C280-6 Generator Set (Medium Speed)

C280-6 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.

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	Standby, Prime, Continuous
Emissions/Fuel Strategy	IMO - Tier 2
Frequency	60 Hz
Maximum Rating	2000 ekW
Minimum Rating	1650 ekW
Speed	900 rpm

Aspiration	TA
Bore	11in
Compression Ratio	13:01
Displacement	111in³
Engine Model	3606 I-6,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Fuel System	Direct unit injection
Governor Type	Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)
Stroke	11.8in

Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)	74970lb
Height - Maximum	156.6in
Length - Maximum	404in
Width - Maximum	99.62in

Standard Equipment:

Air inlet shutoff
Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
Turbocharger, watercooled (720 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
Breather, crankcase, top-mounted

Water temperature regulator
Engine coolant water drains
Jacket water thermostats

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

Simplex or Duplex

Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer

UG actuator

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

Damper, torsional vibration
Engine and generator mounting

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

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

Optional Equipment:

Air inlet adapter
Soot filter
Heavy duty air cleaner
Boost control valve
Air cleaner louver assembly
Air cleaner
Vertical support bracket

Auxiliary water pump
Cooling system aids
Heating aids
Expansion tank

Weld flange and related hardware
Flexible exhaust fittings

Fuel system connections
Fuel priming pump
Duplex primary fuel strainer

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

723 Plus
Digital programmers
Electronic / actuators
Battery backup / Power supply
2301 A load share
EGB actuator

Oil pan drain valve
Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)

Isolator
Spring type vibration isolator
Non-vertically restrained
Vertically restrained

Pressure reducing valve
Compressed air flex hose

Custom paint colors

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