New 740 GC Articulated Truck 10501

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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Engine

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 2,014 emission standards.
Note (6): Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) used in Cat selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems must meet the requirements outlined in ISO 22,241-1. Requirements are met by many brands of DEF, including those that carry the AdBlue or API certifications.
No Engine De-rating Below: 10,000 ft
Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995): 1,711 lbf·ft
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349): 1,670 lbf·ft
Peak Engine Torque Speed: 1,200 r/min

Weights

Rated Payload: 40 ton (US)

Body Capacities

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

Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning: The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1,234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. • If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1,430), the system co

Transmission

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

Sound Levels

Interior Cab: 72 dB(A)
Note (1): The declared dynamic operator sound pressure level is 72 dB(A) when ISO 6,396:2,008 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
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.

Operating Weights

Front Axle - Empty: 43,200 lb
Center Axle - Empty: 14,804 lb
Rear Axle - Empty: 14,562 lb
Total - Empty: 72,565 lb
Front Axle - Rated Load: 7,002 lb
Center Axle - Rated Load: 36,513 lb
Rear Axle - Rated Load: 36,513 lb
Total - Rated Load: 80,027 lb
Front Axle - Loaded: 50,201 lb
Center Axle - Loaded: 51,317 lb
Rear Axle - Loaded: 51,074 lb
Total - Loaded: 152,593 lb

Body Plate

Type: High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel

Body Plate Thickness

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

Service Refill Capacities

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)

Body Hoist

Raise Time: 12 s
Lower Time: 12 s

Standards

Brakes: ISO 3,450 – 2,011
Cab - FOPS: ISO 3,449 Level II – 2,005
Cab - ROPS: ISO 3,471 – 2,008
Steering: ISO 5,010 – 2,019

Turning Circle

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.

Steering

Lock to Lock: 4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm

Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching

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 product

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: exterior
- 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
  – 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, retractable lap belt
  – Trainer: padded with retractable 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
- Windshield wiper and washer, two speed, intermittent (front)
Technology
- Cat Detect with Stability Assist
- Product Link Cellular PLE643
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
Powertrain
- Dual circuit oil immersed, enclosed brakes – all wheels
- Clean Emission Module (CEM) and exhaust aftertreatment package
- CX38 Transmission
- Auto shift nine-speed forward and two reverse transmission
- Three axle, six-wheel drive
- Cat C15 engine
- Retarder: engine compression brake and hydraulic
- 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
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 (standard in some countries*)
  -*EFTA countries are EU countries plus Iceland, Norway, Lichtenstein, Switzerland, Türkiye and UK.

Optional Equipment:

Note
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
Operator Environment
- Operator seat belt, four-point
- Window blinds
- Mirrors, heated motorized
- Windshield wiper and washer, two speed (rear)
- Radio, Bluetooth^® stereo system
- Seat, heated/cooled
- Infrared glass – high ambient cab
Technology
- Machine Security System (MSS)
- Product Link Dual PLE683
- Cat^® Payload monitoring system
Electrical And Lighting
- Ether start
- Flashing LED beacon
- Cold weather start attachment
- Engine block heater
- Roof mounted LED work lights
Optional Equipment
- Body liners
- Cold weather coolant –51° C (–60° F)
- Scissor tailgate
- Bare chassis (no body) standard wheel base
- Wheel chocks
- Fast fuel fill
- Exhaust heated body
- Fuel additive – anti-waxing
- Bare chassis (no body) long wheel base
- Auto lube installation for automatic greasing of bearings

Specifications