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Articulated Trucks

740 EJ Articulated Truck

  • Engine Model
    Cat® C18
  • Bore
    5.7 in
  • Stroke
    7.2 in
  • Displacement
    1106 in³
Engine
Engine Model
Cat® C18
Bore
5.7 in
Stroke
7.2 in
Displacement
1106 in³
Engine Model
Cat C18 ACERT
Gross Power
511 HP
Net Power
504 HP
Net Power
496 HP
Engine Model
Cat C18
Emissions
The 740 EJ meets Tier 4 Final and Stage V emission standards.
No Engine De
10000 ft
Note
The power ratings apply at rated speed of 1,700 rpm when tested under the conditions for the specified standard.
Note
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
Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 348 kW (467 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.
Note
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 certificatio
Peak Engine Torque Gross
1931 ft·lbf
Peak Engine Torque Net
1887 ft·lbf
Peak Engine Torque Speed
1200 r/min
Weights
Rated Payload
42 ton (US)
Body Capacities
Heaped
30.1 yd³
Struck
23.5 yd³
Transmission
Forward
3.8 mile/h
Forward
5 mile/h
Forward
7 mile/h
Forward
8.8 mile/h
Forward
11.6 mile/h
Forward
14.2 mile/h
Forward
19.6 mile/h
Reverse
4 mile/h
Reverse
9.1 mile/h
Forward
23.5 mile/h
Forward
34 mile/h
Sound Levels
Interior Cab
72 dB(A)
Note
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
Note
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.
Operating Weights
Center Axle
17095 lb
Center Axle
57214 lb
Center Axle
40120 lb
Front Axle
44849 lb
Front Axle
48548 lb
Front Axle
3534 lb
Rear Axle
16515 lb
Rear Axle
56637 lb
Rear Axle
40120 lb
Total
78623 lb
Total
162399 lb
Total
83776 lb
Body Plate
Type
High Strength Brinell HB450 Wear Resistant Steel
Base
0.55 in
Chute
0.55 in
Front
0.28 in
Side
0.43 in
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank
145.3 gal (US)
Cooling System
23.7 gal (US)
Engine Crankcase
13.7 gal (US)
DEF Tank
5.3 gal (US)
Steering
36.9 gal (US)
Transmission
19.8 gal (US)
Brake Cooling Tank
17.7 gal (US)
Axles
15.8 gal (US)
Final Drive
1.3 gal (US)
Steering
Lock to Lock
4.8 seconds @ 60 rpm
Standards
Brakes
ISO 3450 – 2011
Cab
ISO 3449 Level II – 2005
Cab
ISO 3471 – 2008
Steering
ISO 5010 – 2007
Turning Circle
Note
Dimensions are for machines equipped with 29.5R25 tires.
Turning Dimensions
233 in
Turning Dimensions
356 in
Turning Dimensions
173 in
Turning Dimensions
339 in
Turning Dimensions
45 deg
Blade Eject/Retract
Eject
16 s
Eject
17 s
Retract
21 s
Retract
21 s
Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching
Hydraulic Excavator
5
Hydraulic Excavator
4
Note
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
4–5
Wheel Loader
4–5
Wheel Loader
4
  • 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