C280-8 Commercial Propulsion Engines

Commercial Propulsion Engines C280-8

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Key Specs

Power Range
3084-4023 bhp (2300-3000 bkW)
3084-4023 bhp (2300-3000 bkW)
Speed Range
900 - 1000 rpm
900 - 1000 rpm
Emissions
IMO II, IMO III/EPA Tier 4
IMO II, IMO III/EPA Tier 4

Overview

Building on the durability and reliability of the C280 engine platform, Caterpillar is pleased to offer the C280-8 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 C280-8 engines ratings are IMO II compliant. Engines rated at 2460 bkW and 2710 bkW, with aftertreatment, are IMO III/EPA Tier 4 compliant.

Product Specifications for C280-8

Power Range 3084-4023 bhp (2300-3000 bkW) 3084-4023 bhp (2300-3000 bkW)
Speed Range 900 - 1000 rpm 900 - 1000 rpm
Emissions IMO II, IMO III/EPA Tier 4 IMO II, IMO III/EPA Tier 4
Aspiration TA TA
Bore 11 in 280 mm
Stroke 11.8 in 300 mm
Displacement 9031 in³ 148 l
Rotation from Flywheel End Counterclockwise or clockwise Counterclockwise or clockwise
Configuration In-line 8, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel In-line 8, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Height 104 in 2642 mm
Dry Weight 41800 lb 19000 kg
Width 71 in 1803 mm
Length 195 in 4953 mm

C280-8 Standard Equipment

General

  • LH and RH service availability

Air Inlet System

  • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
  • Crankcase breathers, top mounted
  • Single turbocharger, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated
  • Air inlet adapter - Straight / 90 degree / 35 degree

Control System

  • Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules
  • Rigid Wiring Harness
  • Aftercooler/oil cooler and jacket water pumps (gear driven)

Cooling System

  • Engine coolant water drains
  • Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler

Exhaurt System

  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold

Exhaust System

  • Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection

Fuel System

  • Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
  • Duplex Fuel filters
  • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors

Instrumentation

  • CAT Alarm & Protection System

Lube System

  • Oil pump, gear driven

Lube Systems

  • 2 element oil cooler, engine mounted
  • Duplex centrifugal oil filter - engine mounted
  • Prelube pump - air / electric

Protection System

  • Crankcase explosion relief valves

C280-8 Optional Equipment

Exhaust System

  • Exhaust manifold shielding - soft

Cooling System

  • Jacket Water Heaters

Fuel System

  • SOLAS shielding

Lube System

  • Front and rear oil pan drains
  • Wet sump
  • SOLAS shielding

Protection System

  • Oil mist detector
  • Cylinder pressure relief valves
  • Cylinder pressure relief valves

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