C280-16

Cat C280-16 Marine Generator Set

C280-16

DESCRIPTION

Cat C280-16 Marine Generator Set

Features

  • Advantages

    CAN J1939 data link Waterproof connectors, Maintenance-free, Backup ECU for redundant governing

  • 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

  • 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

  • Advantages

    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

  • Advantages

    “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

  • Standard Equipment
  • Optional Equipment
  • Specs
  • Docs

Standard Equipment

  • General
    • LH and RH service availability
  • Air Inlet System
    • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
    • Dual turbochargers, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated
    • Crankcase breathers, top mounted
    • Air inlet adapter - Straight / 90 degree / 35 degree
  • Control System
    • Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules
    • Rigid Wiring Harness
  • Cooling System
    • Aftercooler / Oil cooler and jacket water gear driven pumps
    • Engine coolant water drains
    • Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler
  • Exhaust System
    • Dry exhaust manifold
    • Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
    • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
    • Duplex Fuel filters
  • Instrumentation
    • Cat Alarm & Protection System
  • Lube System
    • Oil pump, gear driven
    • 3 element oil cooler, engine mounted
    • Duplex centrifugal oil filter, engine mounted
    • Wet sump
    • Prelube pump - air / electric
  • Protection System
    • Crankcase explosion relief valves

Optional Equipment

Specs

Overview

Long Name:
Cat C280-16 Marine Generator Set
Name:
C280-16
Brand:
Caterpillar
Status:
Current

Power Rating

Power Range
4700 - 4840 ekW

Generator Set Specifications

Frequency
50 / 60

Engine Specifications

Emissions
EPA Tier 2, IMO II

Generator Set Specifications

Speed
1000 rpm (50 hz) or 900 rpm (60 hz)

Engine Specifications

Aspiration
Turbocharged-Aftercooled
Bore
11 in / 280 mm
Stroke
11.8 in / 300 mm
Displacement
18062 in³ / 296 l
Governor Type
Electronic
Fuel System
EUI
Compression Ratio 50 Hz
13.1
Compression Ratio 60 Hz
13:1

Generator Set Specifications

Minimum Rating
4700 ekW (5875 kVA)
Maximum Rating
4840 ekW (6050 kVA)

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
Vee 16, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel

Generator Set Dimensions

Length
366.7 in / 9314 mm
Width
78.3 in / 1990 mm
Height
164.1 in / 4167 mm
Weight
31000 kg/ 68343 lb (engine dry weight), 18145 kg/ 40000 lb (generator weight)

SEE HOW C280-16 COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.

Marine Generator Sets
C280-16
C280-16
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Power Range
4700 - 4840 ekW
Frequency
50 / 60
Aspiration
Turbocharged-Aftercooled
Bore
11 in / 280 mm
Stroke
11.8 in / 300 mm
Displacement
18062 in³ / 296 l
Governor Type
Electronic
Fuel System
EUI
Compression Ratio 50 Hz
13.1
Compression Ratio 60 Hz
13:1
Engine Model
Vee 16, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Length
366.7 in / 9314 mm
Width
78.3 in / 1990 mm
Height
164.1 in / 4167 mm
Marine Generator Sets
C280-12
C280-12
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Power Range
3640 - 3520 ekW
Frequency
50 Hz or 60 Hz
Aspiration
Turbocharged-Aftercooled
Bore
11 in / 280 mm
Stroke
11.8 in / 300 mm
Displacement
13546 in³ / 222 l
Governor Type
Electronic
Fuel System
EUI
Compression Ratio 50 Hz
13.1
Compression Ratio 60 Hz
13:1
Engine Model
V 12, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Length
316.5 in / 8040 mm
Width
77.2 in / 1961 mm
Height
155 in / 3937 mm
Marine Generator Sets
C280-6
C280-6
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Power Range
1720 - 1820 ekW
Frequency
50 / 60 Hz
Aspiration
Turbocharged - Aftercooled
Bore
11 in / 280 mm
Stroke
11.8 in / 300 mm
Displacement
6773 in³ / 111 l
Governor Type
Electronic
Fuel System
EUI
Compression Ratio 50 Hz
13.1
Compression Ratio 60 Hz
13:1
Engine Model
In-line 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Length
280.3 in / 7120 mm
Width
77.2 in / 1961 mm
Height
154.9 in / 3934 mm