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C280-8 Commercial Propulsion Engines

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.

C280-8

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The Cat® C280-8 is built for reliable performance in the marine power systems range, backed by Al-Bahar's regional service and support network.

Application
Workboat
Speed Range
900 - 1000 rpm
Emissions
IMO II, IMO III/EPA Tier 4
Aspiration
TA
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  • Standard Equipment

Specifications

Power Rating specifications
Power Range 3084-4023 bhp (2300-3000 bkW)

Features

Product Overview

Building on the durability and reliability of the C280 engine platform, Caterpillar is pleased to offer the EPA Tier 2 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.

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

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