740 GC Articulated Truck

Overview

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.

Key Features

More Comfort. More Performance. More Versatility.

UP TO 50% LESS OPERATOR INPUT

A uniquely combined hoist and transmission lever allows for easy operation which suits a wide range of operator experience

IMPROVED OPERATOR COMFORT

Quieter, more spacious cab with improved visibility helps operators work more productively throughout the day

UNMATCHED SAFETY

Safety features help increase operator confidence by providing a safer operation - prevention of cab and body roll-over and safer cab entry

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Specifications

Engine Model	Cat® C15
Gross Power (SAE J1995)	452 hp
Net Power (SAE J1349)	439 hp
Engine Power (ISO 14396)	447 hp
Bore	5.4 in
Stroke	6.75 in
Displacement	926 in³
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, aftertreatment, 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)	The C15 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
Note (6)	Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) used in Cat selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems must meet the requirements outlined in ISO 22241-1. Requirements are met by many brands of DEF, including those that carry the AdBlue or API certifications.
No Engine De-rating Below	10000 ft
Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995)	1711 lbf·ft
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349)	1670 lbf·ft
Peak Engine Torque Speed	1200 r/min

Rated Payload	40 ton (US)

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 contains 1.1 kg (2.4 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.716 metric tonnes (1.891 tons).

Heaped (SAE 2:1)	29.7 yd³
Struck	23.2 yd³
Tailgate Heaped SAE 2:1	32 yd³
Tailgate Struck	24.4 yd³

Forward - 1	4 mile/h
Forward - 2	5.3 mile/h
Forward - 3	7.3 mile/h
Forward - 4	9.2 mile/h
Forward - 5	12.2 mile/h
Forward - 6	14.9 mile/h
Forward - 7	20.6 mile/h
Forward - 8	24.7 mile/h
Forward - 9	35.7 mile/h
Reverse - 1	4.2 mile/h
Reverse - 2	9.8 mile/h

Interior Cab	72 dB(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 cooling fan’s maximum speed. The sound level may vary at different cooling fan speeds. The measurement was conducted with the cab doors and the cab windows closed. The cab was properly installed and maintained.
Note (2)	Hearing protection may be needed when operating with an open operator station and cab or when not properly maintained or with doors/windows open for extended periods or in noisy environments.

Front Axle - Empty	43200 lb
Center Axle - Empty	14804 lb
Rear Axle - Empty	14562 lb
Total - Empty	72565 lb
Front Axle - Rated Load	7002 lb
Center Axle - Rated Load	36513 lb
Rear Axle - Rated Load	36513 lb
Total - Rated Load	80027 lb
Front Axle - Loaded	50201 lb
Center Axle - Loaded	51317 lb
Rear Axle - Loaded	51074 lb
Total - Loaded	152593 lb

Type	High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel

Front Plate	0.28 in
Base Plate	0.51 in
Side Plates	0.43 in

Fuel Tank	145.3 gal (US)
Cooling System	23.7 gal (US)
Brake Cooling Tank	17.7 gal (US)
Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System	36.9 gal (US)
Engine Crankcase	13.7 gal (US)
Transmission - OTG	19.8 gal (US)
Final Drive - Each	1.3 gal (US)
Axles - Each	15.8 gal (US)
DEF Tank	6.5 gal (US)

Raise Time	12 s
Lower Time	12 s

Brakes	ISO 3450 – 2011
Cab - FOPS	ISO 3449 Level II – 2005
Cab - ROPS	ISO 3471 – 2008
Steering	ISO 5010 – 2019

Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right	45°
Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius	303 in
Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius	330 in
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius	156 in
Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width	220 in
Note	Dimensions are for machines equipped with 29.5 R25 tires.

Lock to Lock	4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm

Hydraulic Excavator: 374 - Passes	3-4
Hydraulic Excavator: 352 - Passes	5-6
Wheel Loader: 972 - Passes	3
Wheel Loader: 966 - Passes	4-5
Wheel Loader: 962 - Passes	5
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 production and lower system costs per unit of volume moved.