Marine generator sets

C280-8

Cat C280-8 Marine Generator Set

  • Frequency50 / 60
  • Minimum Rating2200 ekW (2938 kVA)
  • Maximum Rating2600 ekW (3025 kVA)
  • Emissions/Fuel StrategyEPA Tier 2, IMO II
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Power Rating
Power Range 2200 - 2600 ekW
Generator Set Specifications
Frequency 50 / 60
Speed 1000 rpm (50 hz) or 900 rpm (60 hz)
Minimum Rating 2200 ekW (2938 kVA)
Maximum Rating 2600 ekW (3025 kVA)
Emissions/Fuel Strategy EPA Tier 2, IMO II
Engine Specifications
Aspiration Turbocharged-Aftercooled
Bore 11.0 in
Stroke 11.8 in
Displacement 9031.0 in³
Governor Type Electronic
Fuel System EUI
Compression Ratio 50 Hz 13.1
Compression Ratio 60 Hz 13:1
Engine Model In-line 8, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Generator Set Dimensions
Length 316.5 in
Width 77.2 in
Height 155.0 in
Weight - Estimated 25000.0 lb

General

  • LH and RH service availability

Air Inlet System

  • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
  • Air inlet adapter - Straight / 90 degree / 35 degree

Ain Inlet System

  • Crankcase breathers, top mounted
  • Single turbocharger, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated

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

Exhaust System

  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
  • Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection

Fuel System

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

Insturmental

  • CAT Alarm & Protection System

Lube System

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

Protection System

  • Crankcase explosion relief valves
  • C280-8 Auxiliary / DEP (2530, 2300 bkW) Tier 4 Spec Sheet
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