Marine generator sets

C280-6

Cat C280-6 Marine Generator Set

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Power Rating
Power Range1720 - 1820 ekW
Generator Set Specifications
Frequency50 / 60 Hz
Emissions/Fuel StrategyU.S. EPA Tier 2, IMO II
Engine Specifications
AspirationTurbocharged - Aftercooled
Bore11.0 in
Stroke11.8 in
Displacement6773.0 in³
Governor TypeElectronic
Fuel SystemEUI
Compression Ratio 50 Hz13.1
Compression Ratio 60 Hz13:1
Engine ModelIn-line 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Generator Set Dimensions
Length280.3 in
Width77.2 in
Height154.9 in
Weight - Estimated18000 lb

General

  • LH or RH service connections

Air Inlet System

  • Aftercooler — fresh water, corrosion resistant coated
  • Crankcase breathers, top-mounted
  • Single turbocharger, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated

Exhaust System

  • Air inlet adapter - Straight / 90 degree / 35 degree
  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
  • Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection
  • Exhaust manifold shielding, soft

Control System

  • Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules
  • Rigid Wiring Harness

Cooling System

  • Aftercooler/oil cooler and jacket water pumps (gear driven)
  • Engine coolant water drains
  • Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler

Fuel System

  • Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
  • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors

Instrumentation

  • CAT Alarm & Protection System

Lube System

  • Oil pump, gear driven
  • 2 element oil cooler, engine mounted
  • Duplex centrifugal oil filter - engine mounted
  • Wet sump
  • Prelube pump - air / electric

Protection System

  • Mounted oil mist detector
  • Crankcase explosion relief valves
  • C280-6 Tier 2 Marine Generator Set Spec Sheet (2030 bkW)
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  • C280-6 Tier 2 MAR AUX & DIESEL ELECTRIC PROP 1820EKW 1900BKW 60 HZ 900 RPM
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  • C280-6 TIER 2 MAR AUX & DIESEL ELECTRIC PROP 1760EKW 1850BKW 50 HZ 1000 RPM
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