Commercial Propulsion Engines C280-12

Name: C280-12
Brand: Caterpillar

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Key Specs

Power Range: 4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW); 4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW)

Speed Range: 900 - 1000 rpm; 900 - 1000 rpm

Emissions: IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required); IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required)

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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.

Features At A Glance

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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

Advanced combustion design uses the optimum configurations and cylinder geometry for low visible smoke

• Optimal nozzle geometry and electronic injection control for improved fuel delivery
• Electronic governing control unit minimizes fuel consumption and monitors engine operating parameter

Durable core engine design with over 100 million operating hours and thousands of engines sold

• Market leading power to weight ratio
• Improved part load/part speed performance
• Improved torque rise capability

Cold mode start strategy and programmable low idle

• Global dealer network for unparalleled support
• Ease of serviceability and maintenance

Specifications Standard Equipment Optional Equipment

Product Specifications for C280-12

Ratings

Power Range

4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW) 4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW)

Engine

Speed Range	900 - 1000 rpm 900 - 1000 rpm
Emissions	IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required) IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required)
Aspiration	TTA TTA
Bore	11 in 280 mm
Stroke	11.8 in 300 mm
Displacement	13,456 in³ 222 l
Rotation from Flywheel End	Clockwise or Counterclockwise Clockwise or Counterclockwise
Configuration	V 12, 4-Stroke Cycle diesel V 12, 4-Stroke Cycle diesel

Dimensions & Weights

Width	80 in 2032 mm
Height	134 in 3404 mm
Length	182 in 4623 mm
Dry Weight	57276 lb 25980 kg

C280-12 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

C280-12 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

Product Specifications for C280-12

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Ratings

Power Range

4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW) 4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW)

Engine

Speed Range	900 - 1000 rpm 900 - 1000 rpm
Emissions	IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required) IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required)
Aspiration	TTA TTA
Bore	11 in 280 mm
Stroke	11.8 in 300 mm
Displacement	13,456 in³ 222 l
Rotation from Flywheel End	Clockwise or Counterclockwise Clockwise or Counterclockwise
Configuration	V 12, 4-Stroke Cycle diesel V 12, 4-Stroke Cycle diesel

Dimensions & Weights

Width	80 in 2032 mm
Height	134 in 3404 mm
Length	182 in 4623 mm
Dry Weight	57276 lb 25980 kg

C280-12 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

C280-12 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

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C280-12

Power Range: 4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW); 4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW)
Speed Range: 900 - 1000 rpm; 900 - 1000 rpm
Emissions: IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required); IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required)

Marine Power Systems

C280-8

Power Range: 3084-4023 bhp (2300-3000 bkW); 3084-4023 bhp (2300-3000 bkW)
Speed Range: 900 - 1000 rpm; 900 - 1000 rpm
Emissions: IMO II, IMO III/EPA Tier 4; IMO II, IMO III/EPA Tier 4

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Marine Power Systems

C280-16

Power Range: 6169-8046 bhp (4600-6000 bkW); 6169-8046 bhp (4600-6000 bkW)
Speed Range: 900-1000 rpm; 900-1000 rpm
Emissions: IMO II; IMO II

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C280-12

Commercial Propulsion Engines C280-12

Overview

Features At A Glance

Air System

Fuel Injection and Consumption

Durability

Reliability

Cooling System

Worldwide Support

Product Specifications for C280-12

Ratings

Engine

Dimensions & Weights

C280-12 Standard Equipment

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

C280-12 Optional Equipment

OPTIONAL ATTACHEMENTS

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

Product Specifications for C280-12

Ratings

Engine

Dimensions & Weights

C280-12 Standard Equipment

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

C280-12 Optional Equipment

OPTIONAL ATTACHEMENTS

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

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