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740 EJ Articulated Truck

At a glance data:

Engine Model:
Cat® C18
Bore:
5.7in
Rated Payload:
42ton (US)
Heaped (SAE 2:1):
30.1yd³
740 EJ Articulated Truck

Overview

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.

Engine

Engine Model:
Cat® C18
Bore:
5.7in
Stroke:
7.2in
Displacement:
1106in³
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011:
496hp
Engine Model - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Korea Tier 4 Final:
Cat C18
Net Power - ISO 14396:
504hp
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014:
511hp

Weights

Rated Payload:
42ton (US)

Body Capacities

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

Transmission

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

Sound Levels

Interior Cab:
72dB(A)

Operating Weights

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

Body Plate

Type:
High Strength Brinell HB450 Wear Resistant Steel

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank:
145.3gal (US)
Cooling System:
23.7gal (US)
Engine Crankcase:
13.7gal (US)
Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System:
36.9gal (US)
Transmission - OTG:
19.8gal (US)
DEF Tank:
5.3gal (US)
Brake Cooling Tank:
17.7gal (US)

Steering

Lock to Lock:
4.8 seconds @ 60 rpm

Standards

Brakes:
ISO 3450 – 2011
Cab - FOPS:
ISO 3449 Level II – 2005
Cab - ROPS:
ISO 3471 – 2008
Steering:
ISO 5010 – 2007

Turning Circle

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

Transmission

Forward - 8:
23.5mile/h

Engine

Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349):
1887ft·lbf

Blade Eject/Retract

Retract (manual):
21s

Engine

No Engine De-rating Required Below:
10000ft

Service Refill Capacities

Axles - Each:
15.8gal (US)

Transmission

Forward - 9:
34mile/h

Body Plate

Chute:
0.55in

Engine

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):
1931ft·lbf

Service Refill Capacities

Final Drive - Each:
1.3gal (US)

Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching

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.

Sound Levels

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.

Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching

Wheel Loader: 972 - Passes:
4–5

Body Plate

Front:
0.28in

Engine

Note (1):
The power ratings apply at rated speed of 1,700 rpm when tested under the conditions for the specified standard.

Body Plate

Side:
0.43in

Blade Eject/Retract

Eject (manual):
17s

Engine

Peak Engine Torque Speed:
1200r/min

Sound Levels

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.

Blade Eject/Retract

Eject (automatic):
16s
Retract (automatic):
21s

Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching

Wheel Loader: 982 - Passes:
4

Engine

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.

Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching

Hydraulic Excavator: 374 - Passes:
5
Hydraulic Excavator: 390 - Passes:
4
Wheel Loader: 980 - Passes:
4–5

Body Plate

Base:
0.55in

Engine

Emissions:
The 740 EJ meets Tier 4 Final and Stage V emission standards.

Standard Equipment

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

Optional Equipment

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