C280-12 Propulsion Engine

C280-12 Propulsion Engine

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

Power Range
4640-5096 bhp (3460-3800 bkW)

Engine Specifications

Speed Range
900 rpm
Emissions
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

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

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