Diesel generator sets

C280-6

Producing reliable power from 1650 to 1820 ekW at 60 Hz and 2200 to 2425 kVA at 50 Hz, our C280-6 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 meets IMO/EPA Tier 2 emissions.

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Cat Diesel Engine

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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

Generator Set Specifications
Maximum Rating1820 ekW (60Hz), 2425 kVA (50Hz)
Minimum Rating1650 ekW (60Hz), 2200 kVA (50Hz)
Emissions/Fuel StrategyIMO Tier 2
Frequency50 / 60 Hz
Speed900 / 1000 rpm
Duty CyclePrime, Continuous
Engine Specifications
Engine ModelC280-6, I-6,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore11 in
Stroke11.8 in
Displacement111 in³
Compression Ratio13:01
AspirationTA
Fuel SystemDirect unit injection
Governor TypeGenerator Set Monitoring System (GMS)
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Maximum404 in
Width - Maximum99.62 in
Height - Maximum156.6 in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)74970 lb

Air Inlet System

  • Air inlet shutoff
  • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
  • Turbocharger, watercooled (720 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
  • Breather, crankcase, top-mounted

Cooling System

  • Water temperature regulator
  • Engine coolant water drains
  • Jacket water thermostats

Exhaust System

  • Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
  • 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern

Fuel System

  • Simplex or duplex

Generator System

  • Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer

Governor System

  • UG Actuator

Lube System

  • Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
  • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
  • Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
  • Crankcase explosion relief valves
  • Oil filler and dipstick
  • Oil pressure regulating valve

Mounting System

  • Damper, torsional vibration
  • Engine and generator mounting

Starting / Charging System

  • Vane type air starter
  • Line group for single point custom connection
  • Air silencer
  • One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side

General:

  • Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/aftercooler/Oil cooler water
  • Paint, Caterpillar yellow
  • Electric Power Ratings Guide
    application/pdf
  • C280-6 Spec Sheet: 60 Hz 1820 ekW, 50Hz 2425 kVA
    application/pdf

Need installed dimensions with enclosure and tank? See Model Configurations