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
Bore 5.7 in 145 mm
Stroke 7.2 in 183 mm
Displacement 1106 in³ 18.1 l
Net Power - ISO 14396 504 HP 376 kW
Net Power - SAE J1349 496 HP 370 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995 511 HP 381 kW
Engine Model - U.S. EPA Tier 2, EU Stage II Equivalent Cat C18 Cat C18
Peak Engine Torque Speed 1200 r/min 1200 r/min
Note (3) Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 348 kW (467 hp) per the SAE reference conditions. Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 348 kW (467 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.
No Engine De-rating Required Below 10000 ft 3050 m
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. 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.
Emissions The 740 EJ meets Tier 2/Stage II equivalent emission standards. The 740 EJ meets Tier 2/Stage II equivalent emission standards.
Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995) 1931 ft·lbf 2618 N·m
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349) 1887 ft·lbf 2558 N·m
Note (1) The power ratings apply at rated speed of 1,700 rpm when tested under the conditions for the specified standard. The power ratings apply at rated speed of 1,700 rpm when tested under the conditions for the specified standard.
Rated Payload 42 ton (US) 38 t
Heaped (SAE 2:1) 30.1 yd³ 23 m³
Struck 23.5 yd³ 18 m³
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
Reverse - 1 4 mile/h 6.4 km/h
Reverse - 2 9.1 mile/h 14.6 km/h
Forward - 9 34 mile/h 54.8 km/h
Interior Cab 72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
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. 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.
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. 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.
Center Axle - Empty 17267 lb 7832 kg
Center Axle - Rated Load 40120 lb 18198 kg
Front Axle - Empty 42243 lb 19841 kg
Total - Empty 77698 lb 35243 kg
Total - Loaded 161473 lb 73243 kg
Center Axle - Loaded 57386 lb 26030 kg
Rear Axle - Loaded 56809 lb 25768 kg
Rear Axle - Rated Load 40120 lb 18198 kg
Front Axle - Rated Load 3534 lb 1603 kg
Total - Rated Load 83776 lb 38000 kg
Front Axle - Loaded 47276 lb 21444 kg
Rear Axle - Empty 16689 lb 7570 kg
Type High Strength Brinell HB450 Wear Resistant Steel High Strength Brinell HB450 Wear Resistant Steel
Front 0.28 in 7 mm
Base 0.55 in 14 mm
Side 0.43 in 11 mm
Chute 0.55 in 14 mm
Fuel Tank 145.3 gal (US) 550 l
Cooling System 23.7 gal (US) 90 l
Engine Crankcase 13.7 gal (US) 52 l
Transmission - OTG 19.8 gal (US) 75 l
Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System 36.9 gal (US) 140 l
Final Drive - Each 1.3 gal (US) 5 l
Axles - Each 15.8 gal (US) 60 l
Brake Cooling Tank 17.7 gal (US) 67 l
Lock to Lock 4.8 seconds @ 60 rpm 4.8 seconds @ 60 rpm
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 – 2007 ISO 5010 – 2007
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.
Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius 356 in 9045 mm
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius 173 in 4413 mm
Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius 339 in 8624 mm
Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right 45 deg 45 deg
Retract (manual) 21 s 21 s
Retract (automatic) 21 s 21 s
Eject (automatic) 16 s 16 s
Eject (manual) 17 s 17 s
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.
Wheel Loader: 980 - Passes 43926 43926
Wheel Loader: 972 - Passes 43926 43926
Hydraulic Excavator: 390 - Passes 4 4
Wheel Loader: 982 - Passes 4 4
Hydraulic Excavator: 374 - Passes 5 5

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
  • Window blinds
  • Storage:
    – Cup holder
    – Flask receptacle
    – Under seat storage
    – Door pocket
    – Behind seat storage
    – Coat hook
  • Windows opening side, tinted
  • Mirrors: Extensive arrangement for improved visibility
  • 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
  • Sun visor
  • Two seat belts, operator's retractable
  • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed (rear)
  • Secondary steering – electro hydraulic
  • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
  • Air conditioning with R134A refrigerant
  • Touch screen display incorporating the rearview camera video feed
  • Seats:
    – Fully adjustable, air suspension
    – 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

740 EJ 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
  • Seat (deluxe) heated/cooled, half leather, air adjustable lumbar and air adjustable bolsters
  • Sound suppression
  • 875/65 R29 wide tires

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