C280-16 Commercial Marine Propulsion Engine

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C280-16 Commercial Marine Propulsion Engine

Power Range6169-8046 bhp (4600-6000 bkW)
Speed Range900-1000 rpm
EmissionsIMO II
AspirationTTA
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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)
Speed Range
900-1000 rpm
Emissions
IMO II
Aspiration
TTA
Bore
11in
Stroke
11.8in
Displacement
18062in³
Rotation from Flywheel End
Counterclockwise or clockwise
Configuration
Vee 16, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Minimum Dry Weight
62832lb
Minimum Length
224in
Maximum Length
224in
Minimum Height
134in
Maximum Height
134in
Minimum Width
80in
Maximum Width
80in
LH and RH service availability
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
Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules
Rigid Wiring Harness
Aftercooler / Oil cooler and jacket water gear driven pumps
Engine coolant water drains
Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler
Dry exhaust manifold
Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection
Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
Duplex Fuel filters
CAT Alarm & Protection System
Oil pump, gear driven
3 element oil cooler, engine mounted
Duplex centrifugal oil filter, engine mounted
Oil pump, gear driven
Wet sump
Prelube pump - air / electric
Crankcase explosion relief valves
Exhaust manifold shielding, soft
SOLAS shielding
Front and rear oil pan drains
SOLAS shielding
Mounted oil mist detector
Cylinder pressure relief valves
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