C280-12

C280-12 Generator Set (Medium Speed)

C280-12 (60 HZ) 3300-4000 kW Diesel Generator models consume less fuel, translating to responsible power and operating cost savings for customers.

C280-12

DESCRIPTION

Producing reliable power from 3300 to 3640 ekW at 60 Hz and 4400 to 4850 kVA at 50Hz, our C280-12 diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. The generator set can be configured to meet IMO/EPA Tier 2 or EPA Tier 4 Final.Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.Electric Power

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

  • Standard Equipment
  • Optional Equipment
  • Specs
  • Docs

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Air cleaner
    • Air inlet shutoff
    • Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
    • Turbocharger, watercooled, engine oil lubricated
    • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
  • Cooling System
    • Front mounted turbos
    • Jacket water thermostats
    • Water temperature regulator
    • Engine coolant water drains
    • Three-bundle oil cooler
  • Exhaust System
    • 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
    • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
    • 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
    • Oil filler and dipstick
    • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
    • Crankcase explosion relief valves
    • Oil pressure regulating valve
    • Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
    • Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
  • Mounting System
    • Engine and generator mounting
    • Damper, torsional vibration
  • Starting / Charging System
    • Vane type air starter
    • Two motors, engine mounted at rear, on left side
    • Line group for single point custom connection
    • Air silencer
  • General:
    • Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/aftercooler/Oil cooler water
    • Paint, Caterpillar yellow

Optional Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Boost control valve
    • Soot filter
    • Heavy duty air cleaner
    • Air cleaner louver assembly
    • Vertical support bracket
    • Air inlet adapter
  • Cooling System
    • Expansion tank
    • Heating aids
    • Cooling system aids
    • Heat exchanger for single circuit
    • Auxiliary water pump
  • Exhaust System
    • Weld flange and related hardware
    • Flexible exhaust fittings
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Fuel system connections
    • Duplex primary fuel strainer
  • Generator System
    • Anti-condensation space heaters
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • Busbar connections
    • Class F insulation
    • 3 Phase, six leads, WYE
  • Governor System
    • Battery backup/power supply
    • Electronic/actuators
    • 723 Plus
    • 230 UA
    • EGB actuator
    • Digital programmers
  • Lube System
    • Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)
    • Oil pan drain valve
  • Mounting System
    • Spring type vibration isolators
    • Non-vertically restrained
    • Isolator
    • Vertically restrained
  • Starting / Charging System
    • Compressed air flex hose
    • Turbine type air starters
    • Redundant air starters
    • Pressure reducing valve
  • General:
    • Custom paint colors

Specs

Overview

Long Name:
C280-12 Generator Set (Medium Speed)
Name:
C280-12
Brand:
Cat
Status:
Current

Generator Set Specifications

Maximum Rating
3640 ekW (60Hz), 4850 kVA (50Hz)
Minimum Rating
3300 ekW (60Hz), 4400 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
C280-12, V-12,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
11 in / 280 mm
Stroke
11.8 in / 300 mm
Displacement
13524 in³ / 222 l
Compression Ratio
13:01
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Direct unit injection
Governor Type
Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum
404 in / 10261.7 mm
Width - Maximum
99.62 in / 2530.3 mm
Height - Maximum
156.6 in / 3977.7 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
112690 lb / 51230 kg

SEE HOW C280-12 COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.

Diesel Generator Sets
C280-12
C280-12
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
3640 ekW (60Hz), 4850 kVA (50Hz)
Minimum Rating
3300 ekW (60Hz), 4400 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 Model
C280-12, V-12,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
11 in / 280 mm
Stroke
11.8 in / 300 mm
Displacement
13524 in³ / 222 l
Compression Ratio
13:01
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Direct unit injection
Governor Type
Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)
Length - Maximum
404 in / 10261.7 mm
Width - Maximum
99.62 in / 2530.3 mm
Height - Maximum
156.6 in / 3977.7 mm
Diesel Generator Sets
C27 (60 Hz)
C27 (60 Hz)
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
800 ekW
Minimum Rating
635 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel, Tier 2 Nonroad Equivalent
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Prime
Engine Model
C27 ATAAC, V-12, 4-Stroke, Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
5.4 in / 137.2 mm
Stroke
6 in / 152.4 mm
Displacement
1649.47 in³ / 27.03 l
Compression Ratio
16.1:1
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
MEUI
Governor Type
Adem™A4
Length - Maximum
184 in / 4674 mm
Width - Maximum
67.8 in / 1723 mm
Height - Maximum
85.1 in / 2162 mm
Diesel Generator Sets
C280-16
C280-16
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
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 Model
C280-16, V-16,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
11 in / 280 mm
Stroke
11.8 in / 300 mm
Displacement
18032 in³ / 296 l
Compression Ratio
13:01
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Direct unit injection
Governor Type
Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)
Length - Maximum
404 in / 10261.7 mm
Width - Maximum
99.62 in / 2530.3 mm
Height - Maximum
156.6 in / 3977.7 mm