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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.

Specifications

Engine

Engine Model
Cat® C15
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
452hp
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011
439hp
Net Power - ISO 14396
447hp
Bore
5.4in
Stroke
6.75in
Displacement
926in³
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.
No Engine De-rating Below
10000ft
Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995)
1711ft·lbf
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349)
1670ft·lbf
Peak Engine Torque Speed
1200r/min

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

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

Body Plate

Type
High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel

Body Plate Thickness

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

Service Refill Capacities

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

Body Hoist

Raise Time
12s
Lower 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

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

Steering

Lock to Lock
4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm

Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching

Hydraulic Excavator: 374 - Passes
3-4
Hydraulic Excavator: 352F - Passes
5–6
Wheel Loader: 972 - Passes
3
Wheel Loader: 966M - Passes
4–5
Wheel Loader: 962M - 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 product

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Operator Environment
    • 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 Technologies
    • Cat Detect with Stability Assist
    • Product Link: PL631E or PL641E dependent on location and licensing agreement
  • Electrical And Lighting
    • 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
  • Power Train
    • 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
  • Safety
    • Rearview camera
    • ROPS/FOPS cab
    • Reverse alarm
  • Guards
    • Crankcase
    • Front dump body spill guard, integral part of fabricated body
    • Rear window
    • Radiator
    • Axle
  • Other Standard Equipment
    • 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:

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

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