740 EJ Articulated Truck
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.
Specifications
Equipment
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Units:
Engine
Engine Model
Cat® C18
Bore
5.7 in
145 mm
Stroke
7.2 in
183 mm
Displacement
1106 in³
18.1 l
Net Power - SAE J1349
496 hp
370 kW
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
504 hp
376 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995
511 hp
381 kW
Weights
Rated Payload
42 ton (US)
38 t
Body Capacities
Heaped (SAE 2:1)
30.1 yd³
23 m³
Struck
23.5 yd³
18 m³
Transmission
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
Reverse - 1
4 mile/h
6.4 km/h
Reverse - 2
9.1 mile/h
14.6 km/h
Sound Levels
Interior Cab
72 dB(A)
72 dB(A)
Operating Weights
Front Axle - Empty
44849 lb
20343 kg
Front Axle - Loaded
48548 lb
22021 kg
Center Axle - Loaded
57214 lb
25952 kg
Center Axle - Empty
17095 lb
7754 kg
Total - Empty
78623 lb
35663 kg
Rear Axle - Rated Load
40120 lb
18198 kg
Rear Axle - Empty
16515 lb
7491 kg
Front Axle - Rated Load
3534 lb
1603 kg
Center Axle - Rated Load
40120 lb
18198 kg
Total - Loaded
162399 lb
73663 kg
Total - Rated Load
83776 lb
38000 kg
Rear Axle - Loaded
56637 lb
25690 kg
Body Plate
Type
High Strength Brinell HB450 Wear Resistant Steel
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank
145.3 gal (US)
550 l
Cooling System
23.7 gal (US)
90 l
Engine Crankcase
13.7 gal (US)
52 l
Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System
36.9 gal (US)
140 l
Transmission - OTG
19.8 gal (US)
75 l
DEF Tank
5.3 gal (US)
25 l
Brake Cooling Tank
17.7 gal (US)
67 l
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
233 in
5925 mm
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius
173 in
4413 mm
Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius
356 in
9045 mm
Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius
339 in
8624 mm
Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right
45 deg
Transmission
Forward - 8
23.5 mile/h
37.9 km/h
Engine
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349)
1887 ft·lbf
2558 N·m
Blade Eject/Retract
Retract (manual)
21 s
21 s
Engine
No Engine De-rating Required Below
10000 ft
3050 m
Service Refill Capacities
Axles - Each
15.8 gal (US)
60 l
Transmission
Forward - 9
34 mile/h
54.8 km/h
Body Plate
Chute
0.55 in
14 mm
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)
1931 ft·lbf
2618 N·m
Service Refill Capacities
Final Drive - Each
1.3 gal (US)
5 l
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
0.28 in
7 mm
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
0.43 in
11 mm
Blade Eject/Retract
Eject (manual)
17 s
17 s
Engine
Peak Engine Torque Speed
1200 r/min
1200 r/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)
16 s
16 s
Retract (automatic)
21 s
21 s
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
0.55 in
14 mm
Engine
Emissions
The 740 EJ meets Tier 4 Final and Stage V emission standards.
Standard Equipment
NOTE
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
CAT TECHNOLOGIES
ELECTRICAL AND LIGHTING
POWER TRAIN
SAFETY
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