Cat C280-8 Propulsion Engine

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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 Range 3084-4023 bhp (2300-3000 bkW)
    Aspiration TA
    Bore 11in
    Configuration In-line 8, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
    Displacement 9031in³
    Emissions IMO II, IMO III/EPA Tier 4
    Rotation from Flywheel End Counterclockwise or clockwise
    Speed Range 900 - 1000 rpm
    Stroke 11.8in
    Dry Weight 41800lb
    Height 104in
    Length 195in
    Width 71in

    Standard Equipment:

    • LH and RH service availability
    • 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
    • Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules
    • Rigid Wiring Harness
    • Aftercooler/oil cooler and jacket water pumps (gear driven)
    • Engine coolant water drains
    • Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler
    • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
    • Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection
    • Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
    • Duplex Fuel filters
    • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
    • CAT Alarm & Protection System
    • Oil pump, gear driven
    • 2 element oil cooler, engine mounted
    • Duplex centrifugal oil filter - engine mounted
    • Prelube pump - air / electric
    • Crankcase explosion relief valves

    Optional Equipment:

    • Exhaust manifold shielding - soft
    • Jacket Water Heaters
    • SOLAS shielding
    • Front and rear oil pan drains
    • Wet sump
    • SOLAS shielding
    • Oil mist detector
    • Cylinder pressure relief valves
    • Cylinder pressure relief valves

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