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Articulated Trucks

730 Articulated Truck

  • Engine Model
    Cat® C13
  • Gross Power
    375 hp
  • Gross Power
    375 hp
  • Net Power
    367 hp
Engine
Engine Model
Cat® C13
Gross Power
375 hp
Gross Power
375 hp
Net Power
367 hp
Net Power
367 hp
Net Power
370 hp
Engine Power
370 hp
Bore
5.1 in
Stroke
6.2 in
Displacement
762.8 in³
Note
Advertised power is tested at 1,800 rpm.
Note
Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
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 254 kW (341 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.
Note
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
Note
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) used in Cat SCR systems must meet the requirements outlined in ISO 22241-1. ISO 22241-1 requirements are met by many brands of DEF, including those that carry the AdBlue or API certifications.
No Engine De
12500 ft
Peak Engine Torque Gross
1579 lbf·ft
Peak Engine Torque Net
1554 lbf·ft
Peak Engine Torque Speed
1200 r/min
Engine Model
Cat C13
Emissions
The 730 meets Tier 4 Final and Stage V emission standards.
Weights
Rated Payload
31 ton (US)
Air Conditioning System
Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. • If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system c
Body Capacities
Heaped
23 yd³
Struck
17.4 yd³
Tailgate Heaped SAE 2
24.6 yd³
Tailgate Struck
18.2 yd³
Transmission
Forward
5 mile/h
Forward
9 mile/h
Forward
14 mile/h
Forward
21 mile/h
Forward
29 mile/h
Forward
34 mile/h
Reverse
6 mile/h
Sound Levels
Interior Cab
72 dB(A)
Note
The declared dynamic operator sound pressure level is 72 dB(A) when ISO 6396:2008 is used to measure the value for an enclosed cab. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum cooling fan’s speed. The sound level may vary at different cooling fa
Note
Hearing protection may be needed when operating with an open operator station and cab or when not properly maintained or with doors/windows open for extended periods or in noisy environments.
Operating Weights
Front Axle
33069 lb
Center Axle
10053 lb
Rear Axle
9568 lb
Total
52690 lb
Front Axle
7231 lb
Center Axle
27249 lb
Rear Axle
27249 lb
Total
61729 lb
Front Axle
40300 lb
Center Axle
37302 lb
Rear Axle
36817 lb
Total
114420 lb
Body Plate
Type
High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel
Body Plate Thickness
Front Plate
0.28 in
Base Plate
0.51 in
Side Plates
0.43 in
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank
108.8 gal (US)
DEF Tank
5.3 gal (US)
Cooling System
21.9 gal (US)
Hydraulic System
29.1 gal (US)
Engine Crankcase
10 gal (US)
Transmission
12.4 gal (US)
Final Drives
33 gal (US)
Output Transfer Gear Box
6.3 gal (US)
Body Hoist
Raise Time
12 s
Lower Time
8 s
Standards
Brakes
ISO 3450:2011
Cab
ISO 3449:2005 Level II
Cab
ISO 3471:2008
Steering
ISO 5010:2019
Turning Circle
Turning Dimensions
45°
Turning Dimensions
294 in
Turning Dimensions
318 in
Turning Dimensions
153 in
Turning Dimensions
210 in
Note
Dimensions are for machines equipped with 23.5R25 tires.
Steering
Lock to Lock
4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm
Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching
Hydraulic Excavators
4–5
Hydraulic Excavators
4-5
Hydraulic Excavators
5–6
Hydraulic Excavators
5-6
Wheel Loaders
3–4
Wheel Loaders
3-4
Wheel Loaders
4
Wheel Loaders
4
Wheel Loader
4–5
Wheel Loader
5
Wheel Loader
4-5
Wheel Loader
5
Note
An optimum system match gives you a major productivity advantage. The 730 is an excellent match for the Cat 349/352 and 336 Hydraulic Excavators and Cat 972, 966, 962, and 950 Wheel Loaders. Having matched loading and hauling tools results in increased pr
  • NOTE
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
    • 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
    • Combined gear selection and hoist control lever
    • Glass windows:
      – Front, laminated and tinted
      – Sides and rear, toughened and tinted
    • Secondary steering – electro hydraulic
    • Heater and defroster with four-speed fan
    • Retractable belt: Operator seat and second seat
    • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed, intermittent (front)
    • Mirrors: exterior
    • Seats:
      – Operator: fully adjustable, air suspension
      – Trainer: padded with lap belt
    • Adjustable air vents
    • Windows opening both sides, tinted
    • Liquid Crystal Display (LCD):
      – Alert indicator
      – Selected gear and direction
      – Speed or auto shift
      – Review Operation and Maintenance Manual (OMM)
      – Primary steering failure warning
      – Seat belt warning
      – Secondary steering failure warning
      – Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration filter
      – Secondary steering energy source engaged
      – Hour meter
      – Retarder active
    • Sun visor
    • Touchscreen display incorporating the rearview camera video feed
    • Storage:
      – Cup holder
      – Flask receptacle
      – Under seat storage
      – Door pocket
      – Behind operator seat storage
      – Coat hook
    • Air conditioning
  • TECHNOLOGY
    • Cat® Detect with Stability Assist
    • Product Link Cellular PLE643
  • ELECTRICAL AND LIGHTING
    • Electrical system: 24-volt, 10A 24- to 12-volt converter
    • Main disconnect switch
    • Batteries (two) maintenance free
    • Remote starting receptacle (cables not included)
    • Horn
    • Lighting systems:
      – Cab interior
      – Two head lamps
      – Two width marker
      – Two reversing
      – Work light/cab access light
      – Two stop/tail lights
      – Front and rear direction indicators
  • POWERTRAIN
    • Differentials: standard with automatic clutched inter- and cross-axle differential locks
    • Auto shift six-speed forward and single-speed reverse transmission
    • Dual circuit oil immersed, enclosed brakes – all wheels
    • Retarder: engine compression brake
    • Cat C13 engine
    • Three axle, six-wheel drive
    • CX31 transmission
    • Cat Clean Emission Module (CEM) and exhaust aftertreatment package
  • SAFETY
    • Rearview camera
    • Rollover protective structure/falling objects protective structure (ROPS/FOPS) cab
    • Reverse alarm
  • GUARDS
    • Radiator
    • Rear window
    • Front dump body spill guard, integral part of fabricated body
    • Crankcase
  • OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
    • Sound suppression (standard in EFTA*)
      *EFTA countries are EU plus Iceland, Norway, Lichtenstein, and Switzerland.
    • Tires, six 23.5R25, radial
    • Vandalism protection: lockable caps
    • Mud flaps: wheel arch and body mounted with transportation tiebacks
    • S·O·S sampling valves
  • NOTE
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Infrared glass – high ambient cab
    • Mirrors, heated motorized
    • Radio, Bluetooth® stereo system
    • Seat, heated/cooled
    • Operator, seat belt, four-point
    • Window blinds
    • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed (rear)
  • TECHNOLOGY
    • Cat Payload
    • Machine Security System (MSS)
    • Product Link Dual PLE683
  • ELECTRICAL AND LIGHTING
    • Cold weather start attachment
    • Engine block heater
    • Ether start
    • Flashing LED beacon
    • Roof mounted LED work lights
  • OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
    • Auto lube installation for automatic greasing of bearings
    • Bare chassis (no body) standard wheel base
    • Bare chassis (no body) long wheel base
    • Body liners
    • Cold weather coolant –51° C (–60° F)
    • Exhaust heated body
    • Fuel additive – anti-waxing
    • Wheel chocks
    • Fast fuel fill
    • Tires, six 750/65R25, radial
    • Scissor tailgate