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Description
Caterpillar C280-8 — a large medium-speed engine from the C280 platform, used in marine propulsion and power generation. 8-cylinder V configuration delivering up to 4,000 kW.
Specifications
| Cycle | 4-Stroke |
| Bore | 280 mm |
| Power Output | 4,000 kW |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Fuel Type | HFO |
Did you know
- The Caterpillar C280 series, an upgrade of the 3600 series, was introduced in January 2005. It incorporated core components from the 3600 series, including the cylinder block, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, and camshafts.
- The C280-8 is an in-line 8-cylinder engine within the C280 family, which also includes in-line 6-cylinder (C280-6) and V-12 (C280-12) configurations. The C280 series also extends to a C280-16 model.
- The C280-8 is chosen for its durability and reliability, building on the established C280 engine platform. It offers strong fuel efficiency and extended maintenance intervals, supported by Caterpillar's global parts and service network.
| Model | Configuration | Bore × Stroke (mm) | Displacement (L) | Power Range (bkW) | Speed Range (rpm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C280-8 | In-line 8, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel | 280 × 300 | 148 | 2300-3000 | 900-1000 |
| C280-6 | In-line 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel | 280 × 300 | 111 | 1730-2030 | 900-1000 |
| C280-12 | V-12, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel | 280 × 300 | 222 | 3460-4500 | 900-1000 |
Competitive Models
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Spares
- 1Cylinder Liner — page under construction
- 2Piston — page under construction
- 3Fuel Injector Nozzle — page under construction
- 4Cylinder Head / Cover — page under construction
- 5Connecting Rod — page under construction
- 6Main Bearing — page under construction
- 7Bottom-End (Crankpin / Con-Rod) Bearing — page under construction
- 8Fuel Injection Pump — page under construction
- 9Fuel Injector (Complete) — page under construction
- 10Exhaust Valve — page under construction
- 11Inlet Valve — page under construction
- 12Piston Ring Set — page under construction
- 13Crankshaft — page under construction
- 14Camshaft — page under construction
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Code map
^A A C A │ │ │ └── Model: C280-8 │ │ └───── Make: Caterpillar │ └──────── Equipment: Main Engine └─────────── System: ME, Propulsion & Steering