Propulsion engines
C280-8
Building on the durability and reliability of the C280 engine platform, Caterpillar is pleased to offer the C280-8 engine line. The core components are the same as the existing C280, including the latest in EUI fuel system capabilities and state-of-the-art ADEM™ A3 Electronic Control Unit (ECU) features. Caterpillar® products continue to deliver more available power while delivering outstanding fuel efficiency. You can also count on long maintenance intervals and worldwide Caterpillar parts and service availability. All C280-8 engines ratings are IMO II compliant. Engines rated at 2460 bkW and 2710 bkW, with aftertreatment, are IMO III/EPA Tier 4 compliant.
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A3 Ecu
- CAN J1939 data link
- Waterproof connectors
- Maintenance-free
- Backup ECU for redundant governing
Electronic Advantages:
- Load feedback
- Programmable droop
- Adjustable gain
- Adjustable fuel/air ratio control
- Histograms of engine operation
- Cat Messenger display presents diagnostics and other engine parameters
Data Advantages through J1939 Link:
- Engine speed
- Boost pressure
- Throttle position
- Fuel consumption rate
- Inlet manifold temperature
- Diagnostic codes and events
- Configuration
- Desired engine speed
- Battery voltage
- Engine load
- Lifetime totals — engine hours, fuel burned, idle fuel, idle hours
- Trip totals — average fuel rate, idle fuel, idle hours, engine hours, fuel burned, trip reset
Customer Interface Panel
- Interfaces with standard Cat® Marine Monitoring System (PLC in Price List)
- Provides visual indication of ECU functionality
- Accepts 4 — 20 mA or PWM remote throttle speed input
- Marine alarm and protection
Electronic Unit Injectors
- • “Drop-in” installation
- No threaded fuel connections
- High pressure inside injector only
- Does not require double wall fuel lines or leak collection device
- Injector synchronization not required
| Power Range | 3084-4023 bhp (2300-3000 bkW) |
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| Application | Workboat |
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| Speed Range | 900 - 1000 rpm |
| Emissions | IMO II, IMO III/EPA Tier 4 |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Bore | 11.0 in |
| Stroke | 11.8 in |
| Displacement | 9031.0 in³ |
| Rotation from Flywheel End | Counterclockwise or clockwise |
| Configuration | In-line 8, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel |
| Height | 104.0 in |
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| Dry Weight | 41800.0 lb |
| Width | 71.0 in |
| Length | 195.0 in |
General
- LH and RH service availability
Air Inlet System
- Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
- Crankcase breathers, top mounted
- Single turbocharger, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated
- Air inlet adapter - Straight / 90 degree / 35 degree
Control System
- Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules
- Rigid Wiring Harness
- Aftercooler/oil cooler and jacket water pumps (gear driven)
Cooling System
- Engine coolant water drains
- Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler
Exhaurt System
- Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
Exhaust System
- Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection
Fuel System
- Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
- Duplex Fuel filters
- Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
Instrumentation
- CAT Alarm & Protection System
Lube System
- Oil pump, gear driven
Lube Systems
- 2 element oil cooler, engine mounted
- Duplex centrifugal oil filter - engine mounted
- Prelube pump - air / electric
Protection System
- Crankcase explosion relief valves
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