Diesel generator sets

C280-8

Producing reliable power from 2200 to 2420 ekW at 60 Hz and 2938 to 3250 kVA at 50 Hz, our C280-8 diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. The generator set can be configured to meet IMO/EPA Tier 2 or EPA Tier 4 Final.

  • Maximum Rating2420 ekW (60Hz), 3250 kVA (50Hz)
  • Minimum Rating2200 ekW (60Hz), 2938 kVA (50Hz)
  • Emissions/Fuel StrategyEPA Tier 4 Final, IMO Tier 2
  • Frequency50 / 60 Hz
  • Duty CyclePrime, Continuous
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Generator Set Specifications
Maximum Rating 2420 ekW (60Hz), 3250 kVA (50Hz)
Minimum Rating 2200 ekW (60Hz), 2938 kVA (50Hz)
Emissions/Fuel Strategy EPA Tier 4 Final, IMO Tier 2
Frequency 50 / 60 Hz
Speed 900 / 1000 rpm
Duty Cycle Prime, Continuous
Engine Specifications
Engine Model C280-8, I-8,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore 11 in
Stroke 11.8 in
Displacement 9064 in³
Compression Ratio 13:01
Aspiration TA
Fuel System Direct unit injection
Governor Type Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Maximum 404 in
Width - Maximum 99.62 in
Height - Maximum 156.6 in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) 91050 lb

Air Inlet System <!-- 3600 series only -->

  • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
  • Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
  • Turbocharger, watercooled (720 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
  • Air inlet shutoff

Cooling System

  • Engine coolant water drains
  • Jacket water thermostats
  • Water temperature regulator

Exhaust System

  • Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
  • 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold

Fuel System

  • Simplex or duplex

Generator System

  • Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer

Governor System

  • UG Actuator

Lube System

  • Oil filler and dipstick
  • Crankcase explosion relief valves
  • Oil pressure regulating valve
  • Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
  • Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
  • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff

Mounting System

  • Engine and generator mounting
  • Damper, torsional vibration

Starting / Charging System

  • Air silencer
  • Vane type air starter
  • One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
  • Line group for single point custom connection

General:

  • Paint, Caterpillar yellow
  • Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/Aftercooler/Oil cooler water
  • Product Rating guide
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  • C280-8 Spec Sheet: 60 Hz 2420 ekW, 50Hz 3250 kVA
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