C280-12

C280-12

C280-12

C280-12

DESCRIPTION

Building on the durability and reliability of the C280 engine platform, Caterpillar is pleased to offer the C280-12 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 C280-12 engines ratings are IMO II compliant. Engines rated at 3700 bkW and 4060 bkW, with aftertreatment, are IMO 3/EPA T4 compliant.Building on the durability and reliability of the C280 engine platform, Caterpillar is pleased to offer the C280-12 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 C280-12 engines ratings are IMO II compliant. Engines rated at 3700 bkW and 4060 bkW, with aftertreatment, are IMO 3/EPA T4 compliant.

Air System

Advanced combustion design uses the optimum configurations and cylinder geometry for low visible smoke

Fuel Injection and Consumption

• Optimal nozzle geometry and electronic injection control for improved fuel delivery
• Electronic governing control unit minimizes fuel consumption and monitors engine operating parameter

Durability

Durable core engine design with over 100 million operating hours and thousands of engines sold

Reliability

• Market leading power to weight ratio
• Improved part load/part speed performance
• Improved torque rise capability

Cooling System

Cold mode start strategy and programmable low idle

Worldwide Support

• Global dealer network for unparalleled support
• Ease of serviceability and maintenance

  • Standard Equipment
  • Optional Equipment
  • Specs
  • Docs

Standard Equipment

  • STANDARD EQUIPMENT
    • SOLAS Compliant hard heat shield system
    • Gear driven coolant and oil pumps
    • 50 degree vee engine block for reduced width
    • Dual A4 ECM with rigid wiring harness
    • 1.5% speed margin for waterjet specification
    • EUI fuel system
    • Duplex fuel and oil filters
    • Centrifugal oil filters
    • Centrifugal oil filters
    • Explosion relief valves
    • Air starters

Optional Equipment

  • OPTIONAL ATTACHEMENTS
    • Opposite end drive capability
    • LECP II/III Panels and CMD 5/8/13 displays
    • Marine alarm and protection system
    • MCS Certification
    • Full power stubshaft
    • Air shutoff device
    • Mechanical load sharing
    • Cold weather boost control valve
    • Auxiliary water pump
    • RH/LH service options
    • Oil Mist detector
    • Mounting feet options (fixed or resilient)
  • STANDARD EQUIPMENT
    • Air driven pre/post-lube pump
    • Six point engine mounting feet

Specs

Overview

Long Name:
C280-12
Name:
C280-12
Brand:
Caterpillar
Status:
Current

Ratings

Power Range
4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW)

Engine

Speed Range
900 - 1000 rpm
Emissions
IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required)
Aspiration
TTA
Bore
11 in / 280 mm
Stroke
11.8 in / 300 mm
Displacement
13456 in³ / 222 l
Rotation from Flywheel End
Clockwise or Counterclockwise
Configuration
V 12, 4-Stroke Cycle diesel

Dimensions & Weights

Width
80 in / 2032 mm
Height
134 in / 3404 mm
Length
182 in / 4623 mm
Dry Weight
57276 lb / 25980 kg

SEE HOW C280-12 COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.

Commercial Propulsion Engines
C280-12
C280-12
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Power Range
4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW)
Speed Range
900 - 1000 rpm
Emissions
IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required)
Aspiration
TTA
Bore
11 in / 280 mm
Stroke
11.8 in / 300 mm
Displacement
13456 in³ / 222 l
Rotation from Flywheel End
Clockwise or Counterclockwise
Configuration
V 12, 4-Stroke Cycle diesel
Selected Model
Commercial Propulsion Engines
C18
C18 ACERT Tier 3
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Power Range
454 - 803 bhp (339 - 803 bkW)
Speed Range
1800 - 2100 rpm
Emissions
EPA Tier 3 Commercial, IMO II, EU IWW, China II
Aspiration
Turbocharged - Aspirator, Twin Turbo - Aspirator
Bore
5.7 in / 145 mm
Stroke
7.2 in / 183 mm
Displacement
1106 in³ / 18.1 l
Rotation from Flywheel End
Counterclockwise
Configuration
In-line 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
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Commercial Propulsion Engines
C280-16
C280-16 Commercial Propulsion Engines
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Power Range
6169-8046 bhp (4600-6000 bkW)
Speed Range
900-1000 rpm
Emissions
IMO II
Aspiration
TTA
Bore
11 in / 280 mm
Stroke
11.8 in / 300 mm
Displacement
18062 in³ / 296 l
Rotation from Flywheel End
Counterclockwise or clockwise
Configuration
Vee 16, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
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