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C280-6 Generator Set (Medium Speed)

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Generator Set Specifications

Maximum Rating 1820 ekW (60Hz), 2425 kVA (50Hz)
Minimum Rating 1650 ekW (60Hz), 2200 kVA (50Hz)
Emissions/Fuel Strategy IMO Tier 2
Frequency 50 / 60 Hz
Speed 900 / 1000 rpm
Duty Cycle Prime, Continuous

Engine Specifications

Engine Model C280-6, I-6,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore 11in
Stroke 11.8in
Displacement 111in³
Compression Ratio 13:01
Aspiration TA
Fuel System Direct unit injection
Governor Type Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum 404in
Width - Maximum 99.62in
Height - Maximum 156.6in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) 74970lb

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Air inlet shutoff
    • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
    • Turbocharger, watercooled (720 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
    • Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
    • Air inlet shutoff
    • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
    • Turbocharger, watercooled (720 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
    • Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
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  • Cooling System
    • Water temperature regulator
    • Engine coolant water drains
    • Jacket water thermostats
  • Exhaust System
    • Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
    • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
    • 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
  • Fuel System
    • Simplex or duplex
  • Generator System
    • Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer
  • Governor System
    • UG Actuator
  • Lube System
    • Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
    • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
    • Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
    • Crankcase explosion relief valves
    • Oil filler and dipstick
    • Oil pressure regulating valve
  • Mounting System
    • Damper, torsional vibration
    • Engine and generator mounting
  • Starting / Charging System
    • Vane type air starter
    • Line group for single point custom connection
    • Air silencer
    • One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
  • General:
    • Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/aftercooler/Oil cooler water
    • Paint, Caterpillar yellow

Optional Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Air inlet adapter
    • Soot filter
    • Heavy duty air cleaner
    • Boost control valve
    • Air cleaner louver assembly
    • Air cleaner
    • Vertical support bracket
  • Cooling System
    • Auxiliary water pump
    • Cooling system aids
    • Heating aids
    • Expansion tank
  • Exhaust System
    • Weld flange and related hardware
    • Flexible exhaust fittings
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel system connections
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Duplex primary fuel strainer
  • Generator System
    • Class F insulation
    • 3 Phase, six Leads, WYE
    • Busbar connections
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • Anti-condensation space heaters
  • Governor System
    • 723 Plus
    • Digital programmers
    • Electronic/actuators
    • Battery backup/power supply
    • 2301 A load share
    • EGB actuator
  • Lube System
    • Oil pan drain valve
    • Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)
  • Mounting System
    • Isolator
    • Spring type vibration isolators
    • Non-vertically restrained
    • Vertically restrained
  • Starting / Charging System
    • Pressure reducing valve
    • Compressed air flex hose
  • General:
    • Custom paint colors