Caterpillar C280-8 Marine Auxiliary Engine
The Caterpillar C280-8 marine auxiliary engine is an I-8, 4-Stroke-Cycle-Diesel engine with a 280.0 mm (11.0 in) bore, 300.0 mm (11.8 in) stroke and 148 L (9031 in³) displacement.
The Caterpillar C280-8 marine auxiliary engine is rated at 900 RPM and rated at 3393 BHP (2530 bkW).
Caterpillar C280-8 marine auxiliary engine complies with US EPA Tier 4 / IMO III air intake is turbocharged After cooling.
As part of EMAC, Caterpillar Marine Auxiliary also offers high performance propulsion and handling solutions Engine, engine provides electronic control and mechanical, fuel common rail system for customers to choose, we provide full life cycle service for all customers, from design to ship power system supply, from installation to commissioning, from after-sales service training to spare parts supply, from Troubleshooting to Overhaul Technical Support.
Advantages of C280-8 Marine Auxiliary Engine
Configure the engine how you want it, package it yourself.
Compact engine profile with high power density.
Ease of repower with multiple cooling system options: Single circuit keel cooling /Separate ircuit keel cooling / Heat exchanger.
Clean, smooth, and quiet operations.
Advanced fuel system provides excellent fuel consumption and low smoke.
Proven core engine design with millions of operating hours.
Fewer maintenance touchpoints and longer service intervals.
Superior response time and acceleration; 12V or 24V electrical system; Gear driven jacket water pump and sea water pump for superior reliability; Maintenance free valve train with hydraulic valve lash adjusters.
No visible smoke; Common rail fuel system enables optimum combustion and low emissions; Reduced combustion noise through advanced electronic control; Closed crankcase ventilation system improves engine room cleanliness.
Technical Specifications
Basic Introduction of C280-8 Marine Auxiliary Engine
Engine Model: | C280-8 |
Engine Type: | I-8, 4-Stroke-Cycle-Diesel |
Displacement: | 148 L |
Rated Speed: | 900 RPM |
Aspiration Method: | Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA) |
Emission Standard: | IMO III |
Bore*Storke: | 280 mm (11 in)*300 mm (11.8 in) |
Packing Size(L*W*H): | 4958 * 2648 * 1804 mm |
Weight , Net Dry: | 19000 kg (41888 lb) |
Lead Time: | 15-30 Working Days |
Payment Terms: | T/T ,L/C |
General Engine Specifications of Caterpillar C280-8 Marine Auxiliary Engine | |||
Basic Engine Specifications | I-8, 4-Stroke-Cycle-Diesel | Governor | Electronic (A4 ECU) |
Displacement | 148 L (9031 in³) | Fuel System | Electronical Governor |
Rated Engine Speed | 900 RPM | Length | 4958 mm (195.2 in) |
Height | 2648 mm (104.2 in) | Width | 1804 mm (71.0 in) |
Aspiration | Turbocharged-Aftercooled | Weight, Net Dry (Max) | 19000 kg (41888 lb) |
Bore | 280 mm (11 in) | Stroke | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
Rotation (From Flywheel End) | Counterclockwise | Emission Standard | IMO III |
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System of Caterpillar C280-8 Marine Auxiliary Engine | ||
Air System | Combustion Air Inlet System | |
Intake Combustion Air Flow | 5.3 m³/min (71 bkW) | |
Intake Combustion Air Flow | 187 cfm (71 bkW) | |
Intake Combustion Air Temperature Up to | 50 °C (122 °F) | |
Engine Room Ventilation Air | ||
Heat Rejection to Atmosphere | 8.0 kW (71 bkW) | |
Heat Rejection to Atmosphere | 455 BTU/min (95 BHP) | |
Fuel System | Fuel Rate | 237 g/bkW-hr (63.4 gal/hr) |
Fuel Rate | 16.9 kg/hr (63.4 gal/hr) | |
Fuel Flow Transfer Pump | 4.1 L/min (71 bkW) | |
Fuel Pressure Static Head | ± 2.8 m (± 9.1 ft) | |
Fuel Supply Line Restriction (Max) | 10 kPa (2.9 in Hg) (1.45 PSI) | |
Fuel Temperature Transfer Pump in (Max) | 60 °C (140°F) | |
Fuel Return Line Restriction (Max) | 10 kPa (2.9 in Hg) (1.45 PSI) | |
Fuel Supply / Return Connections | 11 / 16 in O ring Face Seal (ORFS) | |
Diesel Fuel Grade | ISO-F-DMX/ISO-F-DMA/ISO | |
Exhaust System | Exhaust Gas Flow (Total) | 6.60 kg/min |
Exhaust Stack Temperature | 455 °C | |
Exhaust Stack Temperature | 851 °F | |
Engine Exhaust Connection | 63 mm (2.5 in) ID, 6 x 9 mm (0.35 in) Holes on 88.9 mm (3.5 in) PCD | |
Max Allowable System Backpressure | 15 kPa (60 in H2O) | |
Lube System | Sump Type | Isolated |
Sump Capacity (Max) | 11 L (5.55 gal) | |
Sump Capacity (Min) | 9 L (4.62 gal) | |
Oil Change Interval | 500 Hr | |
Max Installation Angle (Any Direction) | 25 Degrees | |
Max Continuous Operation Angle (Any Direction) | 25 Degrees | |
Max Intermittent Operation Angle (Any Direction) | CI-4 10W30 or 15W40 | |
Starting System | Electrical Starting Motor | 24 VDC, 12 VDC |
Cold Starting | 800 CCA [at -15 °C (5 °F) Ambient Temperature] | |
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Standard of Caterpillar C280-8 Marine Auxiliary Engine | ||||
Fuel System | 1. Fuel Transfer Pump | Exhuast System | 1. Exhuast Manifold | |
2. High-Pressure Fuel Pump | 2. Turbocharger | |||
3. Fuel Filter | 3. Exhuast Elbow | |||
Air Intake System | 1. Air Intake Manifold | Starting System | 1. Starter Motor | |
2. N/A | 2. Starter Rely | |||
Cooling System | 1. Water Pump | Power Output System | 1. Flywheel | |
2. Engine Fan | 2. Standard Flywheel Housing | |||
3. Standard Radiator | 3. N/A | |||
Lubricating System | 1. Oil Pump | Charging System | 1. Charging Alternator | |
2. Oil Filter | 2. N/A | |||
Engine Shut-Down System | 1. Engine Fuel Shut-Off Solenoidr | Engine Mounting System | 1. Engine Mouting Bracket | |
Engine Auiliary Accessories | 1. Air Compressor | |||
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Optional Accessories of Caterpillar C280-8 Marine Auxiliary Engine | ||||
Air Intake System | 1. Air Intake Pre-Heater | Exhuast System | 1. Muffler & Bellows | |
2. Air Intake Shut-Off Valve | 2. Flame Trap | |||
3. Air Filter | 3. Spark Arrestor Type Muffler & Bellows | |||
4. Air Intake Pre-Filter | 4. Dpf System | |||
5. Air Filter Alarm System | 5. N/A | |||
Fuel System | 1. Coarse Filter | Lubricating System | 1. Oil Pre-Heater | |
2. Fuel Pre-Heater | 2. N/A | |||
Starting System | 1. Manual Magnetic DC Contactor | Cooling System | 1. Silent Type Radiator | |
2. Dual Ears Flywheel Housing | 2. Plateau Radiator | |||
3. Spring Starter Motor | 3. Salt-Spray Resistant Radiator | |||
4. Air Starter Motor | 4. Coolant Pre-Heater | |||
5. Hydraulic Starter Motor | 5. Jacket Water Heater | |||
6. Manual Magnetic DC Contactor | 6. N/A | |||
Engine Auiliary Accessories | 1. Hydraulic Oil Pump | Control System | 1. Can Add Engine Monitoring System, Contro System with Wiring Harness. | |
2. Air Conditioner Compressor | 2. Can Add Self-Protection System That Integrated with Alarm System. | |||
Power Output System | 1. Clutch | Engine Mounting System | 1. Shock Absorber Pad | |
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Modifiable Components of Caterpillar C280-8 Marine Auxiliary Engine | ||||
Air Intake System | 1. Installation Position of Air Filter | Charging System | 1. 12 V Charging Alternator for 12 V Electric System | |
2. Upgrade to Heavy-Duty Type Air Fitler | 2. Explosion-Proof Charging Alternator | |||
3. N/A | 3. Upgrading to Specified Brand and Speicifications of Charging Alternator | |||
Exhuast System | 1. Water-Cooled Exhuast Manifold | Lubricating System | 1. Oil Pan Position | |
2. Water-Cooled Turbocharger | 2. Number of Dipstick | |||
3. Can Modify Installation Position and Direction of Turbocharger | 3. Position of Dipstick Can Choose From 6 Positions | |||
4. N/A | 4. Can Modify Oil Filter to Be Remote Installation | |||
Engine Shut-Down System | 1. 12 V Solenoid for 12 V Electric System | Starting System | 1. Upgrading to Specified Brand and Speicifications of Starter Motor | |
2. Explosion-Proof Solenoid | 2. 12 V Starter Motor for 12 V Electric System | |||
Fuel System | 1. Upgrade to Fuel Fitler That Integrated with Fuel Transfer Pump and Fuel Pre-Hearter | Engine Auiliary Accessories | 1. All of Auxiliary System Can Choose Specified Brands and Specifications | |
2. N/A | 2. Additional Auxiliary Systems Can Be Added for Special Applications | |||
Cooling System | 1. Can Modify Engine Fan Into Blower Fan or Suction Fan | Power Output System | 1. Can Modify Size of Flywheel Housing and Flywheel | |
2. Can Modify Central Position of Engine Cooling Fan | 2. Dual-Ear Flywheel Housing (for Twin-Starter System) | |||
3. Can Choose Type of Engine Fan From Mechanical Type or Electric Type | 3. Some of Models Can Modify Flywheel Housing Into PTO Integrated Type | |||
4. N/A | 4. Engine Have Connecting Port of PTOs, That Able to Provide Power Output | |||
Engine Mounting System | 1. Can Modify Engine Mouting Bracket | |||
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