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.
Financial Programs
- Downpayment>49%
- Period36 months
- Rate0%
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Period
Leasing agreement amount
Payment type
Annuity
Monthly payment
/ month
Engine
- Engine Model
- Cat® C15
- Gross Power - SAE J1995
- 452 hp
- Net Power - SAE J1349
- 439 hp
- Net Power - ISO 14396
- 447 hp
- Bore
- 5.4 in
- Stroke
- 6.75 in
- Displacement
- 926 in³
- Note (1)
- The references to Tier 4 Final/Stage V include U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2,014 (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 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 ft·lbf
- Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349)
- 1,670 ft·lbf
- 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
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 operator sound exposure Leq (equivalent sound pressure level) measured according to the work cycle procedures specified in ANSI/SAE J1,166 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
- 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 – 2,007
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: 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 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
Specifications
Engine
- Engine Model
- Cat® C15
- Gross Power - SAE J1995
- 452 hp
- Net Power - SAE J1349
- 439 hp
- Net Power - ISO 14396
- 447 hp
- Bore
- 5.4 in
- Stroke
- 6.75 in
- Displacement
- 926 in³
- Note (1)
- The references to Tier 4 Final/Stage V include U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2,014 (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 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 ft·lbf
- Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349)
- 1,670 ft·lbf
- 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
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 operator sound exposure Leq (equivalent sound pressure level) measured according to the work cycle procedures specified in ANSI/SAE J1,166 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
- 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 – 2,007
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: 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