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Caterpillar
C280-16 Commercial Marine Propulsion Engine
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.
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Power Rating
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Range | 6169-8046 bhp (4600-6000 bkW) 6169-8046 bhp (4600-6000 bkW) |
Engine Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| 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
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| 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 |
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