C280-16

C280-16

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) 6169-8046 bhp (4600-6000 bkW)
Speed Range 900-1000 rpm 900-1000 rpm
Emissions IMO II IMO II

Technicial Specifications

Power Rating
Power Range 6169-8046 bhp (4600-6000 bkW) 6169-8046 bhp (4600-6000 bkW)
Engine Specifications
Speed Range 900-1000 rpm 900-1000 rpm
Emissions IMO II IMO II
Aspiration TTA TTA
Bore 11 in 280 mm
Stroke 11.8 in 300 mm
Displacement 18062 in³ 296 l
Rotation from Flywheel End Counterclockwise or clockwise Counterclockwise or clockwise
Configuration Vee 16, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel Vee 16, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Dimensions & Weights
Minimum Dry Weight 62832 lb 28500 kg
Minimum Length 224 in 5690 mm
Maximum Length 224 in 5690 mm
Minimum Height 134 in 3403 mm
Maximum Height 134 in 3403 mm
Minimum Width 80 in 2032 mm
Maximum Width 80 in 2032 mm

Advantages and Features

A3 ECU

• CAN J1939 data link • Waterproof connectors • Maintenance-free • Backup ECU for redundant governing • Updated A4 ECU for 6000 bkW

Electronic Advantages:

• Load feedback • Programmable droop • Adjustable gain • Adjustable fuel/air ratio control • Histograms of engine operation • Cat Messenger display presents diagnostics and other engine parameters

Data Advantages through J1939 Link:

• Engine speed • Boost pressure • Throttle position • Fuel consumption rate • Inlet manifold temperature • Diagnostic codes and events • Configuration • Desired engine speed • Battery voltage • Engine load • Lifetime totals — engine hours, fuel burned, idle fuel, idle hours • Trip totals — average fuel rate, idle fuel, idle hours, engine hours, fuel burned, trip reset

Customer Interface Panel

• Interfaces with standard Cat® Marine Monitoring System (PLC in Price List) • Provides visual indication of ECU functionality • Accepts 4 — 20 mA or PWM remote throttle speed input • Marine alarm and protection

Electronic Unit Injectors

• “Drop-in” installation • No threaded fuel connections • High pressure inside injector only • Does not require double wall fuel lines or leak collection device • Injector synchronization not required

Standard Equipment

  • General
    • LH and RH service availability
  • Air Inlet System
    • 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
  • Control System
    • Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules
    • Rigid Wiring Harness
  • Cooling System
    • Aftercooler / Oil cooler and jacket water gear driven pumps
    • Engine coolant water drains
    • Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler
  • Exhaust System
    • Dry exhaust manifold
    • Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
    • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
    • Duplex Fuel filters
  • Instrumentation
    • CAT Alarm & Protection System
  • Lube System
    • Oil pump, gear driven
    • 3 element oil cooler, engine mounted
    • Duplex centrifugal oil filter, engine mounted
  • Lube Systems
    • Oil pump, gear driven
    • Wet sump
    • Prelube pump - air / electric
    • Crankcase explosion relief valves

Optional Equipment

  • Exhaust System
    • Exhaust manifold shielding, soft
  • Fuel System
    • SOLAS shielding
  • Lube System
    • Front and rear oil pan drains
    • SOLAS shielding
  • Protection System
    • Mounted oil mist detector
    • Cylinder pressure relief valves