Specifications
| Fuel | diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 50.0 Hz |
| Prime power | 3880 kW |
| Emissions | NC |
| Oil capacity | 918.0 L |
| Alternator | Generator weight approx 14790 kg |
| Phase | three |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 4087×2000×4085 mm |
| Dry weight | 25980 kg |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 918.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 864.0 L |
| Displacement | 222.0 L |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Rated speed | 900 rpm |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Caterpillar C280-12| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | dual element, installed | — | |||
| Fuel filter | — | ||||
| Oil filter | — | ||||
| Coolant | 864.0 L | — | |||
| Oil | 918.0 L | — |
Service intervals
1| Item | Action | Hours | Months | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| oil | Change | 1000 hr | Deep sump oil pan — 1000 hour |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Service specifications
17| Type | Item | Value | Unit | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other | Compression Ratio | 13:1 | ||
| Other | Rated altitude @ 25°C | 150 | m | 25°C |
| Other | Rating condition (diesel 7 L and higher) | 99 kPa (29.31 in Hg) dry barometer, 25°C (77°F) | SAE J1995 inlet air standard | |
| Other | Rating condition (diesel up to 6.6 L) | 100 kPa (29.5 in Hg) total barometric pressure, 1 kPa (.295 in Hg) vapor pressure, 25°C (77°F) | ISO/TR14396 inlet air standard | |
| Other | Rating condition (gas) | 100 kPa (29.61 in Hg) and 25°C (77°F) | SAE J1349 standard | |
| Pressure | BMEP @ 100% Load | 2198 | kPa | |
| Pressure | Firing Pressure, Maximum | 17300 | kPa | |
| Speed | Low Idle Speed | 350 | rpm | |
| Speed | Mean Piston Speed | 10 | m/s | |
| Speed | Mean Piston Speed | 9 | m/s | |
| Speed | Rated Speed | 900 | rpm | |
| Speed | Rated Speed (RPM) | 1000 | rpm | Diesel Engine Technical Data |
| Speed | Rated speed | 1000 | rpm | |
| Temperature | Aftercooler Water | 32 | °C | |
| Temperature | Aftercooler water temperature | 32 | °C | |
| Temperature | Jacket Water Outlet | 90 | °C | |
| Temperature | Jacket water outlet temperature | 90 | °C |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Recommended fluids
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coolant | Cat DEAC | Diesel; 3,000 Service Hours or Three Years; annual S·O·SSM Level 2 coolant sampling and analysis | |||
| Coolant | Cat ELC | Diesel; 12,000 Service Hours or Six Years; add Cat ELC Extender at 6,000 service hours or one half of service life; annual S·O·SSM Level 2 coolant sampling and analysis | |||
| Coolant | Cat NGEC | Natural Gas; 16,000 Service Hours or Three Years; use interval that occurs first | |||
| Engine oil | Cat NGEO | Natural Gas | |||
| Engine oil | Cat Arctic DEO SYN SAE 0W-30 | -40°C to 30°C | Engine Crankcase; Industrial Engines | ||
| Engine oil | Cat DEO SYN SAE 5W-40 | -30°C to 50°C | Engine Crankcase; Industrial Engines | ||
| Engine oil | Cat DEO SAE 10W-30 | -18°C to 40°C | Engine Crankcase; Industrial Engines | ||
| Engine oil | Cat DEO SAE 15W-40 | -9°C to 50°C | Engine Crankcase; Industrial Engines | ||
| Fuel | LCV = 42700 kJ/kg | MaK technical data; without engine-driven pumps, tolerance 5% | |||
| Fuel | 35 API distillate | Lower heating value 42,780 kJ/kg; used at 29°C with density 838.9 g/liter | |||
| Fuel | 35 degrees API | Lower heating value 18,390 BTU/lb (42,780 kJ/kg) when used at 84.2 F (29 C) where the density is 7.001 lb/U.S. gal (838.9 g/L) | |||
| Fuel | 35° API gravity at 60°F (16°C) | LHV 18,390 Btu/lb (42 780 kJ/kg) | Fuel at 85°F (29°C) weighing 7.001 lbs/U.S. gal (838.9 g/liter) | ||
| Fuel | Distillate | 35 API, 16°C (60°F); LHV 42,780 kJ/kg; density 838.9 g/liter | |||
| Grease | Cat Generator Set Grease | Part Number 108-8611 |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Voltage reconnection
| Voltage | Phase | Connection | Leads | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600 | 3 | wye | 6 | two-bearing, brushless; voltage regulator optional |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Common questions
Which engine powers the Caterpillar C280-12?
The Caterpillar C280-12 is powered by the Caterpillar C280-12 engine.
What kind of fuel does the Caterpillar C280-12 run on?
The Caterpillar C280-12 runs on diesel.
What is the oil capacity of the Caterpillar C280-12?
The Caterpillar C280-12 engine in the Caterpillar C280-12 has an oil capacity of 918.0 liters.
What alternator comes on the Caterpillar C280-12?
The Caterpillar C280-12 uses a Generator weight approx 14790 kg alternator.
Parts
58model familyCompiled from this model's family documentation — may include parts for closely-related variants. Confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.
Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 100% | 4.54 | 1.2 |