Cat C280-16 Marine Generator Set

Cat C280-16 Marine Generator Set

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Power Rating

Power Range
4700 - 4840 ekW

Generator Set Specifications

Frequency
50 / 60
Speed
1000 rpm (50 hz) or 900 rpm (60 hz)
Minimum Rating
4700 ekW (5875 kVA)
Maximum Rating
4840 ekW (6050 kVA)

Engine Specifications

Emissions
EPA Tier 2, IMO II
Aspiration
Turbocharged-Aftercooled
Bore
11in
Stroke
11.8in
Displacement
18062in³
Governor Type
Electronic
Fuel System
EUI
Compression Ratio 50 Hz
13.1
Compression Ratio 60 Hz
13:1
Engine Model
Vee 16, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel

Generator Set Dimensions

Length
366.7in
Width
78.3in
Height
164.1in
Weight
31000 kg/ 68343 lb (engine dry weight), 18145 kg/ 40000 lb (generator weight)

A3 ECU

Advantages

CAN J1939 data link Waterproof connectors, Maintenance-free, Backup ECU for redundant governing

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

Advantages

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

Advantages

“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: