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Caterpillar 740B Off-Highway Truck

Category: Off-Highway Trucks ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 740B ➔

The Caterpillar 740B Off-Highway Truck is a powerhouse of efficiency and capability, boasting impressive body capacities, quick hoist and dump times, and a robust engine. With a gross power of 489 horsepower and a maximum torque of 1819 lbs ft, this truck can handle heavy loads with ease. Its dimensions and turning capabilities make it versatile for various job sites, while meeting industry standards for safety and performance. Experience the reliability and performance of the Caterpillar 740B Off-Highway Truck on your next project.

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General Specifications

Body Capacities

Tailgate Heaped SAE 2:1	34 cu yd (26 cu m)
Tailgate Struck	26 cu yd (19 cu m)

Body Hoist

Lower Time	7 seconds
Raise Time	12 seconds

Body Plate Thickness

Scow	1 in (2 cm)

Dimensions

Dump Ground Clearance	2 ft (1 m)
Dump Height	23 ft (7 m)
Ground Clearance	2 ft (1 m)
Overall Height	13 ft (4 m)
Overall Length	36 ft (11 m)
Overall Width	12 ft (4 m)
Wheelbase	17 ft (5 m)

Dump

Dump Angle	70 degrees
Lower Time	7 seconds
Raise Time	12 seconds

Ejector Cycle Times

Eject Time	14 seconds
Retract Time	24 seconds

Engine

Bore	5 in (14 cm)
Displacement	926 cu in (15,174 cu cm)
Engine Model	Cat C15 ACERT
Gross Power	489 hp (365 kw)
Max Torque	1,819 lbs ft (2,466 nm)
Net Power	474 hp (353 kw)
Net Power - EEC 80/1269	477 hp (356 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249	477 hp (356 kw)
Power Measured @	1700 rpm
Stroke	7 in (17 cm)
Torque Measured @	1200 rpm

Operating Specifications

Engine Oil Capacity	10 gal (38 l)
Tire Size	29.5R25

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System	21 gal (80 l)
Engine Crankcase	9 gal (34 l)
Final Drives/Differential	61 gal (230 l)
Fuel Tank	149 gal (565 l)
Output Transfer Gear Box	5 gal (18 l)
Transmission	19 gal (72 l)

Sound Levels

Interior Cab

79 dB(A)

Standards

Brakes	ISO 3450 - 1996
Cab - FOPS	ISO 3449 Level II - 2005
Cab - ROPS	ISO 3471 - 2008
Steering	ISO 5010 - 2007

Steering System

Lock to Lock

4.6 seconds @ 60 rpm

Transmission

Forward - 1	6 mph (9 kph)
Forward - 2	8 mph (12 kph)
Forward - 3	10 mph (16 kph)
Forward - 4	14 mph (22 kph)
Forward - 5	19 mph (30 kph)
Forward - 6	25 mph (40 kph)
Forward - 7	34 mph (55 kph)
Max Speed	34 mph (55 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	7
Number of Reverse Gears	2
Reverse - 1	5 mph (8 kph)
Reverse - 2	7 mph (12 kph)

Turning Circle

Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right

45 degrees

Caterpillar 740Bs currently for sale

A Caterpillar 740B From Yancey Bros. Co. for $272,800.00 USD

A 2014 Caterpillar 740B From T-K-O Equipment Co. for $265,000.00 USD

A Caterpillar 740B From Toromont Cat for $250,000.00 USD

A Caterpillar 740B From Hawthorne Cat for $235,000.00 USD

A Caterpillar 740B From Fabick Cat for $159,500.00 USD

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