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740 GC Articulated Truck

At a glance data:

Engine Model:
Cat® C15
Bore:
5.4in
Rated Payload:
40ton (US)
Heaped (SAE 2:1):
29.7yd³
740 GC Three Axle Articulated Truck

Overview

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. 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.

Category:
Three Axle Articulated Trucks

Brand:
Caterpillar

Engine

Engine Model:
Cat® C15
Gross Power (SAE J1995):
452hp
Net Power (SAE J1349):
439hp
Engine Power (ISO 14396):
447hp
Bore:
5.4in
Stroke:
6.75in
Displacement:
926in³
Note (1):
Advertised power is tested at 1,700 rpm.
Note (2):
Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Note (3):
The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, aftertreatment, and fan at minimum speed.
Note (4):
Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 327 kW (439 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.
Note (5):
The C15 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
Note (6):
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) used in Cat selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems must meet the requirements outlined in 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:
10000ft
Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995):
1711lbf·ft
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349):
1670lbf·ft
Peak Engine Torque Speed:
1200r/min

Weights

Rated Payload:
40ton (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 contains 1.1 kg (2.4 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.716 metric tonnes (1.891 tons).

Body Capacities

Heaped (SAE 2:1):
29.7yd³
Struck:
23.2yd³
Tailgate Heaped SAE 2:1:
32yd³
Tailgate Struck:
24.4yd³

Transmission

Forward - 1:
4mile/h
Forward - 2:
5.3mile/h
Forward - 3:
7.3mile/h
Forward - 4:
9.2mile/h
Forward - 5:
12.2mile/h
Forward - 6:
14.9mile/h
Forward - 7:
20.6mile/h
Forward - 8:
24.7mile/h
Forward - 9:
35.7mile/h
Reverse - 1:
4.2mile/h
Reverse - 2:
9.8mile/h

Sound Levels

Interior Cab:
72dB(A)
Note (1):
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 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:
43200lb
Center Axle - Empty:
14804lb
Rear Axle - Empty:
14562lb
Total - Empty:
72565lb
Front Axle - Rated Load:
7002lb
Center Axle - Rated Load:
36513lb
Rear Axle - Rated Load:
36513lb
Total - Rated Load:
80027lb
Front Axle - Loaded:
50201lb
Center Axle - Loaded:
51317lb
Rear Axle - Loaded:
51074lb
Total - Loaded:
152593lb

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:
145.3gal (US)
Cooling System:
23.7gal (US)
Brake Cooling Tank:
17.7gal (US)
Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System:
36.9gal (US)
Engine Crankcase:
13.7gal (US)
Transmission - OTG:
19.8gal (US)
Final Drive - Each:
1.3gal (US)
Axles - Each:
15.8gal (US)
DEF Tank:
6.5gal (US)

Body Hoist

Raise Time:
12s
Lower Time:
12s

Standards

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

Turning Circle

Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right:
45°
Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius:
303in
Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius:
330in
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius:
156in
Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width:
220in
Note:
Dimensions are for machines equipped with 29.5 R25 tires.

Steering

Lock to Lock:
4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm

Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching

Hydraulic Excavator: 374 - Passes:
3-4
Hydraulic Excavator: 352 - Passes:
5-6
Wheel Loader: 972 - Passes:
3
Wheel Loader: 966 - Passes:
4-5
Wheel Loader: 962 - Passes:
5
Note:
An optimum system match gives you a major productivity advantage. The 740 GC is an excellent match for the Cat 374 and 352 Hydraulic Excavators; and Cat 972, 966, and 962 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

  • Heater and defroster with four-speed fan
  • Mirrors: exterior
  • Glass windows:
    – Front, laminated and tinted
    – Sides and rear, toughened and tinted
  • Liquid Crystal Display (LCD):
    – Alert indicator
    – Selected gear and direction
    – Speed or auto shift
    – Operation and Maintenance Manual (OMM)
    – Primary steering failure (warning)
    – Seat belt warning
    – Secondary steering failure
    – Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration filter
    – Secondary steering energy source engaged
    – Hour meter
    – Retarder active
  • 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
    – Transmission fault
    – Traction control system
    – Check engine lamp
  • Storage:
    – Cup holder
    – Flask receptacle (under the secondary seat)
    – Under seat storage
    – Door pocket
    – Behind seat storage
    – Coat hook
  • Windows (tinted) opening both sides
  • Seats:
    – Operator: fully adjustable, air suspension, retractable lap belt
    – Trainer: padded with retractable lap belt
  • Combined gear selection and hoist control lever
  • Sun visor
  • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
  • Secondary steering – electro hydraulic
  • Touchscreen display incorporating the rearview camera video feed
  • Air conditioning
  • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed, intermittent (front)

technology

  • Cat Detect with Stability Assist
  • Product Link Cellular PLE643

electrical and lighting

  • Batteries (two) maintenance free
  • Main disconnect switch
  • Remote starting receptacle (cables not included)
  • Electrical system: 24-volt, 10A 24- to 12-volt converter
  • 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
  • Horn

powertrain

  • Dual circuit oil immersed, enclosed brakes – all wheels
  • Clean Emission Module (CEM) and exhaust aftertreatment package
  • CX38 Transmission
  • Auto shift nine-speed forward and two reverse transmission
  • Three axle, six-wheel drive
  • Cat C15 engine
  • Retarder: engine compression brake and hydraulic
  • Differentials: standard with automatic clutched inter- and cross-axle differential locks

safety

  • Rearview camera
  • ROPS/FOPS cab
  • Reverse alarm

guards

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

other standard equipment

  • S·O·S sampling valves
  • Vandalism protection: lockable caps
  • Mud flaps: wheel arch and body mounted with transportation tiebacks
  • Tires, six 29.5 R25
  • Sound suppression (standard in some countries*)
    -*EFTA countries are EU countries plus Iceland, Norway, Lichtenstein, Switzerland, Türkiye and UK.

Optional Equipment

note

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

operator environment

  • Operator seat belt, four-point
  • Window blinds
  • Mirrors, heated motorized
  • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed (rear)
  • Radio, Bluetooth® stereo system
  • Seat, heated/cooled
  • Infrared glass – high ambient cab

technology

  • Machine Security System (MSS)
  • Product Link Dual PLE683
  • Cat® Payload monitoring system

electrical and lighting

  • Ether start
  • Flashing LED beacon
  • Cold weather start attachment
  • Engine block heater
  • Roof mounted LED work lights

optional equipment

  • Body liners
  • Cold weather coolant –51° C (–60° F)
  • Scissor tailgate
  • Bare chassis (no body) standard wheel base
  • Wheel chocks
  • Fast fuel fill
  • Exhaust heated body
  • Fuel additive – anti-waxing
  • Bare chassis (no body) long wheel base
  • Auto lube installation for automatic greasing of bearings