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C280-8

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

      A3 ECU

      • 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

      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

      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

      Power Rating
      Power Range 3084-3393 bhp (2300-2530 bkW)
      Engine Specifications
      Speed Range 900 rpm
      Emissions IMO II
      Aspiration TA
      Bore 280.0 mm
      Stroke 300.0 mm
      Displacement 148.0 l
      Rotation from Flywheel End Counterclockwise or clockwise
      Configuration In-line 8, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
      Dimensions & Weights
      Height 2642.0 mm
      Dry Weight 19000.0 kg
      Width 1803.0 mm
      Length 4953.0 mm

      Standard Equipment

      Air Inlet System
      • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
      • Air inlet shutoff
      • Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
      • Turbocharger, engine oil lubricated
      Control System
      • Dual Caterpillar A-III Electronic Engine Control Modules with Electronic Unit Injector Fuel System
      • Rigid Wiring Harness (10 amp 24volt power required to drive Electronic Engine Control Modules)
      Cooling System
      • Engine coolant water drains
      Exhaust System
      • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
      Fuel System
      • Distillate fuel (requires viscosity ranging from 1.4 cSt to 20 cSt at 38 degrees C)
      • Fuel transfer pump (mounted on left hand side)
      • Duplex fuel filters
      • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
      Lube Systems
      • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff. Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers. Includes installed oil lines and single shutoff valve. Filters centrifuge bypass oil from the main lubricating oil pump. Can be serviced with the engine running.
      • Oil filler and dipstick
      • Valve, oil pressure regulating
      • Valves, crankcase explosion relief
      General
      • Paint, Caterpillar yellow
      • Pumps, gear driven: fuel, oil, jacket water, aftercooler/oil cooler water

      Optional Equipment

      Engine Application/Design Control
      • Crankshaft Deflection Marks
      • Extra Mounting Feet
      Engine Package Description
      • Auxiliary Drive
      • Stub Shaft Certification
      Air Inlet System
      • Air Cleaners
      Cooling System
      • Auxiliary Water Pump
      • Jacket Water Heaters
      • Heat Recovery System
      • Heat Recovery Thermostats
      • De-Aerator
      • Connections for Driven Equipment
      • Cooling System Connection Groups
      Exhaust System
      • Outlet Expander
      • Flexible Exhaust Fittings
      • Weld Flange
      Fuel System
      • Fuel Priming Pump
      • Duplex Primary Fuel Strainer
      • Fuel Systems Connections
      Lube System
      • Oil Pan Drain Valve
      • Lube Connections
      • Lube Oil Heater
      Marine Society Requirements
      • Spray Shielding
      Protection System
      • Monitoring System
      • ECP Relay System Options
      • ECP Mechanical Gauge Instrument Panel
      • Turbocharger Speed Sensor
      • Cylinder Pressure Relief Valve
      • Oil Mist Detector
      • Protection System Components
      • Wiring
      • Magnetic Pickup
      Spare Parts Kits
      • Intake and Air System
      • Basic Engine
      • Cylinder Head
      • Fuel System
      • Cooling System
      • Instrumentation
      • Cylinder Valve Kits
      Starting System
      • Boost Control Valve, Pressure Reducing Valve
      Engine Testing
      • Basic System Testing
      • Special Witness Test
      • Customer Selected Test Points
      • Marine Limit Line Test
      • Propeller Demand Curve Test
      Service Tools/Ship Protection/Factor Support
      • Commissioning
      • Service Tools
      • Shipping Protection - Export Boxing
      • AID Emblem
      • Storage Preservation

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      Product specifications, standard and optional equipment may vary depending on stock availability. For more information or to verify specific product details, please get in touch with one of our sales representatives.

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