740 Caterpillar 740 Specifications & Technical Data (2001—2005)

The 740 articulated dump truck model is manufactured by Caterpillar. Find and download detailed specs and data sheets for this mac…

The 740 articulated dump truck model is manufactured by Caterpillar. Find and download detailed specs and data sheets for this machine here.

This articulated dump truck is built to provide up to 309kW or 414 horse power, delivered from its powerful Caterpillar engine to the 32.6t 740 machine. The 740 is categorised in the biggest machine segment in the articulated dump trucks category. The model's dimensions are 10.889m x 3.43m x 3.745m.

Since 2001, this model has included Bin heating and Aircondition. It has been sold without air Tailgate, Central lubrication and Diesel particulate filter as of 2005. There are more detailed specifications and machine descriptions available in the original Caterpillar 740 specs data sheet. Specification sheet is available for a free download in German and English - providing the machine descriptions and more detailed specs about this particular model.

This model can be acquired for a list price between €465000 and €591000. Production of the 740 stopped in 2005. For more detailed information about pricing and current residual values, check out the LECTURA Valuation system.

The most commonly viewed Caterpillar models of this type on LECTURA Specs are the 745 C, 725 C and 730 C, and 7 other articulated dump trucks, which currently range from 21.7t up to 33.4t are also available. Currently, 7 models of the 740 articulated dump truck exist, at an average sale value of €94200 at 14 years of age. Want more detailed specifications? Download the latest Caterpillar 740 specs data sheet on LECTURA Specs today!

Technical specs - 740 Caterpillar

Specification

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Weight
32.6 t
Standard tyres
29.5 R 25
Dump capacity
21.9 m³
Net load
36.3 t
Transport length
10.889 m
Transport width
3.43 m
Transport height
3.745 m
Turning radius outside
8.595 m
Loading height
3.1 m
Engine manuf.
Caterpillar
Engine type
3406 E-ATAAC-EUI
Engine power
309 kW
Displacement
14.6 l
Revolutions at max torque
1900 rpm

More technical details, like: travel speed, model series, dimension lxwxh, max. torque, no. of cylinders, cylinder bore x stroke, emission level, engine manufacturer, engine model, emission rating, number of cylinders, rated speed...

More technical details, like: travel speed, model series, dimension lxwxh, max. torque, no. of cylinders, cylinder bore x stroke, emission level, engine manufacturer, engine model, emission rating, number of cylinders, rated speed, engine output - net, engine output - gross, torque, drive configuration, transmission type, transmission manufacturer, final drive, tyre - size, tyre - type, front suspension - type, front suspension, rear suspension - type, rear suspension, service brake - type, length - overall, height - over cab, height - max, ground clearance, width - over tyres, width - transport, width - operating, wheelbase, length - body, loading height, full dump height, hoist - type, hoist - angle, articulation angle, turning radius - outside, turning radius - inside, fuel tank, heaped capacity, cycle time - raise, unladen axle load - front, unladen axle load - centre, unladen axle load - rear, unladen axle load - centre + rear, laden axle load - front, laden axle load - centre, laden axle load - rear, laden axle load - centre + rear, speed - forward maximum, net weight, payload, gross weight are available in the full technical specs.

Special equipment

Diesel particulate filter
No
Central lubrication
No
Heated dump body
Yes
Tailgate
No
Aircondition
Yes

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Caterpillar 740 FAQ

When was the Caterpillar 740 manufactured?

The Caterpillar 740 was manufactured from 2001 to 2005.

How much does the Caterpillar 740 weigh?

The Caterpillar 740 weighs 32.6 tons.

What are the transport dimensions of the Caterpillar 740 articulated dump truck?

The Caterpillar 740 has a transport length of 10.89 meters, a transport width of 3.43 meters, and a transport height of 3.75 meters.

What are the undercarriage tyre specifications of the Caterpillar 740 articulated dump truck?

The Caterpillar 740 articulated dump truck is equipped with standard tyres sized 29.5 R 25.

What is the turning radius of the Caterpillar 740 articulated dump truck?

The Caterpillar 740 articulated dump truck has an outside turning radius of 8.595 meters.

What is the material handling capacity of the Caterpillar 740 articulated dump truck?

The Caterpillar 740 has a net load capacity of 36.3 tons, a dump capacity of 21.9 cubic meters, and a loading height of 3.1 meters.

How much is a Caterpillar 740 Articulated dump truck (2001u20132005) worth?

The residual value of the Caterpillar 740 depends on the machine's individual parameters. Visit the LECTURA Valuation to check it.

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Standard tyres:
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Standard tyres:
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