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| Power Range | 4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW) 4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW) |
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Commercial Propulsion Engines C280-12
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- Power Range
- 4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW)
- 4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW)
- Speed Range
- 900 - 1000 rpm
- 900 - 1000 rpm
- Emissions
- IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required)
- IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required)
Overview
Building on the durability and reliability of the C280 engine platform, Caterpillar is pleased to offer the C280-12 engine line. The core components are the same as the existing C280, including the latest in EUI fuel system capabilities and state-of-the-art ADEM™ A3 Electronic Control Unit (ECU) features. Caterpillar® products continue to deliver more available power while delivering outstanding fuel efficiency. You can also count on long maintenance intervals and worldwide Caterpillar parts and service availability. All C280-12 engines ratings are IMO II compliant. Engines rated at 3700 bkW and 4060 bkW, with aftertreatment, are IMO 3/EPA T4 compliant.
Features At A Glance
• Electronic governing control unit minimizes fuel consumption and monitors engine operating parameter
• Improved part load/part speed performance
• Improved torque rise capability
• Ease of serviceability and maintenance
Product Specifications for C280-12
Engine
| Speed Range | 900 - 1000 rpm 900 - 1000 rpm |
| Emissions | IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required) IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required) |
| Aspiration | TTA TTA |
| Bore | 11 in 280 mm |
| Stroke | 11.8 in 300 mm |
| Displacement | 13456 in³ 222 l |
| Rotation from Flywheel End | Clockwise or Counterclockwise Clockwise or Counterclockwise |
| Configuration | V 12, 4-Stroke Cycle diesel V 12, 4-Stroke Cycle diesel |
Dimensions & Weights
| Width | 80 in 2032 mm |
| Height | 134 in 3404 mm |
| Length | 182 in 4623 mm |
| Dry Weight | 57276 lb 25980 kg |
C280-12 Standard Equipment
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
- SOLAS Compliant hard heat shield system
- Gear driven coolant and oil pumps
- 50 degree vee engine block for reduced width
- Dual A4 ECM with rigid wiring harness
- 1.5% speed margin for waterjet specification
- EUI fuel system
- Duplex fuel and oil filters
- Centrifugal oil filters
- Centrifugal oil filters
- Explosion relief valves
- Air starters
C280-12 Optional Equipment
OPTIONAL ATTACHEMENTS
- Opposite end drive capability
- LECP II/III Panels and CMD 5/8/13 displays
- Marine alarm and protection system
- MCS Certification
- Full power stubshaft
- Air shutoff device
- Mechanical load sharing
- Cold weather boost control valve
- Auxiliary water pump
- RH/LH service options
- Oil Mist detector
- Mounting feet options (fixed or resilient)
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
- Air driven pre/post-lube pump
- Six point engine mounting feet
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Marine Power Systems
C280-12
Selected
- Power Range
- 4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW)
- 4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW)
- Speed Range
- 900 - 1000 rpm
- 900 - 1000 rpm
- Emissions
- IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required)
- IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required)
Marine Power Systems
3516E
- Power Range
- 3755-4023 bhp (2800-3000 bkW)
- 3755-4023 bhp (2800-3000 bkW)
- Speed Range
- 1800 rpm
- 1800 rpm
- Emissions
- IMO II
- IMO II
Marine Power Systems
C280-16
- Power Range
- 6169-8046 bhp (4600-6000 bkW)
- 6169-8046 bhp (4600-6000 bkW)
- Speed Range
- 900-1000 rpm
- 900-1000 rpm
- Emissions
- IMO II
- IMO II
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