Propulsion engines
C280-16
Building on the durability and reliability of the C280 engine platform, Caterpillar is pleased to offer the C280-16 engine line, now up to 6000 bkW. 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.
| Power Range | 6169-8046 bhp (4600-6000 bkW) |
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| Speed Range | 900-1000 rpm |
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| Emissions | IMO II |
| Aspiration | TTA |
| Bore | 11.0 in |
| Stroke | 11.8 in |
| Displacement | 18062.0 in³ |
| Rotation from Flywheel End | Counterclockwise or clockwise |
| Configuration | Vee 16, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel |
| Minimum Dry Weight | 62832.0 lb |
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| Minimum Length | 224.0 in |
| Maximum Length | 224.0 in |
| Minimum Height | 134.0 in |
| Maximum Height | 134.0 in |
| Minimum Width | 80.0 in |
| Maximum Width | 80.0 in |
General
- LH and RH service availability
Air Inlet System
- Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
- Dual turbochargers, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated
- Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
- Air inlet adapter - Straight / 90 degree / 35 degree
Control System
- Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules
- Rigid Wiring Harness
Cooling System
- Aftercooler / Oil cooler and jacket water gear driven pumps
- Engine coolant water drains
- Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler
Exhaust System
- Dry exhaust manifold
- Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection
Fuel System
- Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
- Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
- Duplex Fuel filters
Instrumentation
- CAT Alarm & Protection System
Lube System
- Oil pump, gear driven
- 3 element oil cooler, engine mounted
- Duplex centrifugal oil filter, engine mounted
Lube Systems
- Oil pump, gear driven
- Wet sump
- Prelube pump - air / electric
- Crankcase explosion relief valves
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