C280-6 Propulsion Engine

Product Description

Building on the durability and reliability of the C280 engine platform, Caterpillar is pleased to offer the IMO II C280 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.

Power Rating

Power Range
2320-2722 bhp (1730-2030 bkW)

Engine Specifications

Speed Range
900-1000 rpm
Emissions
IMO II
Aspiration
TA
Bore
11in
Stroke
11.8in
Displacement
6773in³
Rotation from Flywheel End
Counterclockwise or clockwise
Configuration
In-line 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel

Dimensions & Weights

Dry Weight
34496lb
Length
158in
Width
71in
Height
108in

Standard Equipment

  • General
    • LH or RH service connections
  • Air Inlet System
    • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated
    • Crankcase breathers, top-mounted
    • Single turbocharger, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated
    • Air inlet adapter - Straight / 90 degree / 35 degree
  • Control System
    • Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules
    • Rigid Wiring Harness
    • Aftercooler / oil cooler and jacket water pumps (gear driven)
  • Cooling System
    • Engine coolant water drains
    • Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler
    • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
  • Exhaust System
    • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
    • Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection
    • Exhaust manifold shielding, soft
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
    • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
  • Instrumentation
    • CAT Alarm & Protection System
  • Lube System
    • Oil pump, gear driven
  • Lube Systems
    • 2 element oil cooler, engine mounted
    • Duplex centrifugal oil filter-engine mounted
    • Wet sump
    • Prelube pump - air / electric
  • Protection System
    • Crankcase explosion relief valves
  • Protection Ssystem
    • Mounted oil mist detector

Optional Equipment

  • Fuel System
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Duplex fuel filters
    • SOLAS shielding
  • Lube System
    • Front and rear oil pan drains
    • SOLAS shielding
  • Protection System
    • Cylinder pressure relief valves