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740 EJ

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.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.<br>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.

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  • Standard Equipment
  • Optional Equipment
  • Specs

Standard Equipment

  • NOTE
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Air conditioning with R134A refrigerant
    • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed, intermittent (front)
    • Windows opening side, tinted
    • Adjustable air vents
    • Two seat belts, operator's retractable
    • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed (rear)
    • Storage:
      – Cup holder
      – Flask receptacle
      – Under seat storage
      – Door pocket
      – Behind seat storage
      – Coat hook
    • Mirrors: Extensive arrangement for improved visibility
    • 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
      – Machine Security System (MSS)
      – Secondary steering energy source engaged
      – Hour meter
      – Retarder active
    • Window blinds
    • Glass windows: laminated and tinted-front toughened and tinted-sides and rear
    • Touch screen display incorporating the rearview camera video feed
    • Seats:
      – Fully adjustable, air suspension, heated/cooled
      – 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

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
    • Sound suppression
    • 875/65 R29 wide tires

Specs

Overview

Long Name:
740 EJ Articulated Truck
Name:
740 EJ
Brand:
Caterpillar
Status:
Current

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.