C280-12

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METRIC

C280-12

OVERVIEW

FEATURES AT A GLANCE

SPECIFICATIONS

PRODUCT BROCHURES AND DOWNLOADS

KEY SPECS

Power Range 4640 - 6035 bhp (3460-4500 bkW)
Speed Range 900 - 1000 rpm
Emissions IMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 4/IMO III (Cat SCR required)

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OVERVIEW

Building on the durability and reliability of the C280 engine platform, Caterpillar is pleased to offer the C280-12 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 C280-12 engines ratings are IMO II compliant. Engines rated at 3700 bkW and 4060 bkW, with aftertreatment, are IMO 3/EPA T4 compliant.

FEATURES AT A GLANCE

Air System

Advanced combustion design uses the optimum configurations and cylinder geometry for low visible smoke

Fuel Injection and Consumption

• Optimal nozzle geometry and electronic injection control for improved fuel delivery
• Electronic governing control unit minimizes fuel consumption and monitors engine operating parameter

Durability

Durable core engine design with over 100 million operating hours and thousands of engines sold

Reliability

• Market leading power to weight ratio
• Improved part load/part speed performance
• Improved torque rise capability

Cooling System

Cold mode start strategy and programmable low idle

Worldwide Support

• Global dealer network for unparalleled support
• Ease of serviceability and maintenance