C280-16 Generator Set (Medium Speed)
THE RUNDOWN
Cat Diesel Engine
- Reliable, rugged, durable design
- Field-proven in thousands of applications worldwide
- Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines consistent performance and excellent fuel economy with minimum weight
Generator
- Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
- Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
- Industry leading motor starting capabilities
- High Efficiency
Worldwide Product Support
- Cat dealers provide extensive post-sale support including maintenance and repair agreements.
- Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries. The Caterpillar S��®O��®S��®�®�? program cost effectively detects internal engine component condition, even the presence of unwanted fluids and combustion by-products
Full Range of Attachments
- Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments, factory designed and tested Flexible packaging options for easy and cost effective installation
Generator Set Specifications
| Maximum Rating | 4840 ekW (60Hz), 6500 kVA (50Hz) |
| Minimum Rating | 4400 ekW (60Hz), 5875 kVA (50Hz) |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | EPA Tier 4 Final, IMO Tier 2 |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz |
| Speed | 900 / 1000 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Prime, Continuous |
Engine Specifications
| Engine Model | C280-16, V-16,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel |
| Bore | 11in |
| Stroke | 11.8in |
| Displacement | 18032in³ |
| 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) | 141840lb |
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
- Air inlet shutoff
- Turbocharger, watercooled, engine oil lubricated
- Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
- Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
- Air cleaner
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Cooling System
- Three-bundle oil cooler
- Jacket water thermostats
- Front Mounted turbos
- Engine coolant water drains
- Water temperature regulator
Exhaust System
- Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
- 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
- Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
Fuel System
- Simplex or duplex
Generator System
- Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer
Governor System
- UG Actuator
Lube System
- Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
- Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
- Oil filler and dipstick
- Service Side Engine mounted on Cylinder Block Inspection Covers
- Crankcase explosion relief valves
- Oil pressure regulating valve
Mounting System
- Damper, torsional vibration
- Engine and generator mounting
Starting / Charging System
- Line group for single point custom connection
- Two Motors, engine mounted at rear, on left side
- Vane type air starter
- Air silencer
General:
- Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/Aftercooler/Oil cooler water
- Paint, Caterpillar yellow
Optional Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Air inlet adapter
- Vertical support bracket
- Air cleaner louver assembly
- Boost control valve
- Soot filter
- Heavy duty air cleaner
Cooling System
- Auxiliary water pump
- Heat exchanger for single circuit
- Expansion tank
- Cooling system aids
- Heating aids
Exhaust System
- Flexible exhaust Fittings
- Weld flange and related hardware
Fuel System
- Duplex primary fuel strainer
- Fuel system connections
- Fuel priming pump
Generator System
- Winding temperature detectors
- Anti-condensation space heaters
- 3 Phase, Six Leads, WYE
- Class F insulation
- Busbar connections
Governor System
- Electronic/actuators
- EGB actuator
- Digital programmers
- Battery backup/power supply
- 230 UA
- 723 Plus
Lube System
- Oil pan drain valve
- Lube ANSI Adapter (Emergency connection)
Mounting System
- Spring type vibration isolators
- Vertically Restrained
- Non-vertically Restrained
- Isolator
Starting / Charging System
- Compressed air flex hose
- Turbine type air starters
- Pressure reducing valve
- Redundant air starters
General:
- Custom paint colors