C280-12 Generator Set (Medium Speed)

C280-12 Generator Set (Medium Speed)

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Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

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Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Pricing: Contact for Pricing Why we quote: Cat® machines are often configured to your job (attachments, hydraulics, cab options) and freight/taxes can vary by location. Request a quote to get accurate pricing based on your exact setup—typically within 1–2 business days.

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Duty Cycle	Prime, Continuous
Emissions/Fuel Strategy	IMO - Tier 2
Frequency	60 Hz
Maximum Rating	4000 ekW
Minimum Rating	3300 ekW
Speed	720 & 900 rpm

Aspiration	TA
Bore	11in
Compression Ratio	13:01
Displacement	13524in³
Engine Model	3612 V-12,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Fuel System	Direct unit injection
Governor Type	Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)
Stroke	11.8in

Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)	112690lb
Height - Maximum	156.6in
Length - Maximum	404in
Width - Maximum	99.62in

Standard Equipment:

Air cleaner
Air inlet shutoff
Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
Turbocharger, watercooled, engine oil lubricated
Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)

Front mounted turbos
Jacket water thermostats
Water temperature regulator
Engine coolant water drains
Three-bundle oil cooler

457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting

Simplex or duplex

Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by Dealer

UG actuator

Oil filler and dipstick
Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
Crankcase explosion relief valves
Oil pressure regulating valve
Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication & oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers

Engine and generator mounting
Damper, torsional vibration

Vane type air starter
Two motors, engine mounted at rear, on left side
Line group for single point custom connection
Air silencer

Gear driven pumps: Fuel / Oil / Jacket water / Aftercooler / Oil cooler water
Paint, Caterpillar yellow

Optional Equipment:

Boost control valve
Soot Filter
Heavy duty air cleaner
Air cleaner louver assembly
Vertical Support Bracket
Air inlet adapter

Expansion tank
Heating aids
Cooling system aids
Heat exchanger for single circuit
Auxiliary water pump

Weld flange and related hardware
Flexible exhaust fittings

Fuel priming pump
Fuel system connections
Duplex primary fuel strainer

Anti-condensation space heaters
Winding temperature detectors
Busbar connections
Class F insulation
3 Phase, six leads, WYE

Battery backup / Power supply
Electronic / Actuators
723 Plus
230 UA
EGB actuator
Digital programmers

Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)
Oil pan drain valve

Spring type vibration isolator
Non-vertically restrained
Isolator
Vertically restrained

Compressed air flex hose
Turbine type air starters
Redundant air starters
Pressure reducing valve

Custom Paint Colors

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