C280-8

SPECS SUMMARY

Power Range	3084-4023 bhp (2300-3000 bkW)
Speed Range	900 - 1000 rpm
Emissions	IMO II, IMO III/EPA Tier 4
Aspiration	TA

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.

Specifications

Power Range	3084-4023 bhp (2300-3000 bkW)
Speed Range	900 - 1000 rpm
Emissions	IMO II, IMO III/EPA Tier 4
Aspiration	TA
Bore	11 in (280 mm)
Stroke	11.8 in (300 mm)
Displacement	9031 in³ (148 l)
Rotation from Flywheel End	Counterclockwise or clockwise
Configuration	In-line 8, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Height	104 in (2642 mm)
Dry Weight	41800 lb (19000 kg)
Width	71 in (1803 mm)
Length	195 in (4953 mm)

Benefits and Features

A3 ECU

• CAN J1939 data link • Waterproof connectors • Maintenance-free • Backup ECU for redundant governing

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