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730 Articulated Truck

At a glance data:

Engine Model:
Cat® C13B
Bore:
5.1in
Rated Payload:
31ton (US)
Heaped (SAE 2:1):
23yd³
730 Three Axle Articulated Truck

Overview

Haul more, dump more with the Cat® 730 articulated truck. With a 31-ton (28-tonne) payload capacity, it’s designed to boost productivity—especially on compact jobsites. Pass-matched with Cat excavators and loaders, you can move more material efficiently and with less effort.

Category:
Three Axle Articulated Trucks

Brand:
Caterpillar

Engine

Engine Model:
Cat® C13B
Gross Power (SAE J1995):
375hp
Net Power (SAE J1349):
367hp
Engine Power (ISO 14396):
370hp
Bore:
5.1in
Stroke:
6.2in
Displacement:
762.8in³
Note (1):
Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Note (2):
Advertised power is tested at 1,800 rpm.
Note (3):
Net power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, muffler, and fan at minimum speed.
Note (4):
Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 274 kW (367 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.
Note (5):
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014, and Korea Stage V emission standards.
Note (6):
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) used in Cat SCR systems must meet the requirements outlined in ISO 22241-1:2006. ISO 22241-1 requirements are met by many brands of DEF, including those that carry the AdBlue or API certifications.
No Engine De-rating Below:
12500ft
Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995):
1579lbf·ft
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349):
1554lbf·ft
Peak Engine Torque Speed:
1200r/min

Weights

Rated Payload:
31ton (US)

Body Capacities

Heaped (SAE 2:1):
23yd³
Struck:
18.2yd³
Tailgate Heaped SAE 2:1:
24.6yd³
Tailgate Struck:
19.1yd³

Transmission

Forward - 1:
5mile/h
Forward - 2:
9mile/h
Forward - 3:
14mile/h
Forward - 4:
21mile/h
Forward - 5:
29mile/h
Forward - 6:
34mile/h
Reverse - 1:
6mile/h

Sound Levels

Note (1):
The declared dynamic operator sound pressure level is 70 +/- 1 when ISO 6396:2008 is used to measure the value for an enclosed cab. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the cooling fan’s maximum speed. The sound level may vary at different cooling fan speeds. The measurement was conducted with the cab doors and the cab windows closed. The cab was properly installed and maintained.
Note (2):
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 - Empty:
31658lb
Center Axle - Empty:
10340lb
Rear Axle - Empty:
9833lb
Total - Empty:
51831lb
Front Axle - Rated Load:
7165lb
Center Axle - Rated Load:
27282lb
Rear Axle - Rated Load:
27282lb
Total - Rated Load:
61729lb
Front Axle - Loaded:
38823lb
Center Axle - Loaded:
37622lb
Rear Axle - Loaded:
37115lb
Total - Loaded:
113560lb

Body Plate

Type:
High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel

Body Plate Thickness

Front Plate:
0.28in
Base Plate:
0.51in
Side Plates:
0.43in

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank:
106gal (US)
DEF Tank:
9gal (US)
Cooling System:
22gal (US)
Hydraulic System:
32gal (US)
Engine Crankcase:
11.4gal (US)
Transmission:
12.4gal (US)
Final Drives/Differential:
33gal (US)
Output Transfer Gear Box:
7gal (US)

Body Hoist

Raise Time:
12s
Lower Time:
8s

Standards

Brakes:
ISO 3450:2011
Cab - FOPS:
ISO 3449:2005 Level II
Cab - ROPS:
ISO 3471:2008
Steering:
ISO 5010:2019

Turning Circle

Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right:
45°
Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius:
294in
Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius:
318in
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius:
153in
Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width:
210in
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: 350/352 - Passes:
4-5
Hydraulic Excavators: 336 - Passes:
5-6
Wheel Loaders: 972/972 XE - Passes:
3-4
Wheel Loaders: 966/966 XE - Passes:
4
Wheel Loader: 962 - Passes:
4-5
Wheel Loader: 950 - Passes:
5
Note:
An optimum system match gives you a major productivity advantage. The 730 is an excellent match for the Cat 350/352 and 336 Hydraulic Excavators and Cat 972, 966, 962, and 950 Wheel Loaders. Having matched loading and hauling tools results in increased production and lower system costs per unit of volume moved.

Standard Equipment

note

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

operator environment

  • Sun visor
  • Touchscreen display incorporating the rearview camera video feed
  • Adjustable air vents
  • 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
  • Seats:
    – Operator: fully adjustable, air suspension
    – Trainer: padded with lap belt
  • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed, intermittent (front)
  • 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
  • Mirrors: exterior
  • Secondary steering – electro hydraulic
  • Air conditioning
  • Glass windows:
    – Front, laminated and tinted
    – Sides and rear, toughened and tinted
  • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
  • Combined gear selection and hoist control lever
  • Storage:
    – Cup holder
    – Flask receptacle
    – Under seat storage
    – Door pocket
    – Behind operator seat storage
    – Coat hook
  • Windows opening both sides, tinted
  • Retractable belt: Operator seat and second seat
  • Heater and defroster with four-speed fan

technology

  • Cat® Detect with Stability Assist
  • Product Link Cellular PLE643

electrical and lighting

  • Electrical system: 24-volt, 10A 24- to 12-volt converter
  • 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
  • Main disconnect switch
  • Batteries (two) maintenance free

powertrain

  • CX31 transmission
  • Dual circuit oil immersed, enclosed brakes – all wheels
  • Retarder: engine compression brake
  • Auto shift six-speed forward and single-speed reverse transmission
  • Differentials: standard with automatic clutched inter- and cross-axle differential locks
  • Clean Emission Module (CEM) and exhaust aftertreatment package
  • Cat C13B engine
  • Three axle, six-wheel drive

safety

  • Rollover protective structure/falling objects protective structure (ROPS/FOPS) cab
  • Reverse alarm
  • Rearview camera

guards

  • Radiator
  • Rear window
  • Front dump body spill guard, integral part of fabricated body
  • Crankcase

other standard equipment

  • S·O·S sampling valves
  • Tires, six 23.5R25, radial
  • Mud flaps: wheel arch and body mounted with transportation tiebacks
  • Sound suppression (standard in some countries*)
    *Countries are EU countries plus Iceland, Norway, Lichtenstein, Switzerland, Türkiye and UK.
  • Vandalism protection: lockable caps

Optional Equipment

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 monitoring system
  • Operator Coaching
  • 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) long wheel base
  • Bare chassis (no body) standard wheel base
  • Body liners
  • Cold weather coolant –51° C (–60° F)
  • Exhaust heated body
  • Fuel additive – anti-waxing
  • Wheel chocks
  • Tires, six 750/65R25, radial
  • Fast fuel fill
  • Scissor tailgate