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Blade Eject/Retract
Eject (automatic)
16 sEject (manual)
17 sRetract (automatic)
21 sRetract (manual)
21 s -
Body Capacities
Heaped (SAE 2:1)
30.1 yd³Struck
23.5 yd³ -
Body Plate
Base
0.55 inChute
0.55 inFront
0.28 inSide
0.43 inType
High Strength Brinell HB450 Wear Resistant Steel -
Engine
Bore
5.7 inDisplacement
1106 in³Emissions
The 740 EJ meets Tier 4 Final and Stage V emission standards.Engine Model
Cat® C18Engine Model - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Korea Tier 4 Final
Cat C18Gross Power - SAE J1995
511 hpNet Power - ISO 14396
504 hpNet Power - SAE J1349
496 hpNo Engine De-rating Required Below
10000 ftNote (1)
The power ratings apply at rated speed of 1,700 rpm when tested under the conditions for the specified standard.Note (2)
The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, muffler and fan at minimum speed.Note (3)
Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 348 kW (467 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.Note (4)
DEF used in Cat SCR systems must meet the requirements outlined in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard 22241-1. ISO 22241-1 requirements are met by many brands of DEF, including those that carry the AdBlue or API certifications.Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995)
1931 ft·lbfPeak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349)
1887 ft·lbfPeak Engine Torque Speed
1200 r/minStroke
7.2 in -
Operating Weights
Center Axle - Empty
17095 lbCenter Axle - Loaded
57214 lbCenter Axle - Rated Load
40120 lbFront Axle - Empty
44849 lbFront Axle - Loaded
48548 lbFront Axle - Rated Load
3534 lbRear Axle - Empty
16515 lbRear Axle - Loaded
56637 lbRear Axle - Rated Load
40120 lbTotal - Empty
78623 lbTotal - Loaded
162399 lbTotal - Rated Load
83776 lb -
Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching
Hydraulic Excavator: 374 - Passes
5Hydraulic Excavator: 390 - Passes
4Note
An optimum system match gives you a major productivity advantage. Having matched loading and hauling tools results in increased production and lower system costs per unit of volume moved.Wheel Loader: 972 - Passes
4–5Wheel Loader: 980 - Passes
4–5Wheel Loader: 982 - Passes
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Service Refill Capacities
Axles - Each
15.8 gal (US)Brake Cooling Tank
17.7 gal (US)Cooling System
23.7 gal (US)DEF Tank
5.3 gal (US)Engine Crankcase
13.7 gal (US)Final Drive - Each
1.3 gal (US)Fuel Tank
145.3 gal (US)Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System
36.9 gal (US)Transmission - OTG
19.8 gal (US) -
Sound Levels
Interior Cab
72 dB(A)Note (1)
The operator sound exposure Leq (equivalent sound pressure level) measured according to the work cycle procedures specified in ANSI/SAE J1166 OCT98 is 76 dB(A), for the cab offered by Caterpillar, when properly installed and maintained and tested with the doors and windows closed.Note (2)
Hearing protection may be needed when operating with an open operator station and cab (when not properly maintained or doors/windows open) for extended periods or in noisy environments. -
Standards
Brakes
ISO 3450 – 2011Cab - FOPS
ISO 3449 Level II – 2005Cab - ROPS
ISO 3471 – 2008Steering
ISO 5010 – 2007 -
Steering
Lock to Lock
4.8 seconds @ 60 rpm -
Transmission
Forward - 1
3.8 mile/hForward - 2
5 mile/hForward - 3
7 mile/hForward - 4
8.8 mile/hForward - 5
11.6 mile/hForward - 6
14.2 mile/hForward - 7
19.6 mile/hForward - 8
23.5 mile/hForward - 9
34 mile/hReverse - 1
4 mile/hReverse - 2
9.1 mile/h -
Turning Circle
Note
Dimensions are for machines equipped with 29.5R25 tires.Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width
233 inTurning Dimensions - Clearance Radius
356 inTurning Dimensions - Inside Radius
173 inTurning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius
339 inTurning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right
45 deg -
Weights
Rated Payload
42 ton (US)
NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Air conditioning with R134A refrigerant
- Windshield wiper and washer, two speed, intermittent (front)
- Windows opening side, tinted
- Adjustable air vents
- Two seat belts, operator's retractable
- Windshield wiper and washer, two speed (rear)
- Storage:
– Cup holder
– Flask receptacle
– Under seat storage
– Door pocket
– Behind seat storage
– Coat hook - Mirrors: Extensive arrangement for improved visibility
- Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
- Sun visor
- Heater and defroster with variable speed fan
- Secondary steering – electro hydraulic
- Combined gear selection and eject control lever
- Machine operation monitoring system includes:
– Action lamp
– Engine oil pressure
– Primary steering system
– Left and right turn signal
– High beam
– Coolant temperature
– Tachometer
– Parking brake
– Fuel level
– Transmission oil temperature
– Brake system
– Transmission hold
– Hoist control
– Hydraulic system
– Charging system
– Retarder
– Transmission fault
– Traction control system
– Check engine lamp - Liquid Crystal Display (LCD):
– Alert indicator
– Selected gear and direction
– Speed or auto shift
– Review Operation and Maintenance Manual (OMM)
– Primary steering failure
– Seat belt warning
– Secondary steering failure
– DPF regeneration filter
– Machine Security System (MSS)
– Secondary steering energy source engaged
– Hour meter
– Retarder active - Window blinds
- Glass windows: laminated and tinted-front toughened and tinted-sides and rear
- Touch screen display incorporating the rearview camera video feed
- Seats:
– Fully adjustable, air suspension, heated/cooled
– Padded trainer with lap belt
CAT TECHNOLOGIES
- Product Link: PL631 (satellite) or PL641 (cellular) dependent on location and licensing agreement
- Cat Detect with Stability Assist
ELECTRICAL AND LIGHTING
- Batteries (two) maintenance free
- Electrical system: 24 volt, 5A 24- to 12-volt converter
- Horn
- Lighting Systems:
– Cab interior
– Two head lamps
– Two width marker
– Two reversing
– Work light
– Two stop/tail lights
– Front and rear direction indicators - Main disconnect switch
- Remote starting receptacle (cables not included)
POWER TRAIN
- Auto shift nine-speed forward and two reverse transmission
- Cat C18 engine
- Differentials: standard with automatic clutched inter and cross-axle differential locks
- Dual circuit oil immersed, enclosed brakes – all wheels
- Retarder: engine compression brake
- Three axle, six-wheel drive
SAFETY
- Reverse alarm
- Rearview camera
- ROPS/FOPS cab
GUARDS
- Rear window
- Radiator
- Crankcase
- Axle
- Front dump body spill guard, integral part of fabricated body
OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
- Mud flaps: wheel arch and body mounted with transportation tiebacks
- S·O·S sampling valves
- Tires, six 29.5R25, radial
- Vandalism protection: lockable caps for fuel tank and hydraulic oil tank
NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
- Auto lube installation for automatic greasing of bearings
- Body liners
- Bluetooth radio stereo system
- Cat Production Measurement payload monitoring system
- Cold weather coolant –51° C (–60° F)
- Cold weather start attachment
- Engine block heater
- Ether start
- Exhaust heated body
- Fast fuel fill
- Fender extension
- Flashing LED beacon
- Four point seat belt
- Fuel additive – anti-waxing
- Heated rearview motorized mirrors
- Machine Security System (MSS)
- Product Link Elite: PLE631 (satellite), PLE641 (cellular)
- Roof mounted High Intensity Discharge (HID) work lights
- Sound suppression
- 875/65 R29 wide tires