740 GC Articulated Truck

Engine Model

Cat® C15

Rated Payload

40 ton (US)

Heaped (SAE 2:1)

29.7 yd³

ABOUT THE 740 GC

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.

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Engine Model

Cat® C15

Gross Power (SAE J1995)

452hp

Net Power (SAE J1349)

439hp

Engine Power (ISO 14396)

447hp

Bore

5.4in

Stroke

6.75in

Displacement

926in³

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 2014 emission standards.

Note (6)

Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) used in Cat selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems must meet the requirements outlined in 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)

1711lbf·ft

Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349)

1670lbf·ft

Peak Engine Torque Speed

1200r/min

Rated Payload

40ton (US)

Heaped (SAE 2:1)

29.7yd³

Struck

23.2yd³

Tailgate Heaped SAE 2:1

32yd³

Tailgate Struck

24.4yd³

Air Conditioning

The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. • If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system co

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

Interior Cab

72dB(A)

Note (1)

The declared dynamic operator sound pressure level is 72 dB(A) when ISO 6396:2008 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.

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

Type

High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel

Front Plate

0.28in

Base Plate

0.51in

Side Plates

0.43in

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)

Raise Time

12s

Lower Time

12s

Brakes

ISO 3450 – 2011

Cab – FOPS

ISO 3449 Level II – 2005

Cab – ROPS

ISO 3471 – 2008

Steering

ISO 5010 – 2019

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.

Lock to Lock

4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm

Hydraulic Excavator: 374 – Passes

3-4

Hydraulic Excavator: 352 – Passes

5-6

Wheel Loader: 972 – Passes

Wheel Loader: 966 – Passes

4-5

Wheel Loader: 962 – Passes

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

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.

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

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