Industrial engines
C2.8
The Cat® C2.8 Industrial Diesel Engines offer the perfect balance of compact size, reliability, and performance. This engine is offered in ratings ranging up to 55 bkW (74 bhp) @ 2500 rpm. The C2.8 is designed to meet the needs of many industries and applications, including agricultural tractors, aerial lifts, aircraft ground support, bore/drill rigs, chippers/grinders, compactors/rollers, compressors, forestry, irrigation equipment, material handling, mining, earthmoving equipment, paving equipment, pumps, fruit harvesters equipment, turf and underground mining equipment.
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Reliable, Quiet and Durable Power
- World-class manufacturing capability and processes coupled with proven technologies and extensive field validation assure reliability and durability in tough nonroad applications.
High Performance
- Leading edge fuel systems and turbocharging provide high torque even at lower engine speeds.
Fuel Efficiency
- Fuel consumption optimized to match the measured operating cycles of a wide range of equipment types.
Fuel & Oil
- U.S. EPA Tier 4 Interim or Tier 4 Final, EU Stage IIIB, Stage IV or proposed Stage V engines require Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) fuel containing a maximum of 10 ppm sulfur (EU) and 15 ppm sulfur (U.S.), and new oil formulations to support the new technology. Your Cat dealer can provide more information regarding fuel and oil.
Broad Application Range
- Industry-leading range of factory configurable ratings and options for agricultural, material handling, construction, mining, aircraft ground support, and other industrial applications.
| Maximum Power | 74 hp |
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| Maximum Torque | 280 lb-ft @ 1360 rpm |
| Rated Speed | 2200 - 2400 rpm |
| Minimum Power | 67 hp |
| Emissions | U.S. EPA & CARB Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V |
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| Engine Configuration | In-Line 4 |
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| Bore | 3.5 in |
| Stroke | 4.3 in |
| Displacement | 171 in³ |
| Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged (T) and Turbocharged-Aftercooled (TA) |
| Combustion System | Direct Injection |
| Rotation from Flywheel End | Counterclockwise |
| Aftertreatment | DOC+DPF |
| Length | 24.9 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 22.4 in |
| Height | 30.9 in |
| Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments | 750 lb |
Air Inlet System
- Induction manifolds
- Exhaust manifolds
- Engine-mounted aftertreatment
Control System
- Starter motor (12V)
- Alternator (12V)
- Electronic Control Unit (chassis mounted)
- Engine control sensors and robust wiring harness
- Data interface via CANbus J1939
Flywheels and Flywheel Housing
- Flywheel housings – SAE 3 or SAE 4
- Choice of flywheel to match industry common hydraulic pumps and transmissions
- Side PTO with SAE A or SAE B interface
Fuel System
- Fuel filter – preconnected but chassis mounted
- With water sensor
Lube System
- Lubricating oil filters
- High incline oil pan – 35° continuous in all directions
General
- Cold start capability to -20° C (-4° F) with standard equipment
- Paint: Caterpillar yellow, with optional colors available at request
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, proposed EU Stage V Aftertreatment/ Clean Emissions Control Equipment
- Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) (Tier 4 Final and Stage V)
- Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) (Stage V)
Need installed dimensions with enclosure and tank? See Model Configurations
