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Cat C280-8 Propulsion Engine

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Cat C280-8 Propulsion Engine

Building on the durability and reliability of the C280 engine platform, Caterpillar is pleased to offer the C280-8 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.All C280-8 engines ratings are IMO II compliant. Engines rated at 2460 bkW and 2710 bkW, with aftertreatment, are IMO III/EPA Tier 4 compliant.

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Power Range3084-4023 bhp (2300-3000 bkW)

Speed Range900 - 1000 rpm

EmissionsIMO II, IMO III/EPA Tier 4

AspirationTA

Bore11in

Stroke11.8in

Displacement9031in³

Rotation from Flywheel EndCounterclockwise or clockwise

ConfigurationIn-line 8, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel

Height104in

Dry Weight41800lb

Width71in

Length195in

Standard

LH and RH service availability

Standard

Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)

Crankcase breathers, top mounted

Single turbocharger, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated

Air inlet adapter - Straight / 90 degree / 35 degree

Standard

Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules

Rigid Wiring Harness

Aftercooler/oil cooler and jacket water pumps (gear driven)

Standard

Engine coolant water drains

Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler

Optional

Jacket Water Heaters

Standard

Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold

Standard

Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection

Optional

Exhaust manifold shielding - soft

Standard

Fuel transfer pump, gear driven

Duplex Fuel filters

Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors

Optional

SOLAS shielding

Standard

CAT Alarm & Protection System

Standard

Oil pump, gear driven

Optional

Front and rear oil pan drains

Wet sump

SOLAS shielding

Standard

2 element oil cooler, engine mounted

Duplex centrifugal oil filter - engine mounted

Prelube pump - air / electric

Standard

Crankcase explosion relief valves

Optional

Oil mist detector

Cylinder pressure relief valves

Cylinder pressure relief valves

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