740 EJ

Three Axle Articulated Trucks 740 EJ

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Key Specs

Engine Model
Cat® C18
Cat® C18
Rated Payload
42 ton (US)
38 t
Heaped (SAE 2:1)
30.1 yd³
23 m³

Overview

Equipped to handle your unique hauling needs

The Cat® 740 EJ features a world-class cab design, re-engineered using global operator feedback to advance comfort and ease of operation. Enhancements include new controls, transmission-protection features, hoist-assist system, advanced automatic traction control system, stability-assist machine rollover warning system, and a fuel saving ECO mode.

Product Specifications for 740 EJ

Engine Model Cat® C18 Cat® C18
Gross Power (SAE J1995) 511 hp 381 kW
Net Power (SAE J1349) 496 hp 370 kW
Engine Power (ISO 14396) 504 hp 376 kW
Bore 5.7 in 145 mm
Stroke 7.2 in 183 mm
Displacement 1106 in³ 18.1 l
Note (1) Advertised power is tested at 1,700 rpm. 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. 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, muffler and fan at minimum speed. 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 (4) Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 370 kW (496 hp) per the SAE reference conditions. Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 370 kW (496 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.
Note (5) Noncertified configuration that is equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 2 and EU Stage II. Noncertified configuration that is equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 2 and EU Stage II.
No Engine De-rating Required Below 10000 ft 3050 m
Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995) 1931 lbf·ft 2618 N·m
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349) 1887 lbf·ft 2558 N·m
Peak Engine Torque Speed 1200 r/min 1200 r/min
Rated Payload 42 ton (US) 38 t
Heaped (SAE 2:1) 30.1 yd³ 23 m³
Struck 23.5 yd³ 18 m³
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). 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).
Forward - 1 3.8 mile/h 6.1 km/h
Forward - 2 5 mile/h 8.1 km/h
Forward - 3 7 mile/h 11.2 km/h
Forward - 4 8.8 mile/h 14.1 km/h
Forward - 5 11.6 mile/h 18.7 km/h
Forward - 6 14.2 mile/h 22.9 km/h
Forward - 7 19.6 mile/h 31.5 km/h
Forward - 8 23.5 mile/h 37.9 km/h
Forward - 9 34 mile/h 54.8 km/h
Reverse - 1 4 mile/h 6.4 km/h
Reverse - 2 9.1 mile/h 14.6 km/h
Interior Cab 72 dB(A) 72 dB(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 maximum cooling fan’s 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. 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 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 doors/ windows open for extended periods or in noisy environments. Hearing protection may be needed when operating with an open operator station and cab or when not properly maintained or doors/ windows open for extended periods or in noisy environments.
Front Axle - Empty 44026 lb 19970 kg
Center Axle - Empty 17174 lb 7790 kg
Rear Axle - Empty 16601 lb 7530 kg
Total - Empty 77801 lb 35290 kg
Front Axle - Rated Load 3534 lb 1603 kg
Center Axle - Rated Load 40120 lb 18198 kg
Rear Axle - Rated Load 40120 lb 18198 kg
Total - Rated Load 83776 lb 37999 kg
Front Axle - Loaded 47276 lb 21444 kg
Center Axle - Loaded 57386 lb 26030 kg
Rear Axle - Loaded 56809 lb 25768 kg
Total - Loaded 161577 lb 73290 kg
Type High Strength Brinell HB450 Wear Resistant Steel High Strength Brinell HB450 Wear Resistant Steel
Front 0.28 in 7 mm
Chute 0.55 in 14 mm
Side 0.43 in 11 mm
Base 0.55 in 14 mm
Eject (manual) 17 s 17 s
Eject (automatic) 16 s 16 s
Retract (manual) 21 s 21 s
Retract (automatic) 21 s 21 s
Fuel Tank 145.3 gal (US) 550 l
Cooling System 23.7 gal (US) 90 l
Brake Cooling Tank 17.7 gal (US) 67 l
Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System 36.9 gal (US) 140 l
Engine Crankcase 13.7 gal (US) 52 l
Transmission - OTG 19.8 gal (US) 75 l
Final Drive - Each 1.3 gal (US) 5 l
Axles - Each 15.8 gal (US) 60 l
Brakes ISO 3450 – 2011 ISO 3450 – 2011
Cab - FOPS ISO 3449 Level II – 2005 ISO 3449 Level II – 2005
Cab - ROPS ISO 3471 – 2008 ISO 3471 – 2008
Steering ISO 5010 – 2019 ISO 5010 – 2019
Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right 45° 45°
Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius 339 in 8624 mm
Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius 356 in 9045 mm
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius 173 in 4413 mm
Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width 233 in 5925 mm
Note Dimensions are for machines equipped with 29.5R25 tires. Dimensions are for machines equipped with 29.5R25 tires.
Lock to Lock 4.8 seconds @ 60 rpm 4.8 seconds @ 60 rpm
Hydraulic Excavator: 390 - Passes 4 4
Hydraulic Excavator: 374 - Passes 5 5
Wheel Loader: 982 - Passes 4 4
Wheel Loader: 980 - Passes 4-5 4-5
Wheel Loader: 972 - Passes 4-5 4-5
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. 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.

740 EJ Standard Equipment

NOTE

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

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

  • Combined gear selection and eject control lever
  • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed, intermittent (front)
  • Heater and defroster with variable speed fan
  • 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
  • Glass windows: laminated and tinted-front toughened and tinted-sides and rear
  • Adjustable air vents
  • Storage:
    – Cup holder
    – Flask receptacle
    – Under seat storage
    – Door pocket
    – Behind seat storage
    – Coat hook
  • Windows opening side, tinted
  • Mirrors: exterior
  • 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
    –Secondary steering energy source engaged
    – Hour meter
    – Retarder active
  • Sun visor
  • Two seat belts, operator's retractable
  • Secondary steering – electro hydraulic
  • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
  • Air conditioning
  • Touchscreen display incorporating the rearview camera video feed
  • Seats:
    – Fully adjustable, air suspension
    – Padded trainer with lap belt

TECHNOLOGY

  • Product Link Cellular PLE643
  • 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)

POWERTRAIN

  • 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
  • Rollover protective structure/falling objects protective structure (ROPS/FOPS) cab

GUARDS

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

OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT

  • Mud flaps: wheel arch and body mounted with transportation tiebacks
  • Hydraulic Tailgate
  • S·O·S sampling valves
  • Tires, six 29.5 R25, radial
  • Vandalism protection: lockable caps for fuel tank and hydraulic oil tank

740 EJ Optional Equipment

NOTE

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

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

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

TECHNOLOGY

  • Machine Security System (MSS)
  • Cat® Payload monitoring system
  • 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
  • Body liners
  • Cold weather coolant –51° C (–60° F)
  • Exhaust heated body
  • Fast fuel fill
  • Fender extension
  • Fuel additive – anti-waxing
  • Wheel Chocks
  • 875/65 R29 wide tires

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