Diesel Generator Sets

Details

Maximum Rating
3640 ekW (60Hz), 4850 kVA (50Hz)

Minimum Rating
3300 ekW (60Hz), 4400 kVA (50Hz)

Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EPA Tier 4 Final, IMO Tier 2

Contact

Foley Equipment Sales

+1 (316) 943-4211

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Overview

C280-12

Producing reliable power from 3300 to 3640 ekW at 60 Hz and 4400 to 4850 kVA at 50Hz, our C280-12 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.

Benefits

Operating hours

at Global locations

Better Fuel Economy

Demonstrated savings

Reduction in Service Time

Two inspection ports per cylinder, segmented camshafts and individual heads ease service

Features at a Glance

Cat Diesel Engine

Cat Diesel Engine

Reliable, rugged, durable design
Field-proven in thousands of applications worldwide
Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines consistent performance and excellent fuel economy with minimum weight

Generator

Generator

Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
Industry leading motor starting capabilities
High Efficiency

Worldwide Product Support

Worldwide Product Support

Cat dealers provide extensive post-sale support including maintenance and repair agreements.
Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries. The Caterpillar S��?�O��?�S��?��?��? program cost effectively detects internal engine component condition, even the presence of unwanted fluids and combustion by-products

Full Range of Attachments

Full Range of Attachments

Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments, factory designed and tested Flexible packaging options for easy and cost effective installation

Specifications

Full Specifications

Generator Set Specifications: Maximum Rating
3640 ekW (60Hz), 4850 kVA (50Hz)

Minimum Rating
3300 ekW (60Hz), 4400 kVA (50Hz)

Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EPA Tier 4 Final, IMO Tier 2

Frequency
50 / 60 Hz

Speed
900 / 1000 rpm

Duty Cycle
Prime, Continuous

Engine Specifications: Engine Model
C280-12, V-12,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel

Bore
11 in

Stroke
11.8 in

Displacement
13524 in³

Compression Ratio
13:01

Aspiration
TA

Fuel System
Direct unit injection

Governor Type
Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)

Generator Set Dimensions: Length - Maximum
404 in

Width - Maximum
99.62 in

Height - Maximum
156.6 in

Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
112690 lb

Equipment

Standard Equipment

Air Inlet System 

Air cleaner
Air inlet shutoff
Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
Turbocharger, watercooled, engine oil lubricated
Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)

Cooling System

Front mounted turbos
Jacket water thermostats
Water temperature regulator
Engine coolant water drains
Three-bundle oil cooler

Exhaust System

457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting

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
Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
Crankcase explosion relief valves
Oil pressure regulating valve
Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers

Mounting System

Engine and generator mounting
Damper, torsional vibration

Starting / Charging System

Vane type air starter
Two motors, engine mounted at rear, on left side
Line group for single point custom connection
Air silencer

General:

Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/aftercooler/Oil cooler water
Paint, Caterpillar yellow

Optional Equipment

Air Inlet System

Boost control valve
Soot filter
Heavy duty air cleaner
Air cleaner louver assembly
Vertical support bracket
Air inlet adapter

Cooling System

Expansion tank
Heating aids
Cooling system aids
Heat exchanger for single circuit
Auxiliary water pump

Exhaust System

Weld flange and related hardware
Flexible exhaust fittings

Fuel System

Fuel priming pump
Fuel system connections
Duplex primary fuel strainer

Generator System

Anti-condensation space heaters
Winding temperature detectors
Busbar connections
Class F insulation
3 Phase, six leads, WYE

Governor System

Battery backup/power supply
Electronic/actuators
723 Plus
230 UA
EGB actuator
Digital programmers

Lube System

Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)
Oil pan drain valve

Mounting System

Spring type vibration isolators
Non-vertically restrained
Isolator
Vertically restrained

Starting / Charging System

Compressed air flex hose
Turbine type air starters
Redundant air starters
Pressure reducing valve

General:

Custom paint colors

Resources

Electric Power Ratings Guide

C280-12 Spec Sheet: 60 Hz 3640 ekW, 50Hz 4850 kVA

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