The Cat 740 EJ with a 23 m³ (30.1 yd³) 38 tonnes (42 tons) capacity brings a new level of operator comfort and features to the market in addition to the durability, high productivity and lower operating costs Cat Articulated Trucks are known for. The all-new operator cabin is a leap into the next generation for Articulated Trucks, providing our operators the best place to help build the future.
Engine Model Cat® C18
Rated Payload 42 ton (US)
Heaped (SAE 2:1) 30.1 yd³
Struck 23.5 yd³
Bore 5.7in
Displacement 1106in³
Engine Model Cat® C18
Engine Power (ISO 14396) 504hp
Gross Power (SAE J1995) 511hp
Net Power (SAE J1349) 496hp
No Engine De-rating Required Below 10000ft
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, 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.
Note (5) The Cat C18 meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.
Note (6) Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) used in Cat SCR systems must meet the requirements outlined in ISO 22241-1:2006. ISO 22241-1:2006 requirements are met by many brands of DEF, including those that carry the AdBlue® or API certifications.
Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995) 1931lbf·ft
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349) 1887lbf·ft
Peak Engine Torque Speed 1200r/min
Stroke 7.2in
Rated Payload 42ton (US)
Heaped (SAE 2:1) 30.1yd³
Struck 23.5yd³
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 con
Forward - 1 3.8mile/h
Forward - 2 5mile/h
Forward - 3 7mile/h
Forward - 4 8.8mile/h
Forward - 5 11.6mile/h
Forward - 6 14.2mile/h
Forward - 7 19.6mile/h
Forward - 8 23.5mile/h
Forward - 9 34mile/h
Reverse - 1 4mile/h
Reverse - 2 9.1mile/h
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 maximum cooling fan’s speed. The sound level may vary at different cooling fan
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.
Center Axle - Empty 16998lb
Center Axle - Loaded 57117lb
Center Axle - Rated Load 40120lb
Front Axle - Empty 45305lb
Front Axle - Loaded 48841lb
Front Axle - Rated Load 3534lb
Rear Axle - Empty 16424lb
Rear Axle - Loaded 56544lb
Rear Axle - Rated Load 40120lb
Total - Empty 78727lb
Total - Loaded 162503lb
Total - Rated Load 83776lb
Base 0.55in
Chute 0.55in
Front 0.28in
Side 0.43in
Type High Strength Brinell HB450 Wear Resistant Steel
Eject (automatic) 16s
Eject (manual) 17s
Retract (automatic) 21s
Retract (manual) 21s
Axles - Each 15.8gal (US)
Brake Cooling Tank 17.7gal (US)
Cooling System 23.7gal (US)
DEF Tank 5.3gal (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)
Brakes ISO 3450 – 2011
Cab - FOPS ISO 3449 Level II – 2005
Cab - ROPS ISO 3471 – 2008
Steering ISO 5010 – 2019
Note Dimensions are for machines equipped with 29.5R25 tires.
Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width 233in
Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius 356in
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius 173in
Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius 339in
Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right 45°
Lock to Lock 4.8 seconds @ 60 rpm
Hydraulic Excavator: 374 - Passes 5
Hydraulic Excavator: 390 - Passes 4
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.
Wheel Loader: 972 - Passes 4–5
Wheel Loader: 980 - Passes 4–5
Wheel Loader: 982 - Passes 4
Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
Air conditioning
Windshield wiper and washer, two speed, intermittent (front)
Windows opening side, tinted
Adjustable air vents
Two seat belts, operator's retractable
Storage:
– Cup holder
– Flask receptacle
– Under seat storage
– Door pocket
– Behind seat storage
– Coat hook
Mirrors: exterior
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Sun visor
Heater and defroster with variable speed fan
Secondary steering – electro hydraulic
Combined gear selection and eject control lever
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
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
Glass windows: laminated and tinted-front toughened and tinted-sides and rear
Touchscreen display incorporating the rearview camera video feed
Seats:
– Fully adjustable, air suspension
– Padded trainer with lap belt
Product Link Cellular PLE643
Cat Detect with Stability Assist
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)
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
Reverse alarm
Rearview camera
Rollover protective structure/falling objects protective structure (ROPS/FOPS) cab
Rear window
Radiator
Crankcase
Front dump body spill guard, integral part of fabricated body
Hydraulic Tailgate
Mud flaps: wheel arch and body mounted with transportation tiebacks
Sound suppression (standard in some countries*)
*Countries are EU countries plus Iceland, Norway, Lichtenstein, Switzerland, Türkiye and UK.
S·O·S sampling valves
Tires, six 29.5R25, radial
Vandalism protection: lockable caps for fuel tank and hydraulic oil tank
Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
Mirrors, heated motorized
Operator seat belt, four-point
Radio, Bluetooth® stereo system
Window blinds
Windshield wiper and washer, two speed (rear)
Machine Security System (MSS)
Cat® Payload monitoring system
Product Link Dual PLE683
Cold weather start attachment
Engine block heater
Ether start
Flashing LED beacon
Roof-mounted LED work lights
Auto lube installation for automatic greasing of bearings
Body liners
Cold weather coolant –51° C (–60° F)
Exhaust heated body
Fast fuel fill
875/65 R29 wide tires
Fuel additive – anti-waxing
Fender extension
