C280-6 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
SR5 Alternator
- 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 | 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
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 System
- Air inlet shutoff
- Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
- Turbocharger, watercooled (720 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
- Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
Cooling System
- Water temperature regulator
- Engine coolant water drains
- Jacket water thermostats
Exhaust System
- Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
- Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
- 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
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
- Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
- Crankcase explosion relief valves
- Oil filler and dipstick
- Oil pressure regulating valve
Mounting System
- Damper, torsional vibration
- Engine and generator mounting
Starting / Charging System
- Vane type air starter
- Line group for single point custom connection
- Air silencer
- One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
General:
- Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/aftercooler/Oil cooler water
- Paint, Caterpillar yellow
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