740 GC Articulated Truck

740 GC Articulated Truck

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.

  • Engine Model Cat® C15

  • Rated Payload 40 ton (US)

  • Heaped (SAE 2:1) 29.7 yd³

  • Gross Power - SAE J1995 452 hp

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Product Specifications

Specifications

Engine

  • Bore 5.4in

  • Displacement 926in³

  • Engine Model Cat® C15

  • Gross Power - SAE J1995 452hp

  • Net Power - ISO 14396 447hp

  • Net Power - SAE J1349 439hp

  • No Engine De-rating Below 10000ft

  • Note (1) The references to Tier 4 Final/Stage V include U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), as well as Korea Tier 4 Final emission standards.

  • Note (2) The power ratings apply at rated speed of 1,700 rpm when tested under the conditions for the specified standard.

  • 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.

  • Note (4) Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 327 kW (439 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.

  • Note (5) DEF used in Cat SCR systems must meet the requirements outlined in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard 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) 1711ft·lbf

  • Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349) 1670ft·lbf

  • Peak Engine Torque Speed 1200r/min

  • Stroke 6.75in

Weights

  • Rated Payload 40ton (US)

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 operator sound exposure Leq (equivalent sound pressure level) measured according to the work cycle procedures specified in ANSI/SAE J1166 OCT98 is 72 dB(A), for the cab offered by Caterpillar, when properly installed and maintained and tested with the

  • 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.

Operating Weights

  • Center Axle - Empty 14804lb

  • Center Axle - Loaded 51317lb

  • Center Axle - Rated Load 36513lb

  • Front Axle - Empty 43200lb

  • Front Axle - Loaded 50201lb

  • Front Axle - Rated Load 7002lb

  • Rear Axle - Empty 14562lb

  • Rear Axle - Loaded 51074lb

  • Rear Axle - Rated Load 36513lb

  • Total - Empty 72565lb

  • Total - Loaded 152593lb

  • Total - Rated Load 80027lb

Body Plate

  • Type High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel

Body Plate Thickness

  • Base Plate 0.51in

  • Front Plate 0.28in

  • Side Plates 0.43in

Service Refill Capacities

  • Axles - Each 15.8gal (US)

  • Brake Cooling Tank 17.7gal (US)

  • Cooling System 23.7gal (US)

  • DEF Tank 6.5gal (US)

  • Engine Crankcase 13.7gal (US)

  • Final Drive - Each 1.3gal (US)

  • Fuel Tank 145.3gal (US)

  • Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System 36.9gal (US)

  • Transmission - OTG 19.8gal (US)

Body Hoist

  • Lower Time 12s

  • Raise Time 12s

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 29.5 R25 tires.

  • Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width 220in

  • Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius 330in

  • Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius 156in

  • Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius 303in

  • Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right 45°

Steering

  • Lock to Lock 4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm

Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching

  • Hydraulic Excavator: 352F - Passes 5–6

  • Hydraulic Excavator: 374 - Passes 3-4

  • 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 product

  • Wheel Loader: 962M - Passes 5

  • Wheel Loader: 966M - Passes 4–5

  • Wheel Loader: 972 - Passes 3

Features

Equipment

Standard Equipment

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

  • Heater and defroster with four-speed fan

  • Mirrors: extensive arrangement for improved visibility

  • Two seats both with seat belts, operator’s retractable

  • 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
    – Machine Security System (MSS)
    – 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
    – Trainer: padded with 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 with R134A refrigerant

  • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed, intermittent (front)

  • Cat Detect with Stability Assist

  • Product Link: PL631E or PL641E dependent on location and licensing agreement

  • 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

  • Dual circuit oil immersed, enclosed brakes – all wheels

  • Cat Clean Emission Module (CEM) and exhaust aftertreatment package

  • Auto shift nine-speed forward and two reverse transmission

  • Three axle, six-wheel drive

  • Cat C15 engine

  • Retarder: engine compression brake

  • Differentials: standard with automatic clutched inter- and cross-axle differential locks

  • Rearview camera

  • ROPS/FOPS cab

  • Reverse alarm

  • Crankcase

  • Front dump body spill guard, integral part of fabricated body

  • Rear window

  • Radiator

  • Axle

  • 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 (only standard in Europe)

Optional Equipment

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

  • Machine Security System (MSS)

  • Product Link Elite: PLE631E (satellite), PLE641E (cellular)

  • Ether start

  • Flashing LED beacon

  • Four-point seat belt

  • Cold weather start attachment

  • Body liners

  • Engine block heater

  • Window blinds

  • Cold weather coolant –51° C (–60° F)

  • Heated rearview motorized mirrors

  • Roof mounted High Intensity Discharge (HID) work lights

  • Scissor tailgate

  • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed (rear)

  • Bluetooth radio stereo system

  • Bare chassis (no body) standard wheel base

  • Wheel chocks

  • Heated/cooled seat

  • Fast fuel fill

  • Exhaust heated body

  • Sound suppression (only standard in Europe)

  • Infrared glass – high ambient cab

  • Fuel additive – anti-waxing

  • Bare chassis (no body) long wheel base

  • Auto lube installation for automatic greasing of bearings

  • Cat Production Measurement payload monitoring system