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Cat C280-8 Propulsion Engine

Cat C280-8 Propulsion Engine

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.

Power Rating

Power Range

3084-4023 bhp (2300-3000 bkW)

Engine Specifications

Speed Range

900 - 1000 rpm

Emissions

IMO II, IMO III/EPA Tier 4

Aspiration

TA

Bore

11in

Stroke

11.8in

Displacement

9031in³

Rotation from Flywheel End

Counterclockwise or clockwise

Configuration

In-line 8, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel

Dimensions & Weights

Height

104in

Dry Weight

41800lb

Width

71in

Length

195in

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

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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