Diesel generator sets
C280-12
Producing reliable power from 3300 to 3640 ekW at 60 Hz and 4400 to 4850 kVA at 50Hz, our C280-12 diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. The generator set can be configured to meet IMO/EPA Tier 2 or EPA Tier 4 Final.
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Cat Diesel Engine
Generator
Full Range of Attachments
Over 200,000,000 Operating hours
at Global locations
Up to 10% Better Fuel Economy
Demonstrated savings
Over 20% Reduction in Service Time
Two inspection ports per cylinder, segmented camshafts and individual heads ease service
| Maximum Rating | 3640 ekW (60Hz), 4850 kVA (50Hz) |
|---|---|
| Minimum Rating | 3300 ekW (60Hz), 4400 kVA (50Hz) |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | EPA Tier 4 Final, IMO Tier 2 |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz |
| Speed | 900 / 1000 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Prime, Continuous |
| Engine Model | C280-12, V-12,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel |
|---|---|
| Bore | 11 in |
| Stroke | 11.8 in |
| Displacement | 13524 in³ |
| Compression Ratio | 13:01 |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Fuel System | Direct unit injection |
| Governor Type | Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS) |
| Length - Maximum | 404 in |
|---|---|
| Width - Maximum | 99.62 in |
| Height - Maximum | 156.6 in |
| Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) | 112690 lb |
Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner
- Air inlet shutoff
- Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
- Turbocharger, watercooled, engine oil lubricated
- Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
Cooling System
- Front mounted turbos
- Jacket water thermostats
- Water temperature regulator
- Engine coolant water drains
- Three-bundle oil cooler
Exhaust System
- 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
- Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
- Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
Fuel System
- Simplex or duplex
Generator System
- Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by Dealer
Governor System
- UG Actuator
Lube System
- Oil filler and dipstick
- Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
- Crankcase explosion relief valves
- Oil pressure regulating valve
- Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
- Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
Mounting System
- Engine and generator mounting
- Damper, torsional vibration
Starting / Charging System
- Vane type air starter
- Two motors, engine mounted at rear, on left side
- Line group for single point custom connection
- Air silencer
General:
- Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/aftercooler/Oil cooler water
- Paint, Caterpillar yellow
Need installed dimensions with enclosure and tank? See Model Configurations
