C280-6

Commercial Propulsion Engines C280-6

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Key Specs

Power Range
2320-2722 bhp (1730-2030 bkW)
2320-2722 bhp (1730-2030 bkW)
Speed Range
900-1000 rpm
900-1000 rpm
Emissions
IMO II
IMO II

Overview

Building on the durability and reliability of the C280 engine platform, Caterpillar is pleased to offer the IMO II C280 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.

Features At A Glance

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A3 ECU

• CAN J1939 data link • Waterproof connectors • Maintenance-free • Backup ECU for redundant governing
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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
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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
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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
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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
Specifications Standard Equipment Optional Equipment

Product Specifications for C280-6

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Power Range 2320-2722 bhp (1730-2030 bkW) 2320-2722 bhp (1730-2030 bkW)
Speed Range 900-1000 rpm 900-1000 rpm
Emissions IMO II IMO II
Aspiration TA TA
Bore 11 in 280 mm
Stroke 11.8 in 300 mm
Displacement 6773 in³ 111 l
Rotation from Flywheel End Counterclockwise or clockwise Counterclockwise or clockwise
Configuration In-line 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel In-line 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Dry Weight 34496 lb 15680 kg
Length 158 in 4013 mm
Width 71 in 1803 mm
Height 108 in 2743 mm

C280-6 Standard Equipment

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General

  • LH or RH service connections

Air Inlet System

  • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated
  • 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
  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold

Exhaust System

  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
  • Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection
  • Exhaust manifold shielding, soft

Fuel System

  • Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
  • 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
  • Wet sump
  • Prelube pump - air / electric

Protection System

  • Crankcase explosion relief valves

Protection Ssystem

  • Mounted oil mist detector

C280-6 Optional Equipment

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Fuel System

  • Fuel priming pump
  • Duplex fuel filters
  • SOLAS shielding

Lube System

  • Front and rear oil pan drains
  • SOLAS shielding

Protection System

  • Cylinder pressure relief valves

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Power Range
2320-2722 bhp (1730-2030 bkW)
2320-2722 bhp (1730-2030 bkW)
Speed Range
900-1000 rpm
900-1000 rpm
Emissions
IMO II
IMO II
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Speed Range
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Emissions
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Speed Range
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Emissions
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