Overview
Building on the durability and reliability of the C280 engine platform, Caterpillar is pleased to offer the C280-12 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 C280-12 engines ratings are IMO II compliant. Engines rated at 3700 bkW and 4060 bkW, with aftertreatment, are IMO 3/EPA T4 compliant.
Specifications
| Power Range | 4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW) |
| Speed Range | 900 - 1000 rpm |
| Emissions | IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required) |
Benefits & Features
Air System
Advanced combustion design uses the optimum configurations and cylinder geometry for low visible smoke
Fuel Injection and Consumption
• Optimal nozzle geometry and electronic injection control for improved fuel delivery
• Electronic governing control unit minimizes fuel consumption and monitors engine operating parameter
Durability
Durable core engine design with over 100 million operating hours and thousands of engines sold
Specifications
| Power Range | 4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW) |
| Speed Range | 900 - 1000 rpm |
| Emissions | IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required) |
| Aspiration | TTA |
| Bore | — |
| Stroke | — |
| Displacement | — |
| Rotation from Flywheel End | Clockwise or Counterclockwise |
| Configuration | V 12, 4-Stroke Cycle diesel |
| Width | — |
| Height | — |
| Length | — |
| Dry Weight | — |
Benefits & Features
Air System
Advanced combustion design uses the optimum configurations and cylinder geometry for low visible smoke
Fuel Injection and Consumption
• Optimal nozzle geometry and electronic injection control for improved fuel delivery
• Electronic governing control unit minimizes fuel consumption and monitors engine operating parameter
Durability
Durable core engine design with over 100 million operating hours and thousands of engines sold
Reliability
• Market leading power to weight ratio
• Improved part load/part speed performance
• Improved torque rise capability
Cooling System
Cold mode start strategy and programmable low idle
Worldwide Support
• Global dealer network for unparalleled support
• Ease of serviceability and maintenance
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Standard Equipment
- STANDARD EQUIPMENT
- SOLAS Compliant hard heat shield system
- Gear driven coolant and oil pumps
- 50 degree vee engine block for reduced width
- Dual A4 ECM with rigid wiring harness
- 1.5% speed margin for waterjet specification
- EUI fuel system
- Duplex fuel and oil filters
- Centrifugal oil filters
- Centrifugal oil filters
- Explosion relief valves
- Air starters
Optional Equipment
- OPTIONAL ATTACHEMENTS
- Opposite end drive capability
- LECP II/III Panels and CMD 5/8/13 displays
- Marine alarm and protection system
- MCS Certification
- Full power stubshaft
- Air shutoff device
- Mechanical load sharing
- Cold weather boost control valve
- Auxiliary water pump
- RH/LH service options
- Oil Mist detector
- Mounting feet options (fixed or resilient)
- STANDARD EQUIPMENT
- Air driven pre/post-lube pump
- Six point engine mounting feet