Diesel Generator Sets

Details

Maximum Rating
4840 ekW (60Hz), 6500 kVA (50Hz)

Minimum Rating
4400 ekW (60Hz), 5875 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

C280-16

Producing reliable power from 4400 to 4840 ekW at 60 Hz and 5875 to 6500 kVA at 50Hz, our C280-16 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
4840 ekW (60Hz), 6500 kVA (50Hz)

Minimum Rating
4400 ekW (60Hz), 5875 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
C280-16, V-16,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel

Bore
11 in

Stroke
11.8 in

Displacement
18032 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)
141840 lb

Equipment

Standard Equipment

Air Inlet System 

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

Cooling System

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

Exhaust System

Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
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

Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
Oil filler and dipstick
Service Side Engine mounted on Cylinder Block Inspection Covers
Crankcase explosion relief valves
Oil pressure regulating valve

Mounting System

Damper, torsional vibration
Engine and generator mounting

Starting / Charging System

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

General:

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

Optional Equipment

Air Inlet System

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

Cooling System

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

Exhaust System

Flexible exhaust Fittings
Weld flange and related hardware

Fuel System

Duplex primary fuel strainer
Fuel system connections
Fuel priming pump

Generator System

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

Governor System

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

Lube System

Oil pan drain valve
Lube ANSI Adapter (Emergency connection)

Mounting System

Spring type vibration isolators
Vertically Restrained
Non-vertically Restrained
Isolator

Starting / Charging System

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

General:

Custom paint colors

Resources

Product Rating Guide

C280-16 Spec Sheet: 60 Hz 4840 ekW, 50Hz 6500 kVA

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