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Cat
C280-8 Generator Set (Medium Speed)
Maximum Rating
2420 ekW (60Hz), 3250 kVA (50Hz)
2420 ekW (60Hz), 3250 kVA (50Hz)
Minimum Rating
2200 ekW (60Hz), 2938 kVA (50Hz)
2200 ekW (60Hz), 2938 kVA (50Hz)
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EPA Tier 4 Final, IMO Tier 2
EPA Tier 4 Final, IMO Tier 2
Overview
Producing reliable power from 2200 to 2420 ekW at 60 Hz and 2938 to 3250 kVA at 50 Hz, our C280-8 diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. We’ve designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. The generator set can be configured to meet IMO/EPA Tier 2 or EPA Tier 4 Final.
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Specifications
Generator Set Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Rating | 2420 ekW (60Hz), 3250 kVA (50Hz) 2420 ekW (60Hz), 3250 kVA (50Hz) |
| Minimum Rating | 2200 ekW (60Hz), 2938 kVA (50Hz) 2200 ekW (60Hz), 2938 kVA (50Hz) |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | EPA Tier 4 Final, IMO Tier 2 EPA Tier 4 Final, IMO Tier 2 |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz 50 / 60 Hz |
| Speed | 900 / 1000 rpm 900 / 1000 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Prime, Continuous Prime, Continuous |
Engine Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine Model | C280-8, I-8,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel C280-8, I-8,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel |
| Bore | 11 in 280 mm |
| Stroke | 11.8 in 300 mm |
| Displacement | 9064 in³ 148 l |
| Compression Ratio | 13:01 13:01 |
| Aspiration | TA TA |
| Fuel System | Direct unit injection Direct unit injection |
| Governor Type | Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS) Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS) |
Generator Set Dimensions
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Length – Maximum | 404 in 10261.7 mm |
| Width – Maximum | 99.62 in 2530.3 mm |
| Height – Maximum | 156.6 in 3977.7 mm |
| Dry Weight – Genset (maximum) | 91050 lb 41390 kg |
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
- Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
- Turbocharger, watercooled (720 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
- Air inlet shutoff
Cooling System
- Engine coolant water drains
- Jacket water thermostats
- Water temperature regulator
Exhaust System
- Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
- 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
- Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
Fuel System
- Simplex or duplex
Generator System
- Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer
Governor System
- UG Actuator
Lube System
- Oil filler and dipstick
- Crankcase explosion relief valves
- Oil pressure regulating valve
- Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
- Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
- Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
Mounting System
- Engine and generator mounting
- Damper, torsional vibration
Starting / Charging System
- Air silencer
- Vane type air starter
- One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
- Line group for single point custom connection
General:
- Paint, Caterpillar yellow
- Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/Aftercooler/Oil cooler water
Optional Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner louver assembly
- Boost control valve
- Soot filter
- Vertical support bracket
- Heavy duty air cleaner
- Air inlet adapter
Cooling System
- Heating aids
- Auxiliary water pump
- Cooling system aids
- Expansion tank
Exhaust System
- Weld flange and related hardware
- Flexible exhaust fittings
Fuel System
- Fuel priming pump
- Fuel system connections
- Duplex primary fuel strainer
Generator System
- 3 Phase, six Leads, WYE
- Class F insulation
- Busbar connections
- Winding temperature detectors
- Anti-condensation space heaters
Governor System
- Battery backup/power supply
- EGB actuator
- 2301 A load share
- Electronic/actuators
- Digital programmers
- 723 Plus
Lube System
- Oil pan drain valve
- Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)
Mounting System
- Spring type vibration isolators
- Isolator
- Vertically restrained
- Non-vertically restrained
Starting / Charging System
- Pressure reducing valve
- Compressed air flex hose
General:
- Custom paint colors