XQ2280
XQ2280
XQ2280
XQ2280
Mobile generator sets

XQ2280 Tier 4 Final

The Cat® XQ2280 rental power module extends the line of Cat Rental Power offerings that meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards.
Driven by the Cat 3516C engine, the Cat XQ2280 power module provides up to 2 MW of standby power or 1825 kW of prime power.
The XQ2280 is equipped with an enhanced control system, designed to reduce installation and startup time.
Advanced product autonomy and monitoring capabilities reduce on-site manpower support requirements, minimize operator exposure to hazards, and permit site performance and maintenance data to be conveniently viewed, archived, and analyzed.
This module is ideal in a stand-alone environment, combined with dozens of units in a power plant solution, or supporting utility systems worldwide.
The Cat XQ2280 is suited for data centers, healthcare facilities, municipal infrastructure, wastewater treatment plants and other utilities, mining and quarry sites, and other large-scale applications.

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Rental ready

  • Robust, durable product with a range of rental ready features to meet job requirements and applications.

Fuel/Emissions Strategy

  • Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards and CARB certified for non-road mobile applications at all 60 Hz ratings.

Cat 3516C Diesel Engine

  • Cat 3516C heavy-duty diesel engine Reliable, rugged, durable, fuel efficient Electronic ADEM A4 engine control Industry proven reliability.

CAT EMCP 4.4 Digital Controls

  • Dual EMCP 4.4 easy to use digital controls with manual and automatic paralleling capability.

Cat SR5 Series Generators

  • Class H Insulation. Integrated voltage regular for fast response in demanding applications. Designed to match the performance and outputcharacteristics of Cat diesel engines

HMI Controls

  • Externally Mounted Color Touch-Screen HMI Control Center

Cat Connect

  • Remote monitoring for fleet management and asset tracking

Sound Attenuated Container

  • 81 dBA @ 7m Sound Performance @ 75% Prime Load. 48' ISO high cube container, Service and Personnel doors. Externally-accessible controls

500 hr oil change intervals

  • Reducing operating costs and producing less waste

Reduced Environmental Impact

  • 110% Spill Containment of On-Board Engine Fluids.

Factory designed, built and tested

  • Single-source Supplier

Additional options

  • Three-axle, air-ride chasiss with anti-lock brakesystem Extended Service interval kits
Generator Set
Rating Prime1825 ekW (2280 kVA)
Frequency60 Hz
Voltage480/277 V
Fuel/Emissions StrategyU.S. EPA Tier 4 Final
Rating Standby2000 ekW (2500 kVA)
Engine
EngineCat® 3516C
FuelDiesel
Dimensions
Width - Without Chassis96 in
Height - Without Chassis2896 mm
Length - Without Chassis576 in
Weight - Without Chassis, With Lube Oil and Coolant82000 lb

Cat 3516C Diesel Engine

  • Reliable, rugged, durable design
  • Electronic ADEM A4 engine control
  • EPA Tier 4 Final and CARB Emissions Certified
  • Turbocharged, air to water aftercooled
  • Aftertreatment module. DEF System

Alternator and Alternator attachments

  • 3 Phase, brushless, 12 lead, Permanent Magnet Excited
  • 1667 Frame
  • Coastal insulation protection and anti-condensation space heaters
  • Integrated voltage regulator (IVR) with VAR/PF control
  • Sized for 120°C temperature rise at 40°C ambient

Control Panels

  • EMCP 4.4 Genset mounted digital controller
  • Externally accessible Color Touch-Screen HMI Control Center
  • Manual and automatic paralleling capability

Governing system

  • Electrical governing system ADEM™ A3

Cat Connect remote monitoring

  • Provides package monitoring and management

Cooling System

  • Horizontally, isolation-mounted radiator withvertical air discharge from the container
  • Provides 43°C ambient capability at Prime ratingand 500m

Charging / Starting System

  • 120V, 50 Amp battery charger
  • 60 Amp charging alternator
  • Solar maintainer for batteries
  • Dual 24V Electric Starting Motors

Fuel System

  • 1050-gal (3975 L) double-wall fuel tank, UL 142and ULc 601 Listed and complies with Transport Canada requirements, 10-hour runtime @ 75%prime, external fuel fill
  • Transfer pump to on-board and off-board fuel
  • Primary fuel filters (3x) with integral water separator
  • External connections for fuel transfer and fuel tank overflow

Distribution

  • Externally accessible, Vibration Isolated, 3200A LSIG, UL Listed, 100 kAIC breaker withadvanced protections and power metering
  • Busbar connections
  • Removable plexiglass plate w/safety switch for livebus protection

Sound Attenuated Container

  • 48' ISO high cube container
  • Sound level is 81 dB(A) at 7 meters per SAEJ1074 measured at 75% prime load
  • Sound attenuated air intake louvers and five lockable personnel doors with panic release

Lube System

  • Full flow oil filters with water-cooled oil cooler
  • Oil drain lines routed to the engine rail

General

  • Factory tested and inspected
  • Full manufacturer's warranty
  • UL, NEMA, ISO, and IEEE standards
  • XQ2280 Tier 4 Final Spec Sheet
    application/pdf
  • Cat Gensets Rating Guide
    application/pdf

Need installed dimensions with enclosure and tank? See Model Configurations