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.

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Features

  • 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

Specifications

Units for specifications

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 11.0 in 280 mm
Stroke 11.8 in 300 mm
Displacement 13,456 in³ 222 l
Rotation from Flywheel End Clockwise or Counterclockwise
Configuration V 12, 4-Stroke Cycle diesel

Dimensions & Weights

Width 80.0 in 2032.0 mm
Height 134.0 in 3404.0 mm
Length 182 in 4623.0 mm
Dry Weight 57276.0 lb 25980.0 kg

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
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