblem
    • Storage Preservation