Commercial Propulsion Engines

C280-16 Commercial Marine Propulsion Engine

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Overview

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.

Power Rating

Power Range
6169-7577 bhp (4600-5650 bkW)

Engine Specifications

Speed Range
900-1000 rpm
Emissions
IMO II
Aspiration
TTA
Bore
11.00 in
280.00 mm
Stroke
11.80 in
300.00 mm
Displacement
18062.00 in3
296.00 L
Rotation from Flywheel End
Counterclockwise or clockwise
Configuration
Vee 16, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel

Dimensions & Weights

Minimum Dry Weight
62832.00 lb
28500.00 kg
Minimum Length
224.00 in
5690.00 mm
Maximum Length
224.00 in
5690.00 mm
Minimum Height
134.00 in
3403.00 mm
Maximum Height
134.00 in
3403.00 mm
Minimum Width
80.00 in
2032.00 mm
Maximum Width
80.00 in
2032.00 mm

Power Rating

Power Range
6169-8046 bhp (4600-6000 bkW)

Engine Specifications

Speed Range
900-1000 rpm
Emissions
IMO II
Aspiration
TTA
Bore
11.00 in
280.00 mm
Stroke
11.80 in
300.00 mm
Displacement
18062.00 in³
296.00 l

Dimensions & Weights

Minimum Dry Weight
62832.00 lb
28500.00 kg
Minimum Length
224.00 in
5690.00 mm
Minimum Height
134.00 in
3403.00 mm
Minimum Width
80.00 in
2032.00 mm

Engine Specifications

Configuration
Vee 16, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Application
Workboat
Features

A3 ECU

• CAN J1939 data link • Waterproof connectors • Maintenance-free • Backup ECU for redundant governing • Updated A4 ECU for 6000 bkW

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

• 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

• “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
  • 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