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740 GC

Three Axle Articulated Trucks

The Cat 740 GC with a 22.7 m³ (29.7 yd³)/36.3 tonne (40 ton) capacity, offers reliability, durability and efficient performance, including the latest, world-class operator’s station found on other Cat Articulated Trucks.<br>The 740 GC offers a highly efficient value proposition within the 40 ton AT size class. Automated, assisted and intuitive controls bring Safety and Ease of Operation to the forefront – helping reduce operator workload and training. Ideally matched to popular loading tools, the 740 GC is a productive machine in any fleet.

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Engine Model Cat® C15
Bore 137 mm
Stroke 171.5 mm
Displacement 15.2 l

Availability Ready Stock Estimated delivery : 2 - 3 weeks

OVERVIEW

Reliable Productivity

FEATURES & BENEFITS

MAXIMIZE PERFORMANCE

Every Tier 2/Stage II or Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent Cat engine is equipped with a combination of proven electronic, fuel, air and aftertreatment components. The right t... Read more

AUTOMATIC CONTROLS

    Advanced Automatic Traction Control (AATC) proactively applies inter- and cross-axle differential locks ‘on-the-go.’ Operators are freed from thi... Read more

HEAVY DUTY CONSTRUCTION

    All three axles promote stability using oscillating a-frames with lateral tie rods. Operate at productive speeds with confidence while virtually... Read more

OPERATOR COMFORT AND CONTROL

Spacious cab delivers comfort all shift long and is 7dB quieter than prior model.Unique combination hoist/transmission lever is intuitive and enhances cycle times with fe... Read more

BUILT TO PERFORM

    Box section front frame absorb is stiff to handle torque loads. Frame design decreases stress at the hitch and optimizes suspension geometry. &nb... Read more

TECHNOLOGY THAT GETS WORK DONE

Cat Product Link wirelessly connect you to your equipment, giving you valuable insight into how your machine or fleet is performing. The system tracks location, hours, fu... Read more

BECAUSE UPTIME COUNTS

Caterpillar design, manufacturing and customer service help ensure peak performance and uptime.Long service intervals keep your machine operating.Lubrication points are g... Read more

MORE SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

Caterpillar designs and functions with great concern for the environment.Cat C18 engine incorporates the Cat Clean Emission Module (CEM) to meet Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emi... Read more

BUILT-IN SAFETY FEATURES

Seat belt in use indicator (four-point seat belt available as an option)Operator presence detection (prevents gear engagement when operator is not seated)Additional mirro... Read more

SPECIFICATIONS FOR 740 GC

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Engine
Engine Model Cat® C15
Bore 137 mm
Stroke 171.5 mm
Displacement 15.2 l
Emissions The C15 engine emits either Tier 2/Stage II or Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent emissions.
Net Power - SAE J1349 324 kW
Net Power - ISO 14396 330 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995 335 kW
Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995) 2320 N·m
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349) 2264 N·m
Peak Engine Torque Speed 1200 r/min
No Engine De-rating Below 3050 m
Engine Model - Either U.S. EPA Tier 2/EU Stage II or U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA equivalent Cat C15
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 (1) The power ratings apply at rated speed of 1,700 rpm when tested under the conditions for the specified standard.
Note (3) Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 324 kW (434 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.
Weights
Rated Payload 36.3 t
Body Capacities
Heaped (SAE 2:1) 22.7 m³
Struck 17 m³
Tailgate Heaped SAE 2:1 24.4 m³
Tailgate Struck 17.9 m³
Transmission
Forward - 1 6.4 km/h
Forward - 2 8.5 km/h
Forward - 3 11.5 km/h
Forward - 4 14.8 km/h
Forward - 5 19.7 km/h
Forward - 6 24 km/h
Reverse - 1 6.8 km/h
Forward - 9 57.5 km/h
Forward - 7 33.1 km/h
Reverse - 2 15.7 km/h
Forward - 8 39.8 km/h
Sound Levels
Interior Cab 72 dB(A)
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.
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 72 dB(A), for the cab offered by Caterpillar, when properly installed and maintained and tested with the doors and windows closed.
Operating Weights
Rear Axle - Loaded 23020 kg
Center Axle - Empty 6709 kg
Center Axle - Rated Load 16534 kg
Total - Loaded 68257 kg
Front Axle - Loaded 21994 kg
Front Axle - Rated Load 3233 kg
Rear Axle - Rated Load 16534 kg
Total - Empty 31956 kg
Total - Rated Load 36301 kg
Rear Axle - Empty 6486 kg
Center Axle - Loaded 23243 kg
Front Axle - Empty 18761 kg
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank 550 l
Cooling System 90 l
Engine Crankcase 52 l
Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System 140 l
Brake Cooling Tank 67 l
Final Drive - Each 5 l
Transmission - OTG 75 l
Axles - Each 60 l
Body Hoist
Raise Time 12 s
Lower Time 12 s
Steering
Lock to Lock 4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm
Standards
Brakes ISO 3450 – 2011
Cab - FOPS ISO 3449 Level II – 2005
Cab - ROPS ISO 3471 – 2008
Steering ISO 5010 – 2007
Body Plate
Type High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel
Turning Circle
Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right 45°
Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width 5595 mm
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius 3960 mm
Note Dimensions are for machines equipped with 29.5 R25 tires.
Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius 8395 mm
Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius 7698 mm
Body Plate Thickness
Side Plates 11 mm
Front Plate 7 mm
Base Plate 13 mm
Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching
Note An optimum system match gives you a major productivity advantage. The 740 GC is an excellent match for the Cat 374F and 352F Hydraulic Excavators; and Cat 972M, 966M, and 962M Wheel Loaders. Having matched loading and hauling tools results in increased production and lower system costs per unit of volume moved.
Wheel Loader: 966M - Passes 4–5
Hydraulic Excavator: 352F - Passes 5–6
Wheel Loader: 972M - Passes 3
Wheel Loader: 962M - Passes 5
Hydraulic Excavator: 374F - Passes 3–4

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