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The Cat 740 EJ with a 23 m³ (30.1 yd³) 38 tonnes (42 tons) capacity brings a new level of operator comfort and features to the market in addition to the durability, high productivity and lower operating costs Cat Articulated Trucks are known for. The all-new operator cabin is a leap into the next generation for Articulated Trucks, providing our operators the best place to help build the future.

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Engine

Gross Power - SAE J1995
511 HP
Net Power - SAE J1349
496 HP
Bore
5.7 in
Stroke
7.2 in
Note (1)
The power ratings apply at rated speed of 1,700 rpm when tested under the conditions for the specified standard.
Displacement
1106 in²
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.
Emissions
The 740 EJ meets Tier 4 Final and Stage V emission standards.
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349)
1887 ft·lbf
Peak Engine Torque Speed
1200 r/min
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, in
Note (3)
Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 348 kW (467 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.
Engine Model
Cat® C18
Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995)
1931 ft·lbf

Service Refill Capacities

DEF Tank
5.3 gal (US)
Final Drive - Each
1.3 gal (US)
Fuel Tank
145.3 gal (US)
Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System
36.9 gal (US)
Cooling System
23.7 gal (US)
Engine Crankcase
13.7 gal (US)

Transmission

Forward - 3
7 mile/h
Forward - 4
8.8 mile/h
Forward - 5
11.6 mile/h
Forward - 6
14.2 mile/h
Forward - 7
19.6 mile/h
Forward - 1
3.8 mile/h
Forward - 2
5 mile/h
Reverse - 1
4 mile/h
Reverse - 2
9.1 mile/h

Weights

Rated Payload
42 ton (US)

Body Capacities

Heaped (SAE 2:1)
30.1 yd³
Struck
23.5 yd³

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, whe
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 – 2011
Cab - FOPS
ISO 3449 Level II – 2005
Cab - ROPS
ISO 3471 – 2008
Steering
ISO 5010 – 2007

Steering

Lock to Lock
4.8 seconds @ 60 rpm

Turning Circle

Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius
356 in
Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width
233 in
Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius
339 in
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius
173 in
Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right
45 deg
Note
Dimensions are for machines equipped with 29.5R25 tires.

Operating Weights

Center Axle - Loaded
57214 lb
Total - Rated Load
83776 lb
Rear Axle - Rated Load
40120 lb
Front Axle - Empty
44849 lb
Center Axle - Rated Load
40120 lb
Center Axle - Empty
17095 lb
Rear Axle - Loaded
56637 lb
Rear Axle - Empty
16515 lb
Front Axle - Loaded
48548 lb
Total - Loaded
162399 lb
Total - Empty
78623 lb
Front Axle - Rated Load
3534 lb

Shipping

UPC
Cat C18

Body Plate

Type
High Strength Brinell HB450 Wear Resistant Steel