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C280-8 Generator Set (Medium Speed)

C280-8

Producing reliable power from 2200 to 2420 ekW at 60 Hz and 2938 to 3250 kVA at 50 Hz, our C280-8 diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. The generator set can be configured to meet IMO/EPA Tier 2 or EPA Tier 4 Final.

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Benefits

Over 200,000,000 Operating hours

at Global locations

Up to 10% Better Fuel Economy

Demonstrated savings

Over 20% Reduction in Service Time

Two inspection ports per cylinder, segmented camshafts and individual heads ease service
  • Engine Specifications
    Aspiration
    TA
    Bore
    11 in
    Compression Ratio
    13:01
    Displacement
    9064 in³
    Engine Model
    C280-8, I-8,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
    Fuel System
    Direct unit injection
    Governor Type
    Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)
    Stroke
    11.8 in
  • Generator Set Dimensions
    Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
    91050 lb
    Height - Maximum
    156.6 in
    Length - Maximum
    404 in
    Width - Maximum
    99.62 in
  • Generator Set Specifications
    Duty Cycle
    Prime, Continuous
    Emissions/Fuel Strategy
    EPA Tier 4 Final, IMO Tier 2
    Frequency
    50 / 60 Hz
    Maximum Rating
    2420 ekW (60Hz), 3250 kVA (50Hz)
    Minimum Rating
    2200 ekW (60Hz), 2938 kVA (50Hz)
    Speed
    900 / 1000 rpm
Air Inlet System
  • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
  • Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
  • Turbocharger, watercooled (720 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
  • Air inlet shutoff
Cooling System
  • Engine coolant water drains
  • Jacket water thermostats
  • Water temperature regulator
Exhaust System
  • Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
  • 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
Fuel System
  • Simplex or duplex
Generator System
  • Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer
Governor System
  • UG Actuator
Lube System
  • Oil filler and dipstick
  • Crankcase explosion relief valves
  • Oil pressure regulating valve
  • Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
  • Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
  • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
Mounting System
  • Engine and generator mounting
  • Damper, torsional vibration
Starting / Charging System
  • Air silencer
  • Vane type air starter
  • One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
  • Line group for single point custom connection
General:
  • Paint, Caterpillar yellow
  • Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/Aftercooler/Oil cooler water
Air Inlet System
  • Air cleaner louver assembly
  • Boost control valve
  • Soot filter
  • Vertical support bracket
  • Heavy duty air cleaner
  • Air inlet adapter
Cooling System
  • Heating aids
  • Auxiliary water pump
  • Cooling system aids
  • Expansion tank
Exhaust System
  • Weld flange and related hardware
  • Flexible exhaust fittings
Fuel System
  • Fuel priming pump
  • Fuel system connections
  • Duplex primary fuel strainer
Generator System
  • 3 Phase, six Leads, WYE
  • Class F insulation
  • Busbar connections
  • Winding temperature detectors
  • Anti-condensation space heaters
Governor System
  • Battery backup/power supply
  • EGB actuator
  • 2301 A load share
  • Electronic/actuators
  • Digital programmers
  • 723 Plus
Lube System
  • Oil pan drain valve
  • Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)
Mounting System
  • Spring type vibration isolators
  • Isolator
  • Vertically restrained
  • Non-vertically restrained
Starting / Charging System
  • Pressure reducing valve
  • Compressed air flex hose
General:
  • Custom paint colors

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